CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS
Emirates Woman|March 2020
Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Shamseh bint Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Platform 09 celebrates, supports, and brings together female Arab designers, artists and entrepreneurs into one creative space. Below, she discusses what female empowerment means today and her hopes for the concept space in the future
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CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS

One of Platform 09’s key aims is to empower woman, when was the last time you felt empowered?

I am most empowered when I am empowering others. At the opening of Platform 09 every year, I take a tour to meet and greet our exhibitors, this is probably my favourite part of Platform 09. Meeting these women, being present with them gives me unlimited energy. Their passion, determination and persistence is remarkable, very inspiring and empowering.

What does female empowerment mean today and what can we do more to support one another more?

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