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Sharjah Ruler inaugurates World Congress 2025 “We Are Inclusion”

Sharjah, September 15, 2025,

His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and Honorary President of the Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS), inaugurated on Monday morning, World Congress 2025 “We Are Inclusion.” Organised by SCHS and hosted by the Emirate for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the event is being held at Expo Centre Sharjah.

The 18th edition of the congress features 152 speakers, including experts, self-advocates, and organisations from across the globe, representing 74 countries and 160 organisations. With 59 panel discussions on its agenda, it is organised with the strategic partnership of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, along with numerous local and international partners. Recognised as the most important event of Inclusion International, the congress is convened every four years in one of its member countries worldwide.

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Malabar Group signs MoU with WHO India to implement ‘Nurturing Beginnings’ project

Malabar Group, as part of its continued commitment to social responsibility, has announced the launch of a new CSR initiative, NURTURING BEGINNINGS, in collaboration with the WHO India. The project is designed to improve the nutrition and overall well-being of mothers and children from disadvantaged urban communities, while supporting the mental and intellectual development of children.

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Emirates Pride Perfumes Achieves Guinness World Record for the Largest Perfume Testing Event

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Emirates Pride Perfumes Achieves Guinness World Record for the Largest Perfume Testing Event

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – September 13, 2025:

Emirates Pride Perfumes has officially entered the Guinness World Records with the successful completion of The Largest Perfume Testing Event in the world, held at the iconic One&Only One Za’abeel in Dubai. This landmark celebration brought together distinguished guests, the most renowned perfume evaluators, influencers, and media representatives on an unforgettable evening that embodied the UAE’s spirit of innovation and excellence.

For the first time in fragrance history, a brand invited its customers and enthusiasts to take part in live testing, voting, and rating—culminating in the launch of the winning scent as an exclusive anniversary edition and a gift to its valued consumers.

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2025 Best Companies for Women in Gulf announced

  • 42% of all hires in best companies are women
  • Women’s representation is at 33% in GCC

Dubai, UAE – September 15, 2025: Avtar Group, leading workplace culture consulting and Inclusion (DEI) Solutions firm, announced the second Edition of Avtar & Seramount Best Companies for Women in Gulf (BCWG) list. BCWG is an influential benchmarking initiative spotlighting organization across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region that excel in fostering gender diversity and inclusive workplace policies.  The announcement was made at the Best of Best (BOB) Conference held today in Dubai.

The 2025 BOB – Gulf Conference saw an active participation from the companies in the region with speakers including Al Shirawi Facilities Management LLC, Diversey- A Solenis Company, DKHOON AL EMIRATIA, Finastra UK Limited, Ingram Micro Company, KONE MIDDLE EAST LLC amongst others.

The 2025 BCWG study unveiled the Top 10 companies and other Best Companies in the Gulf region that are leading the change in creating inclusive work environments for women. Companies were evaluated on parameters including:

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Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi inaugurates second day of IGCF 2025 with global experts in technology, education, and medicine

  • Tariq Saeed Allay: “The most important tool we have is communication, which unifies efforts and turns ideas into collective achievements.”
  • Professor Oussama Khatib: “The internet has let us see and hear each other. Now robotics is allowing us to touch and feel remotely, to work in dangerous places without being there.”
  • Hillary Yip: “Technology can open doors, but what makes the difference is the human connection. Education must put humans first in a tech-driven world.”
  • Dr. Karan Rajan: “One video can reach millions. Even if just a handful take the advice to change their diet, or check for cancer early, it can save lives. That is the power of digital communication.”
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