CEDAR | European Muslim Professionals Network

The CEDAR Network Launch Event and EMWI Gala will take place in Madrid, Spain on 30^th October 2010 in celebration of the European Muslim Women of Influence finalists and The CEDAR Network’s first major event. The conference and gala event will bring together entrepreneurs, media representatives, thought leaders, senior policy officials and politicians for an evening of debate, engagement and celebration.

Hosted by Casa Árabe and in partnership with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue, the event will feature discussions concerning the future of leadership and cultural pluralism within Europe, as well as fusion musical performances and art exhibitions.  Additionally, a short documentary directed and co-produced by award winning filmmaker Jobeda Alialong will premier, bringing to light the diversity of Europe's professional societies and the energy and resources they foster for wider social change. 

The gala will then feature the announcement of the European Muslim Women of Influence finalists and their inspirational stories will be showcased. The European Muslim Women of Influence List aims to diversify the mainstream representation of Muslim women and inspire accomplishment across Europe’s diverse communities. In its inaugural year the European Muslim Women of Influence initiative has received nominations spanning 11 European countries and encompassing a diverse range of professional fields, including law, journalism, religion, the arts, government and medicine.

Attendance by invitation only.