The European Union Delegation to the UAE, in partnership with Khalifa University, hosted an inspiring career talk on Women in Emerging Technologies. The event brought together female leaders from the European Union and the UAE at Khalifa University to empower and guide the next generation of women contributing to emerging technology and science including AI, robotics, health technology and biotechnology.

Her Excellency Lucie Berger, EU Ambassador to the UAE, and His Excellency Ray Johnson, Senior Advisor to the President of Khalifa University, opened the event highlighting the crucial role of women in leading and shaping the future of technology and welcoming the distinguished female leaders from the EU and the UAE: Her Excellency Dr Mariam Matar, a Genomics & Biotech pioneer, Dr Kinda Khalaf, Leader in Robotics & HealthTech, Dr Giulia de Masi, Senior Expert in Robotics & AI, Dr Maria de Fatima Domingues, HealthTech Innovator & Biomedical Engineer, and the moderator, Miss Ferial Abuhantash, Bio-engineering PhD candidate. The panel shared their personal experience, achievements and career advice to the Khalifa University students.

Commenting on the initiative, H.E. Lucie Berger stated:

“More and more women are choosing careers in STEM, driving innovation, sustainability, and progress. The EU is proud to organise these Career Talk series as a unique exchange platform between European and Emirati female leaders in traditionally male dominated  fields. Together, these role models inspire young women to break barriers and follow their dreams”.

Ambassador Berger addressed the students saying: “The inspiring experiences shared by our remarkable panellists remind you that the future is not just being built for women—it is being built by women.”

This event is the third in a series of Career Talks organised by the EU Delegation to the UAE following last year’s successful talks on Women in Engineering and Women in Defence organised in collaboration with Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi. The Career Talks initiative reflects the EU’s ongoing commitment to fostering international collaboration in gender equality and women’s empowerment.