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 has announced 2024 as “the Year of Women Role Models”. This initiative aims to honor leaders who exemplify distinguished positive models and, in turn, serve as role models for new generations of women leaders playing a tangible and pivotal role in institutional development

In this regard, the Middle East Excellence Awards Institute honors leaders, individuals of excellence, and those fostering happiness in government and private sectors. Whose presence has become a milestone in institutions and contributed significantly to the advancement of leadership development in the region. They have played a crucial role in institutional, economic, technological, and administrative development, which aligns with global competitive standards, fostering institutional progress.

Furthermore, they have solidified their leadership roles by empowering women, supporting female entrepreneurs, broadening opportunities for women leaders to engage in nation-building, anticipating the future, and actively participating in the formulation and execution of institutional development strategies and the digital transformation framework across the Middle East. This exemplary approach conforms to global competitiveness standards as an exceptionally successful executive personality."

Consequently, role model leaders are categorized among the most prominent personalities who have contributed to the advancement of the 'leader and leadership' operational framework. They also align their focus towards the future, by the latest principles of modern management science, institutional creativity, and global competitiveness standards. These leaders possess the capability to inspire new generations of leaders to surpass their current positions and ascend to the level of role model leaders.

The award aims to center on female leaders and role models who have contributed to bringing change across various fields by adhering to approved standards and curricula. These efforts serve to reinforce their leadership roles, empowering women, supporting women entrepreneurs, facilitating opportunities for female leaders to engage in nation-building, and bolstering the advancement of the leadership development process. Their leadership influence extends to institutional, economic, technological, and administrative development, thereby enhancing institutional progress in alignment with global competitiveness standards producing leadership models from diverse sectors throughout the Middle East.

The Awards will adhere to these General Criteria for Candidate Selection Procedures

• Exemplary leadership in empowering women and promoting gender equality
• Significant contributions to societal development and community welfare
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and inspiring future generations of women
• Innovation in addressing social, economic, or cultural challenges
• Leadership in advancing education and professional development opportunities for women
• Advocacy for women's rights and active participation in policy reform
• Exceptional achievements in a chosen field or industry
• Impactful work in promoting cultural heritage and preservation
• Commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace or community
• Role in pioneering new initiatives that benefit women and society at large
• Recognition and influence as a thought leader or change-maker in the region
• Success in overcoming barriers and challenges as a woman leader
• Contribution to sustainable development and environmental conservation
• Demonstrated integrity, ethics, and transparency in leadership
• Active involvement in cross-cultural collaboration and global initiatives
• Leadership in promoting health and wellness initiatives for women
• Advocacy for economic empowerment and financial independence for women
• Recognition for excellence in arts, culture, or creative industries
• Significant contributions to scientific research or technological innovation
• Leadership in humanitarian efforts and philanthropy
• Promotion of peace, security, and conflict resolution within communities
• Commitment to advancing women's representation in government and politics