In this special Women’s Day edition of Sustainability Café, we bring together three influential leaders who are shaping the future of circular economy and sustainability across heavy industries in the Middle East.

Topic: In Conversation With ‘Women Powering Circular Change’

Featuring experts:

* Najeeba Al Jabri, Chief ESG & Sustainability Officer, Emirates Global Aluminium 
* Sara Jackson, Secretary General, Circular Packaging Association 
* Dima Al-Horani, Head of Communications and Public Affairs, Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association

In this conversation, the panel reflects on their personal journeys into sustainability and discusses how women are increasingly influencing circular economy strategies across industry, policy, and communications.

The discussion also explores the structural challenges that still exist within circular systems, and what needs to change to scale real impact across sectors.

Key themes covered in this episode:

• Why more women are entering sustainability leadership roles
• Structural barriers that still limit women’s representation at the top
• Policy and infrastructure gaps slowing circular systems and recycling
• The challenge of scaling circular packaging and industry initiatives
• Opportunities for women to shape the circular economy in the UAE and GCC

…and much more on leadership, policy, and the future of circular systems.

From aluminium recycling and packaging systems to cross-industry collaboration, this episode offers valuable insights into how circular economy ambitions can translate into real progress.

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