Egypt, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), recently took part in the "Awa'el Dialogue: Towards Intergenerational Leadership in AI and Cybersecurity" event. This event, organized by the Arab Organization for ICT (AOICT) in El Marsa, Tunisia, saw broad regional participation from experts and decision-makers in technology and digital transformation. This event marked the launch of an ambitious regional initiative, also named "Awa'el Dialogue." Its goal is to empower a new generation of women leaders in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and digital innovation. It aims to achieve this by equipping them with modern skills, providing professional support and mentorship programs, and offering opportunities to participate in regional and international forums. Ultimately, this will strengthen women's role in building secure, ethical, and inclusive AI systems.
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