Written by Reham Talaat
Cairo, Feb 10,2026 at 2:00 pm
In a high-profile international presence reflecting its growing role as a leading platform for empowering women globally, CEO Women organized a strategic panel discussion titled “Women Shaping the Future of Technology” as part of the second edition of the International Digital Cooperation Forum 2026.
The session underscored that women are no longer simply participants in the digital transformation journey, but key drivers actively reshaping the future of technology leading innovation, redefining digital education, and contributing to more inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystems worldwide.
The session opened with a keynote address by Deemah Alyahya, who emphasized that empowering women in the digital economy is no longer a developmental option, but a strategic necessity to ensure resilient and future ready digital systems.
The panel featured distinguished international speakers, including:
Ms. Hajar El Haddaoui, who highlighted the importance of international digital cooperation and the role of women in shaping its future policy frameworks.
Dr. Sandrine El Khodry, who shared insights on the private sector’s role in empowering female leadership within the technology industry and increasing women’s representation in decision-making positions.
Dr. Dina Orabi, who presented an academic and media driven perspective on the intersection of technology, education, and communication, and its role in preparing the next generation of women leaders in the digital space.
The session was skillfully moderated by Ms. Alina Timofeeva, who facilitated the discussion and ensured a dynamic and strategic exchange of ideas among the speakers.
The discussion covered key themes, including strengthening women’s leadership in technological innovation, enhancing digital skills for the future workforce, building more inclusive work environments, and expanding international collaboration to support women’s participation in the global digital economy.
Through this session, CEO Women reaffirmed its commitment to creating impactful international platforms that reshape the global dialogue on women in technology and reinforce their role as key partners in driving digital transformation worldwide.
