On International Women’s Day, we host a morning assembly for nations and partners to delve into important discussions about gender equality and women’s empowerment.

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Dubai Exhibition Centre - Audio Guide

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Take in conferences and performances a mere 300 metres away from Al Wasl Plaza.

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Expo 2020 connects minds from around the globe. These connections are not limited to the pavilions and parks, but also extend to the vast Dubai Exhibition Centre: a new, state-of-the-art venue for conferences, concerts and more. 

Conveniently located next to the recently completed Expo 2020 metro station, with striking views of the magnificent domed Al Wasl Plaza, the DEC offers 45,000 square metres of customisable event space, 14 exhibition and multi-use halls, on-site catering, and best-in-class audio-visual resources.


A light geometric pattern decorates the DEC’s extraordinarily broad front façade, which features a giant overhanging arch over the entrance to the central plaza area, as well as sloped surfaces that seem to angle away from the entrance like a pair of wings

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Co-curated with Cartier, the International Women's Day sheds light on women leadership by tackling the issues of harmful stereotypes and negative social norms that prevent women from reaching their potential in myriad sectors and industries. Expo 2020 Dubai celebrates this special day organising a forum hosting high-calibre leaders, public figures, gender advocates and youth leaders. Governments, Corporations and changemakers deliberate on silent or invisible gender-based discrimination in professional settings, with the aim of inspiring stakeholders to commit to adopting practices and policies dedicated to gender equality and women's leadership.

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Inside Expo: The Brave Women

Women's Pavilion - Audio Guide

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Women make tremendous contributions to the world, yet many remain unknown or forgotten. The Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier at Expo 2020 challenges this imbalance by taking visitors on a journey through the remarkable achievements of women across the globe. Our showcase underscores the principle that “When women thrive, all of humanity thrives”.

The pavilion showcases the exceptional accomplishments of women, world-famous and unknown. Immerse yourself in the triumphs of women through history, discover the journeys women have taken to claim their equality and dive into the stories of the inspirational women shaping our future.


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Globe-spanning tour of women’s achievements and ongoing challenges

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Multisensory exhibition created by actor/artist Mélanie Laurent and Emirati artists

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Majlis-inspired social space for live conversations and events

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Reflecting the UAE’s commitment to women’s empowerment and gender equality, the Women’s Pavilion serves as a catalyst for social transformation, both in Dubai and far beyond. By championing exceptional women, it aims to inspire dialogue, shatter gender misconceptions, and leave a lasting legacy of positive change for women worldwide.

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A series of inspirational talks tackling gender stereotypes as we move towards a gender-equal future. Carla Hayden, The 14th Librarian of Congress, joins Dr. Jay Wang, Director of the USC Centre on Public Diplomacy, to discuss the Women’s Pavilion theme of ‘When Women Thrive, Humanity Thrives’.

The discussion will be hosted in collaboration with the United States Pavilion. To attend the event in person, RSVP to: wpmajlis.guest@auditoire.com


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An inspirational talk led by Dr. Jay Wang with guest host Dr. Carla Hayden, the 14th Librarian of Congress. 

Join the event via https://zoom.us/j/94855647750


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From the 18th-century writers of the Declaration of Independence to the creators of today’s smartphones and social-media networks, innovation and love of liberty have always been at the very core of America’s identity. The USA Pavilion at Expo 2020 celebrates these twin national pillars with an immersive exploration of the past and future of the American spirit.

Hop on board a moving walkway and see the sights across several large exhibit areas. Attractions include dynamic digital presentations on America’s history of innovation, a fun ceiling-displayed science narrative, an enormous replica space rocket and much more.

The United States Pavilion centres on a broad façade decorated with a modular pattern of large white metal stars, evoking the American flag. A screen of lofty vertical metal slats stands perpendicular to the left edge of the structure, bordering a walkway that leads guests inside, while a wide roof screen overhangs the full length of the façade, providing shade.

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The 14th Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, and Dr. Jay Wang Live from Women's Pavilion

Under the title “New Perspectives”, the Women’s World Majlis programme invites you to recognise a fundamental principle: when women thrive, humanity thrives.

The programme highlights the impact women have made on society and shines a light on their often forgotten contributions. By shifting perspectives, we embrace the infinite approaches to a more balanced world.

A common vision for a unique collaboration; sustainable development goals and aspirations for a peaceful and prosperous world cannot be achieved without gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Sharing this vision, Expo 2020 Dubai and Cartier celebrate women changemakers around the globe, asserting our conviction that innovative collaboration between the private sector, civil society and committed individuals is the pathway to meaningful change.

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When women thrive, humanity thrives. A common vision for a unique collaboration.

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The event will highlight the pivotal role of Omani women in shaping the nation’s development. With a firm focus on the future, a series of sessions will bring together some of the country’s most inspirational & innovative thinkers to share their stories.

Highlighting the role of Omani women in shaping the nation's development. Led by the Oman Pavilion.

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The Pakistan Pavilion delivers a mesmerizing evening at Expo 2020. To celebrate tolerance and inclusivity, the pavillion has a great line up of motivational speakers and artists delivering performances based around the theme “Pakistan: Connected through Diversity”. The event will be kick started by 'the Iron Lady' Muniba Mazari and an acclaimed motivational speaker will be addressing the audience on inclusion, equality and tolerance. Filipino-Pakistani singer-songwriter Maria Unera will then take the stage. Rounding off the evening will be the award winning Pakistani artist Meesha Shafi. Make your way to the fun-filled celebration at the Jubilee stage, Expo 2020 Dubai.


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A great lineup of motivational speakers and artists bring together the theme 'Pakistan Connected Through Diversity', including 'Iron Lady' Muniba Mazari, Maria Unera, and Meesha Shafi.

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Named in honour of the UAE’s 50th anniversary, Jubilee Park is a space built for celebration. At a spacious 23,000 square metres, the park is home to countless lively attractions: delicious food offerings for every taste, dazzling art pieces, the Jubilee Stage, Rashid's Adventures, and more. You can also take a ride on the iconic Garden in the Sky observation tower for a panoramic view of Expo 2020.


Jubilee Park’s design is inspired by the seasonal desert wadi: dry river valleys that spring to life after heavy rains, their once arid landscapes now green with vegetation. It's the perfect inspiration for a park that evokes both natural peace and excitement, depending on where you wander. 

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Home to four of the world’s 10 tallest mountains, Pakistan is a place where aiming for the top carries new meaning. At the alpine-looking Pakistan Pavilion, you’ll get a one-of-a-kind tour of the nation’s towering “peaks of progress” in sustainability, sport, science and much more.

Immersive exhibitions await in the pavilion’s wings - five wings, honouring Pakistan’s provinces. Whether it’s exploring the nation’s recent planting of one billion new trees, plucking textile threads to create symphonies of traditional Pakistani music or learning about the World Cup footballs (made in Pakistan since 1970), the pavilion has many unique experiences.


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The Pakistan pavilion's five gently rounded, summit-like structures of varying heights are arranged in a U-shape around a recessed courtyard. Each slope-topped peak, which represents one of Pakistan’s five provinces, is textured with a cross-hatch design of reflective metal plating with a rainbow-like sheen. 

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