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GCC Board Gender Index Report
Ground-breaking research by Heriot-Watt University Dubai, supported by Board Intelligence
29 April 2026 | 13:00 GST
What will the event cover?
Join Professor Dame Heather McGregor for a webinar exploring insights from the 2026 GCC Board Gender Index Report.
The research, conducted by Heriot-Watt University Dubai and supported by Board Intelligence, is the only research of its kind and offers an in-depth analysis of women's representation on publicly listed boards in the GCC.
The session will cover:
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Insights into this year's findings and how 2026 compares to previous years.
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What's driving progress in women's representation on publicly listed boards in the region.
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What this means for board effectiveness and the strong pipeline of female talent in the GCC.
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