In coinciding with the Middle East Excellence Award Institute's vision for 2030, which is focused on the development of the Middle East region and the continuous enhancement of global leadership competitiveness among institutions and leaders, the Institute aims to emphasize the latest institutional and leadership practices, achievements, and strategies for sustainable excellence. This effort will be showcased during the 26th International Women Leaders Congress on February 17-20, 2025, in Dubai. The congress will discuss the international strategies for corporate development, leadership governance, competitiveness, and supporting the transformation of women leaders into role models. The event also aims to foster the growth of young women leaders, guiding them towards becoming influential role models themselves.

The Middle East Excellence Awards Institute will be honoring the exceptional achievements in women's leadership by honoring their dedication to knowledge management and innovation, leadership capabilities, institutional successes, excellence, and sustainable leadership achievements while recognizing their significant regional and global competitiveness and contributions to the government and business institutional and regional advancement across various sectors.

In continuation of the Institute's vision of honoring outstanding leadership achievements and fostering a path focused on knowledge enhancement, competitiveness, and sustainable leadership achievements, the Institute aims to provide best practices to elevate women's global leadership competitiveness. The objective of the award is to pay tribute to women leaders from diverse sectors who have played a significant role, becoming a cornerstone in institutions, and contributing to regional and global leadership development.

These leaders have had a profound impact on institutional, economic, technological, and administrative development, promoting institutional progress in line with global competitiveness standards. The award will highlight the exemplary leadership practices that have brought about positive changes in various fields, adhering to the foundations and principles of women leaders.

The Awards will adhere to these general criteria for candidate selection procedures

• Demonstrated excellence in leadership across various sectors
• Significant contributions to the advancement of women in the workplace
• Innovation and creativity in problem-solving and decision-making
• Proven track record of mentoring and supporting emerging women leaders
• Impactful community engagement and social responsibility initiatives
• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the organization
• Achievements in driving organizational growth and development
• Leadership in promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship
• Advocacy for gender equality and women's rights
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Visionary leadership with a focus on long-term goals and strategy
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence
• Successful navigation of challenges and overcoming barriers in the industry
• Influence and recognition within the industry or community
• Dedication to continuous learning and professional development
• Leadership in implementing technological advancements and digital transformation
• Collaboration and partnership-building with local and international stakeholders
• Contribution to policy development and advocacy for positive change
• Successful management of large-scale projects with significant impact
• Recognition for ethical leadership and integrity in decision-making
• Pioneering new initiatives that address emerging challenges in the region