Attending the Global Summit of Women in Abu Dhabi was an experience that I will never forget. As one of the youngest delegates in attendance, I had a lot to learn, but the lessons and inspiration I received from the incredible women I met will stay with me for a lifetime.

I saw so many powerful and empowering women of all ages and backgrounds speak about their experiences and journeys. They came from all sectors and were smart, bold, and determined to achieve their dreams. Seeing these women succeed in their goals no matter where they were from, truly inspired me. I felt empowered myself to keep being an inspiration to the new generation and help them achieve their dreams too.

I'm grateful to have been a part of the International Youth Council and to have had the opportunity to attend this summit. The Council is a supportive team of like minded individuals that share the same passion for empowering the next generation. I met them through online communication network and they have been incredibly supportive of my beliefs in empowering young people.

I had the chance to learn so much from the Summit and to hear from so many influential women. They shared their stories, struggles, and successes with us, and it was truly inspiring. Being a part of this event has given me the motivation and drive to continue working towards empowering young people and promoting gender equality.

Attending the Global Summit of Women was not just a typical holiday, it was an opportunity to learn, grow and be inspired. I am grateful for the chance to be a part of such a wonderful event and for the continued support of the International Youth Council. I'm looking forward to being a part of helping the next generation and making the world a better place.

- Ms. Melisa Raouf -
Founder
Barefacetrendmovement, UK Miss England Bare Face Winner 2022


On February 21 and 22, 2023, a 2-day Global Summit of Women was held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). FundLife was invited to join this prestigious gathering of Prominent stateswomen, faith leaders, entrepreneurs, social activists, cultural personalities, media celebrities, and scholars from more than 100 countries. Invited by the International Youth Council, the gathering provided an opportunity for FundLife to share its ongoing efforts to ensure every single girl and young woman has an equitable opportunity to reach their full potential.

The purpose of the summit was to discuss the various roles of women in different areas of society – media, politics, philanthropy and humanities, the media and creative industries, and in education and sciences; as well as the weight and importance of these roles. During the conference, notable women leaders spoke about their experiences and discussed among the panel pressing matters where women are concerned.

Ms. Marie Angelique Villamor, Programs Lead for Girls and Women, was the representative of FundLife. Being a girl and woman advocate, she described her experience at the summit as a perfect avenue for women from different parts of the world to discuss important matters, especially the impactful roles and results of women in nation building, awareness-raising, and social inclusivity. More than simply being part of the summit, she gained different insights on how women can impact society and become partners for change and sustainability alongside their male counterparts. She also added that all women present in the summit each brought with them their advocacies, and the summit magnified their advocacies as each one of them are mirrors of each other.

The Global Women Summit of 2023 would not be possible without the patronage of Her Highness, Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation and the Chairwoman of General Women’s Union – United Arab Emirates, the Supreme Chairperson of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the World Muslim Communities Council (TWMCC), and of course, the International Youth Council, who provided the opportunity for FundLife to participate in this prestigious event.

- Ms. Marie Angelique Villamor -
Head of Operations
Cebu Officer Fundlife International Inc, Thailand