Women Empowerment Conference, August 31, 2025 - الرياض ديلي نيوز

On August 31, 2025, Beauty Queen of the Universe successfully hosted an exclusive conference on Women Empowerment in the Middle East at the prestigious Nas House, Al Barsha 1.

The event was generously supported by the venue owners, while Pastry Palace provided exquisite catering that left every guest impressed.

The program featured distinguished hosts: Wasim Mandil, awarded by the Guinness Book of Records and World Cup presenter, and the rising star Diana Dalla, a talented singer, presenter, and beauty icon.

The event program was coordinated by Ehab Alali, Show Director of Beauty Queen of the Universe and a distinguished choreographer-director, who elevated every participant and contributed greatly to the mission of women’s empowerment across the Middle East.

The evening was officially opened by Veronika Huseynli Ahmed, President of Beauty Queen of the Universe, activist for women’s and children’s rights, and founder of the international charity foundation and project “Water for Life”. She delivered an inspiring keynote on the importance of education, empowerment, and family values.

👉 The President also expressed her deep gratitude to Managing Director Raghida Akoury for her tremendous contribution and support in the growth of the company, as well as her exceptional organizational skills and creativity.

✨ Special Guests included:

• Fatima Alali – renowned Emirati lawyer, emphasizing women’s education and the UAE’s leadership in empowerment.

• Safa Selmi – entrepreneur and owner of Safa Dream Ladies Salon, who shared her journey from employee to successful businesswoman, embodying inner and outer beauty.

• Sara Yasin – Sudanese fashion designer, who presented her new collection, inspired the audience with her international success story, and gifted exclusive items to the contestants.

• Mona Huseyn Ali – founder of Number 1 cosmetics, whose natural beauty line has gained global popularity, shared her own story of resilience and achievement.

• Saloumeh Behzad – owner of Swan Aesthetic Clinic, who shared her personal journey of overcoming cancer and adversity to become a leading entrepreneur in the Middle East.

🎤 Keynote Speakers:

• H.E. Professor Zahid Haque, General Secretary of the UN Sports Alliance, who highlighted global empowerment of women and the vital role of family.

• Colonel Jasim Murad Mousa, UAE Police, who paid tribute to his mother and daughter as examples of strong, educated women, underlining the transformative power of education.

• Ahmed Hanafi Hassan Elsadr, owner of Dubai Global News, who closed with a powerful statement: “The strongest woman is the one who lives within each of you.”

The evening concluded with a spectacular fashion presentation by Sara Yasin, followed by a vibrant networking reception with gifts and celebrations.