This panel explores the challenges ahead as we work towards gender equality and shines a light on the progress made en route to the economic empowerment of women.

Opening Remark:

Petra Freddi, Director, Business and Program Development, Milken Institute Asia Center

Moderator:

Henny Sender, Chief Correspondent, International Finance, Financial Times

Speakers:

Kamal Ahmad, Founder, Asian University for Women

Betelhem Dessie, Technology Education Entrepreneur; Project Manager, iCog-Labs, Anyone Can Code

Leili Gerami, Chairman, LEGE Investments; Partner, Maven Pictures

John Wood, Founder, Room to Read