The AWHPI Global Foundation, in collaboration with Future Ready Consultancy Qatar, is proud to announce the First Ladies Forum and Economic Development Summit Qatar 2025, set to take place from April 22–25, 2025, at the prestigious W Doha Hotel.
With the theme “The Future is Female – Women Creating a Global Outlook through Action Today”, the summit will bring together First Ladies, Ministers, global dignitaries, business leaders, innovators, and youth changemakers from across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. This landmark event seeks to catalyze actionable strategies to address global challenges through the lens of women’s leadership, economic empowerment, innovation,
healthcare, education, and climate action.
Day One will feature a vibrant Opening Ceremony and Youth Parade of Nations, a series of high-level panel discussions, and a special Fireside Chat with Her Excellency First Lady Ambassador Professor Dr. Olufolake
AbdulRazaq, First Lady of Kwara State, Nigeria. The evening will culminate in a W High-Level Welcome Reception and Cultural Fashion Showcase, spotlighting women-led sustainable brands and performances symbolizing cultural
unity.
Day Two will host the High-Level Business and Investment Conclave, connecting global investors, innovators, and policy shapers. The evening will honor distinguished leaders during the AWHPI Global Icon Awards & UN Ambassador for Peace Conferment Ceremony, where His Excellency Dr. Ibrahim Yousef Fakhro, Director of Protocol at Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will be named Global Ambassador of Peace.
The remaining days will include immersive cultural excursions, desert safari, and networking experiences, promoting cross-cultural collaboration and showcasing Qatar’s heritage and innovation.
“Now more than ever, we must bridge regions and uplift human capital— especially women and youth—as the foundation for inclusive global development, through the power of intentional collaborations” said HRH Princess Dr.
Moradeun Ogunlana, Founder and CEO of AWHPI Global Foundation and Summit Convener.
“This summit is not just a gathering—it is a movement,” added Dr. Mervat Ibrahim Mohamed, President of Future Ready Consultancy Qatar. “Together, we are creating the future now.”
Her Excellency Lady Grace Bian, Chinese investor, serial entrepreneur, holder of over 75 IPs and IPOs, and Chairman of the China, Africa and Middle East Investment Fund and Blockchain, added: “Investing in women is not only a
moral imperative—it is an economic strategy for global stability. Through crossregional collaboration in finance, technology, and innovation, we are building the blueprint for a smarter, more equitable future.”
The event is held under the auspices of the AWHPI Global Foundation, an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations ECOSOC in collaboration with Future Ready Consultancy in the State of Qatar, and is expected to welcome delegates from over 30 countries.
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