Carerha, a leading platform dedicated to empowering and qualifying women for the workforce in Egypt and the Middle East, successfully launched the fourth edition of its flagship HERizon summit in Sheikh Zayed City. The event underscored a significant push to enhance female participation in the economy and bolster their presence in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The summit, held with the support of Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity, the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (MSMEDA), and the National Council for Women, provided a major professional platform for women to unlock new opportunities, particularly in non-traditional sectors.
A Platform For Professional Growth
Drawing over 6,000 participants and more than 20 sponsors and partners, the HERizon summit catered to women at every stage of their professional journey, from students and recent graduates to seasoned entrepreneurs and corporate leaders. The agenda featured a rich lineup of mentorship sessions and workshops designed to foster female engagement across diverse and high-growth fields.
Jessy Radwan, Founder and CEO of Carerha, stated that the summit aims to equip women with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to thrive in a flexible and inclusive work environment. “Empowering women is a societal and economic responsibility tied to sustainability and development,” she noted, highlighting the summit’s role in helping women re-enter the workforce after career breaks due to family or other challenges.
Bridging Skills Gaps In Modern Sectors
A core focus of the summit was on future-proofing women’s careers by concentrating on key areas such as technology, real estate, and green entrepreneurship. The workshops integrated crucial topics like artificial intelligence and digital transformation into practical business applications, preparing attendees for the evolving demands of the modern workplace.
The event also emphasized intergenerational mentorship, fostering a supportive community where experienced leaders could guide emerging talent. By creating a space to discuss flexible work arrangements, the summit addressed the critical need for a healthy work-life balance, a cornerstone of sustainable career development.
Driving Tangible Career Opportunities
Beyond networking and skill-building, the summit delivered concrete outcomes by facilitating over 200 job opportunities. It provided a direct line of communication between attendees and a select group of female leaders from various industries, allowing for meaningful dialogue on overcoming career challenges.
Furthermore, the event featured dedicated spaces for female entrepreneurs to showcase their products, enabling them to connect with new markets and expand their business reach. This practical approach ensures that the knowledge gained can be immediately applied, helping participants advance their professional paths.
About Carerha
Founded in 2018 as a Facebook initiative named “Hire Super Mama,” Carerha has been instrumental in supporting women, particularly mothers seeking flexible employment. Since its inception, the platform has assisted over 60,000 women. Since 2022, Carerha has hosted a series of annual events that have attracted more than 19,000 attendees, focusing on critical issues like work-life balance and career development for women across the region.
Source: Dostor
