In line with its ongoing efforts to empower women in engineering, Abu Dhabi University (ADU), concluded the sixth annual ‘Women in Engineering Forum ’2024 for the fifth consecutive year. The Forum was organized by ADU’s College of Engineering in collaboration with the International Federation of Structural Concrete UAE (fib-UAE), and in strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi City Municipality, the Society of Engineers and Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau and sponsored by TransGulf Readymix.
Under the theme “Engineering the Future: Women Breaking Barriers with Innovation for a Sustainable World,” this year’s Forum served as a dynamic platform celebrating the remarkable contributions of women in engineering. The event aimed to enhance equity, diversity, and inclusivity across different engineering fields.
Chaired by Dr. Reem Sabouni, Associate Professor at ADU and ChairWomen Engineers at fib-UAE, and President of the American Society of Civil Engineers UAE Section (ASCE-UAE), the Forum witnessed the gathering of over 20 influential women in the field of engineering and more than 150 attendees. During the event, the speakers addressed the challenges women face within this field and presented solutions to harness their potential in advancing the engineering profession and skillset. The event facilitated the exchange of knowledge, experiences, and skills, with a particular focus on sustainable development and women in empowerment.
Through a hybrid format designed to reach regional and international audience, the Forum featured keynote speeches and technical presentations from both international and national experts. These discussions explored the roadmap to bridge the gender gap in implementing innovative technologies and sustainability practices in various engineering fields.
