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du Is The Official Telecom Partner For The 3rd Annual Women In Leadership Forum And Shamsa Bint Suhail Award For Creative Women
Published Nov 16, 2011
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du, the community-conscious UAE telecommunications company, is the Official Telecom Partner for the 3rd Annual Women in Leadership forum and Shamsa Bint Suhail Award for Creative Women. The two-day forum and award ceremony is being held from 23-24 November 2011 at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, and is organised by French business information group Naseba.
Committed to the community that it serves, du has an extensive Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, and is actively involved in diverse initiatives that aim at supporting talent in the UAE, as well as encouraging Emirati heritage and culture, and encouraging educational programme. Additionally, the telecom recognises the valuable role of women in the UAE’s business community.
“As a proactive member of the UAE’s community, du has played an instrumental role in supporting the empowerment of women through its continuous commitment,” said Dr. Mouza Ghobash, Director of the Sheikha Shamsa Bint Suhail Award for Creative Women. “From appointing women in leading roles within the company, to the creation of tailored mobile packages that assist women entrepreneurs, du has demonstrated its dedication to giving women the support that they need. we would like to thank du and praise the company for its efforts.”
Hala Badri, Executive Vice President, Brand and Communications, du, explained how the company is passionate about giving back to the community: “As a company dedicated to improving the lives of all those within the communities that we serve, we are passionate about providing the necessary tools to add life to life in the most exciting and often unexpected ways,” said Badri. “We understand the role that women play in the UAE’s society, and so we create ways in which to support them by giving them the tools that make their lives easier. It is a pleasure and an honour to be associated as the Official Telecom Partner for this forum; we wish the organisers the best of success, and the best of luck to the contenders.”
In March 2011, du launched Her Business Super Plan for women entrepreneurs and professionals in the UAE, offering features tailored to meet the needs of the growing female business community. du also supported the Emirates Women Award 2011, by organising an an awareness workshop recognising female entrepreneurs and business leaders for their contribution in the country.
“du continues to play a consistent role in recognising the importance of working women in the UAE. With its dedicated packages for enterprising women and participation in the several regional initiatives, they are a natural fit for the Women in Leadership forum,” emphasized creator of the Women in Leadership series and CEO of naseba, Sophie Le Ray.
Overall, the Women in Leadership series has connected more than 1,500 successful, international heads of commerce, inspiring the women business leaders of tomorrow. It features two days of superior networking, inspirational speakers and potential business opportunities.
The Shamsa Bint Suhail Award for Creative Women, established by decree of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, aims to support the efforts of Emirati women, recognising their creative talents and expertise. It also rewards those who have delivered an outstanding contribution in building and promoting their community.
For further information, please contact:
Saugat Chatterjee
Public Relations Manager
Brand & Communications
du
Mobile: +971 55 9367045
Email: saugat.chatterjee@du.ae
Reka Sepsy
Manning, Selvage & Lee
Tel: +971 4 367 6154
Mobile: +971 55 220 68 20
Fax: +971 4 367 2615
Email: reka.sepsy@dubai.mslpr.com
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