Kuwait Investment Company sponsors 'Women and the Economy' conference
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Kuwait Investment Company participated in the Women and the Economy conference, sponsored by the Minister of State for Economic and Investment Affairs, to enhance women's role in economic development.
Translated by Alqyas from Al-Anba — Original source
Kuwait Investment Company participated in the “Women and the Economy” conference, held on October 17–18, 2026, in Kuwait, under the patronage of Abdulaziz Al-Marzouq, Minister of State for Economic and Investment Affairs and Acting Minister of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Kuwait Economic Association and the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences. The company’s sponsorship underscored its commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing women’s economic participation and empowering them to contribute effectively to economic development.
The conference served as a platform for dialogue and exchange of expertise among a distinguished group of policymakers, executive leaders, experts, investors, and academics, to discuss the current state of women’s participation in the economy, highlight the key challenges they face, and explore solutions, policies, and practices that expand their opportunities and strengthen their presence across various economic sectors, thereby supporting the building of a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
As part of its participation, Luwla Al-Fawzan, Deputy Head of Human Resources Management at Kuwait Investment Company, took part as a speaker in the panel discussion titled “Current Reality,” held on the first day of the conference. She addressed the status of women’s participation in the Kuwaiti economy, their representation levels in the labor market, leadership positions, and business ownership, as well as the existing gaps among these indicators.
The session also discussed the major challenges still facing women, including employment and career advancement opportunities, access to financing and credit, and family care responsibilities. It highlighted practical experiences and successful practices in supporting women’s participation, the role of the private sector in accelerating change, and the importance of integrating institutional initiatives with supportive legislation and policies.
