Professor May El Barachi, Head of the School of Computer Science, Engineering, and Information Sciences, University of Wollongong in Dubai 

Companies must actively promote women into senior leadership roles, providing visible role models who inspire the next generation. Diverse boardrooms ensure broader perspectives that shape inclusive innovations. Finally, education and awareness are key—hands-on tech workshops and events for girls can normalize STEM fields and make them more accessible, accelerating progress toward true gender equity in the industry.