No economy in the world can afford to overlook women as a productive human resource. A new initiative in Bahrain seeks to support greater competitiveness and growth in the economy by enhancing women’s participation in the workforce and their access to markets. There is no denying Bahrain’s credentials in the Middle East region when it [...]

Whether you are an artist or a professional working in a corporate setup, there’s no denying that an award winning project in any field calls for a performance beyond the ordinary. This month we speak to a select club of women who have recently garnered laurels, nationally and internationally, about their motivation and passion. A [...]

From humble beginnings in a Sitra village, Waheeda Malullah has traversed the long road to international recognition by the sheer dint of her tireless creativity and a willingness to learn. A self taught artist, Waheeda works with various mediums including video, photography, installation, performance and painting, to examine the role of Muslim women, as well [...]

Raised by a single mother as the fourth of seven siblings, Nabeela Al Qaseer’s story is that of high motivation and self-made accomplishment. She started working at the age of 19 in a secretarial post at BBK. “I worked until 2 in the afternoon and then took professional courses until 7pm at what was then [...]

Gardening enthusiasts need not despair just because they happen to live in Bahrain. With a little patience, it’s possible to build your own tropical paradise, says Elizabeth Shaheen. Elizabeth Shaheen has gardened in Bahrain for over 30 years. As a self taught gardener, few in the Kingdom can rival her knowledge and passion for the [...]