Dubai, UAE — At CARE 2025 MENA, the panel “Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Women Transforming ESG and Climate Action” delivered one of the summit’s most compelling and inspiring conversations. The session spotlighted the women who are not only shaping the sustainability agenda — but actively redefining what effective climate leadership looks like in the MENA region.
With insights spanning strategy, innovation, technology, and impact storytelling, panelists underscored the essential role women play in advancing ESG frameworks and accelerating climate-positive change across industries.
Voices Leading the Sustainability Transformation
The panel brought together influential women whose work is driving inclusive, future-ready climate solutions:
- Eve Laws — Founder, CEO & Chairwoman, Maison GI / Middle East Business Alliance for Sustainability
- Yasmine Barbir — Co-Founder & Chief Impact Officer, Fusion Minds AI
- Eftal Efecinar — Chief Strategy & Partnership Officer, Coral
The discussion was expertly moderated by:
Waad Barakat — Special Correspondent, Khaleej Times
Together, they explored how women leaders are breaking systemic barriers, reshaping decision-making processes, and designing solutions that blend innovation with deeply human impact.
A Masterclass in Leadership, Vision and Action
Speakers examined the intersection of technology, ESG strategy and community-driven change, highlighting:
- Innovative impact models that integrate AI, sustainability, and social transformation
- New forms of climate storytelling that inspire action and shift public perception
- Cross-sector partnerships driving measurable ESG outcomes
- Governance frameworks that elevate transparency, accountability and inclusion
- Leadership approaches rooted in empathy, resilience and long-term thinking
The conversation reinforced a powerful truth:
When women lead, sustainability gains depth, direction, and real-world impact.
A Defining Dialogue for the Future of ESG in MENA
This session marked a milestone in the region’s ongoing sustainability journey — highlighting not only the achievements of women leaders, but also the collective momentum building across MENA’s ESG ecosystem.
As CARE 2025 MENA continues, the role of diverse leadership remains central to the conversations shaping the region’s climate-resilient future.
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