Women Around the World - GCC
Desert Rose — Fashion Show · Gala · Awards · Forum
Bahrain Edition | 13-16 November 2025
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world.
Today I am wise so I am changing myself.
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Change begins from within. The Women Around the World - GCC | Desert Rose — Fashion Show · Gala · Awards · Forum 2025 is a unique gathering of creative and influential individuals who come together to explore unconventional topics in a safe and intimate setting. It encourages open dialogue, challenges societal norms, and fosters both intellectual and artistic exploration.
Stella Polare Boutique Events and MIE Events have partnered to organise a networking event dedicated to women’s empowerment. This event seeks to create a supportive community where women can connect, share stories, and build meaningful relationships. It offers an opportunity to learn from one another, gain valuable insights, and be inspired to pursue goals and dreams through success stories and resources for personal and professional growth.
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Bahrain
Updated Event Dates for WAW–GCC × Desert Rose Forum & Awards 2025: 13–16 November 2025
Join guests from across society and around the world, including royalty, creatives, athletes, and entrepreneurs—all women of extraordinary experience and knowledge. The exciting Women Around the World – GCC × Desert Rose Forum & Awards 2025 (Bahrain Edition) will offer a unique and unparalleled opportunity to learn from some of the most pioneering women of our time. As part of this transformative experience, the Forum at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain, will also include exclusive networking sessions designed to build genuine connections and collaborations.
The Forum further provides opportunities to participate in discussions that foster collaboration and understanding through speeches, intellectual debates, and storytelling. This vibrant exchange will be enriched by celebrations of universal culture from Bahrain, China, and beyond, including a special art exhibition. An exclusive VIP Gala Dinner, featuring a spectacular Desert Rose Fashion Show that will take place at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort, Bahrain, and a world-class music performance, will conclude the events, creating a truly memorable and transformative experience.
Our Speakers
This event features a dynamic lineup of speakers including entrepreneurs, executives, activists, and thought leaders from across the globe. These speakers share their insights and stories, inspiring attendees to pursue personal and professional growth.
Dr. Siham Ahmed
Yousif Al Harthi
CEO & Founder of Siham Development and Investment, Board Member of Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Strategic Leader in Real Estate Development, and PhD in Business Administration
Oman 🇴🇲
Keynote Speaker
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Dr. Kayleigh
Sumner
Educational Psychologist, Founder of Psychology Flows, Author, Researcher, and Global Keynote Speaker
UAE 🇦🇪 & UK 🇬🇧
Keynote Speaker
Synne Kristine
Dalen
Creative Technologist and Visual Artist whose work explores the intersection of art, design, and artificial intelligence. With degrees in Art History, Psychology, UX Design, and a Master’s in Art Museum and Gallery Studies, she brings a multidisciplinary and human-centred perspective to her creative practice.
Norway 🇳🇴
Keynote Speaker
Alexandra
Novik-Khamis
Visual Artist, Educator, Cultural Leader & Deputy Director of the Russian-speaking community “Compatriots”
Russia 🇷🇸 & Bahrain 🇧🇭
Keynote Speaker
Nora
Peng
Founder & Chairwoman, FC Financial Holding (“Cai Zhong Financial Holdings”)
China 🇨🇳
Keynote Speaker
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Madhu
Sarda
Photorealistic Muralist, Visual Artist, Mountaineer & Yoga Practitioner
Nepal 🇳🇵 & Bahrain 🇧🇭
Keynote Speaker
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Nina Stamenkovic
Shamtanis
UK-Certified Expert in Professional Etiquette and Communication Excellence specializing in business social and cultural settings
Serbia 🇷🇸 & Cyprus 🇨🇾
Guest Speaker
For the first time, we are honoured to host the top Chinese fashion designer, Grace Chen, whose creations have won hearts and minds around the world.
On the 14th of November at 7:00 PM, we invite you to the luxurious Royal Villa at the Royal Saray Resort Hotel in Manama, where the desert’s mystique meets the world of haute couture.
