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balanced workplace
Making the case for, and against, diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace
DEI has taken an increasing role in the workplace, but its implementation is not without challenges
disabilities
People with disabilities need to be a part of DEI strategies in the Middle East and Africa
Creating inclusive spaces for people with disabilities can contribute to enhanced innovation and problem-solving
Diversity
Inclusivity reporting is the key to business success in the UAE and beyond
Research shows that diverse and inclusive workplaces create a competitive advantage, enhance productivity and innovation, and mitigate risks related to turnover, legal and regulatory compliance, and reputation
augmented reality
How to speed up metaverse adoption? Localise it
The need for localisation in the metaverse and its impact on adoption
Diversity
GCC “long way to go” in embracing diversity, says Virgin Mobile CEO
“We still have a long way to go across the GCC, both in implementation and education.”
Abu Dhabi
Dubai to allow Las Vegas-style express weddings: Report
Under the new expat family laws of UAE, couples of mixed faith can obtain a civil wedding license in 24 hours
Abu Dhabi
UAE non-Muslim family law comes into effect today
The new law was announced in December and comes into force today
Abu Dhabi
UAE expat law: Non-Muslim family rules on marriage, divorce, child custody to enter force
The new system was announced in December and will take effect from February 1
Arabian Business
Watch: AB Webinar on unpacking the MENA sustainability challenge
Boardrooms need to engage with the diversity debate to adequately address the challenge of sustainability
climate action
Unpacking the MENA sustainability challenge to take centre stage in next Arabian Business Webinar
Addressing the challenge of sustainability requires boardrooms to engage with the diversity debate
automation
Focus shifting from financial-led contracts to ‘psychologically compelling’ contracts in the UAE
Increasingly flexible UAE labour laws are helping retain, attract top talent, ‘but more could be done,’ an expert says
businesswomen
$2 trillion could be added to regional economy by getting more women into workforce
‘Releasing the pent-up talent of the next female generation is a strategic and economic imperative,’ said consultancy firm PwC
Abu Dhabi
Women in business will gain ‘greater access to funding’ because of free crypto domains: expert
The Abu Dhabi programme will not only inspire more female participation in crypto, but will also enhance and increase the industry’s legitimacy, experts said
Abu Dhabi
Women residing in Abu Dhabi to get free crypto, NFT, and blockchain domains
The initiative provides women with complete control of their data and content within a space that they fully own, as opposed to Web2 domains that are leased for fixed periods through third-party brokers
Diversity
Saudi women transforming family businesses can inspire others
A report by KPMG says females in leadership roles in family businesses act as good role models to get more women into C-suite roles
airline industry
The pilot shortage can be the right catalyst to increase the number of women on the flight deck
Bhanu Choudhrie, founder of Alpha Aviation Group, discusses how the aviation industry can maximise a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to increase diversity in the cockpit