“During the global pandemic, women, in all walks of life, showed their mettle – not just women leaders!” stresses Khadija Al-Kindi, communication officer, UNICEF Oman. “Through my work with UNICEF, and via a research that the UNICEF conducted, it was clear that women,...
Put more women in leadership roles: Maha Kalmoor Al Raisi
“It would be good to provide women with leadership positions as that will ensure societies to work a lot better than what it is today,” says Maha S.A. Kalmoor Al Raisi, head retail products, National Bank of Oman and board member, Al Bashayer Meat Company.When a woman...
Men and women should partner – not compete – to achieve goals as a nation: Alia Al Farsi
Selection of leaders across the world must be solely based on merit, says Alia Al Farsi, artist, founder, Alia Gallery. “With more women getting access to education I think we will see more representation of women in various sectors,” she said, adding however, “we...
More women leaders needed for a brighter future: Lubna Al Balushi
“In essence, more women in leadership roles are needed. Once, women keep standing with women; once women remain supporting women, then stronger and powerful voices can be heard, better changes, and brighter future awaits,” feels Lubna Al Balushi, multilingual (Arabic,...
Thank you, women of Oman!
Her Highness The Honourable Lady gives a message of greetings on Omani Women’s DayMUSCAT - Her Highness the Honourable Lady, Assayida Ahad Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, spouse of the Sultan of Oman, has addressed a message of greetings on the occasion of Omani Women’s...
Omani Women’s Day logo launched
MUSCAT - The Ministry of Social Development launched a new logo for Omani Women’s Day. After 10 years of using the old logo, the move comes in line with the Renewed Renaissance and Oman Vision 2040.The brand new logo is shaped as a jewel, symbolizing the value of...
Ooredoo’s latest women’s incubator workshop concludes
MUSCAT - Supporting digital innovation across the Sultanate, Ooredoo has rounded off its third social media workshop for women’s incubators, on ‘Marketing for Instagram’. Conducted by volunteer Maha Al Balushi, Founder and Chief Strategist at marketing and advertising...
Ooredoo rolls-out springboard programme to women’s incubators across Oman
MUSCAT - In its ongoing efforts to empower women across the Sultanate, and in collaboration with the Omani Women’s Association, under the Ministry of Social Development, Ooredoo has dedicated its upcoming Springboard programme to graduates from its women’s...
Purple Oct 2020
HOFA Gallery and ADA presents ‘Mother of Mankind’ an all-female group exhibition
LONDON - HOFA Gallery and ADA \ contemporary art gallery (Accra, Ghana) are set to premiere an all-female group exhibition titled ‘Mother of Mankind’ which showcases the rich cross-continental dialogues around the subject of black femininity; how it is created,...
33 percent of women afflicted with breast cancer in Oman report late: study
MUSCAT – A study conducted by some specialists in the Sultanate shows that 33 percent of women who suffer from breast cancer report late (usually after the disease enters the third or fourth stage), despite the fact that they were aware that their chances of recovery...
European Union supports UNFPA for lifesaving aid to women, girls and the displaced in Yemen
SANA’A– Nearly half a million of the most vulnerable women and girls in Yemen will receive emergency relief, life-saving reproductive health and mental health services thanks to a EUR 6 million humanitarian contribution from the European Union (EU) The funds...