Step into a realm where culture and fashion unite, and every silhouette blooms like a rose beneath the stars.
This extraordinary night celebrates Grace Chen’s vision of modern femininity, powerful yet graceful, sophisticated yet soulful.
Each of her creations is a story of confidence, beauty, and individuality, a tribute to the grace and strength within every woman.
Join us for the Exclusive Desert Rose Fashion Show, a night where elegance blossoms eternally.
To be part of this unforgettable evening, purchase your tickets here:
Event Programme
Updated Event Dates for WAW–GCC × Desert Rose Forum & Awards 2025: 13–16 November 2025
20:00
Gala Dinner & Awards Night
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Arrival in Bahrain
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Meeting at the Bahrain International airport
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Transfer to The DOMAIN Hotel & SPA 5 ★ in the heart of Manama
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Check - in
20:00
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Welcome Ceremony accompanied by refreshing cocktails, small speeches, introductions
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Welcome Dinner
Registration
Speaker Packages
✔ Desert Rose Speaker's Slot
✔ Full access to the WAW GCC x Desert Rose Forum 2025 – Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain
✔ Lunch & Coffee breaks
14-15.11.25
Desert Rose Speaker's Package + Exclusive 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner & Awards Night
$398
150 BHD | 1,500 SAR/QAR
✔ Desert Rose Speaker's Slot
✔ Full access to the WAW GCC x Desert Rose Forum 2025 – Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain
✔ Lunch & Coffee breaks
✔ Exclusive Access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ Exclusive Access to Gala Dinner and Awards Night
14-15.11.25
Desert Rose Speaker's Package + Exclusive 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner & Awards Night with Accommodation
$637
240 BHD | 2,400 SAR/QAR
✔ Desert Rose Speaker's Slot
✔ Full access to the WAW GCC x Desert Rose Forum 2025 – Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain
✔ Lunch & Coffee breaks
✔ Exclusive Access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ Exclusive Access to Gala Dinner and Awards Night
✔ 3 Nights Accommodation in The DOMAIN Hotel & Spa - SGL room B&B
Attendee Packages
✔ Full access to the WAW GCC Forum 2025 – Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain
✔ Lunch & Coffee breaks
✔ Exclusive Access to Fashion Show, Gala Dinner & Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ Full access to the WAW GCC Forum 2025 – Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain
✔ Lunch & Coffee breaks
✔ Exclusive Access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner & Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
Accommodation Packages for WAW-GCC Forum 2025 Bahrain Edition
✔ Full day Access to the WAW GCC 2025 Forum - Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain 15.11.2025
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Welcome Ceremony
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Lunch & Coffee Breaks
✔ Tour
✔ Exclusive access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner and Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ 4 Nights in The DOMAIN Hotel & Spa in SGL room B&B
✔ Full day Access to the WAW GCC 2025 Forum - Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain 15.11.2025
-
Welcome Ceremony
-
Lunch & Coffee Breaks
✔ Tour
✔ Exclusive access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner and Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ 4 Nights in The DOMAIN Hotel & Spa in TWIN sharing room B&B
✔ Full day Access to the WAW GCC 2025 Forum - Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain 15.11.2025
-
Welcome Ceremony
-
Lunch & Coffee Breaks
✔ Tour
✔ Exclusive access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner and Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ 3 Nights in The ART Hotel & Resort in LUX SGL room B&B
✔ Airport transfers
✔ Full day Access to the WAW GCC 2025 Forum - Bahrain Edition at The Domain Hotel & Spa, Bahrain 15.11.2025
-
Welcome Ceremony
-
Lunch & Coffee Breaks
✔ Tour
✔ Exclusive access to the 'Desert Rose' Fashion Show, Gala Dinner and Awards Night at the Royal Villa in the Royal Saray Resort
✔ 3 Nights in The ART Hotel & Resort in LUX TWIN sharing room B&B
✔ Airport transfers