Women Champions For Change
Extraordinary women leaders creating social change through the power of sport, media, culture and innovation across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region
The Future of the MENA Region Relies on Female Leaders Creating Social Change
On the 5th anniversary of the Abraham Accords, 50 female leaders from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), all prominent figures in civil society, media, research, sports, and culture, convened to advance cross-border collaboration.
WCC 2026 Delegation to Abu Dhabi
2-5 June, 2026
SPACE42 ARENA – ABU DHABI
WCC is convening a high-level delegation of women social impact leaders to participate in the 3rd International Dialogue of Civilizations and Tolerance Conference (IDCT),
led by the UAE’s Emirates Scholar Center for Research and Studies in collaboration with The Abrahamic Family House.
The delegation will attend the conference as well as a series of curated sides events, opportunities for dialogue, strategic networking, and partnership-building, with the aim of positioning women at the center of regional cooperation.
By invitation only. Enquire here
Explore how WCC members are using their voice to create change in the MENA region
Danny Hakim
Founder WCC
We are determined to build a brighter future through the power of collective imagination. We believe we can create a future that is stronger, kinder, and more connected.
At the heart of this vision stand Women—leading change with the hope, strength, and empathy that define the virtues of female leadership. By shining light where there is darkness, we are reminded that a better future is not only possible but is within reach. And it is ours to create.
Meet Our Leadership
Women Leadership as a Key Driver of Social Change in the MENA Region
Stav Bar Shany
WCC Co-Creator
Ayelet Mavor
WCC Co-Creator
Our strength lies in the power of connection: in women leaders who, together, transcend borders to build trust, share wisdom, and co-create solutions for a more peaceful and inclusive MENA region
MEET OUR STEERING COMMITTEE
Hanan Alsanah
Bedouin Feminist, Human Rights Lawyer and Peacebuilder (Israel)
Sabrin Hojerat
Head of Governance and Planning Division, Tachlith (Israel)
Nazanin Afshin-Jam Mackay
Human Rights and Democracy Advocate (Iran/Canada)
Donna Orender
Former President WNBA (USA)
Heidi Basch-Harod
Film Maker and Executive Director, Women’s Voices Now (USA)
Astrid Mattar Torbay
Women social change leaders are uniquely positioned to catalyze regional collaboration
Diversity as an Asset
Past Summit
״Women Shaping Tomorrow״
The Future of the MENA Region Relies on Female Leaders Creating Social Change
On the 5th anniversary of the Abraham Accords, 50 female leaders from across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), all prominent figures in civil society, media, research, sports, and culture, convened to advance cross-border collaboration.
Over a 3-day summit, this group connected, shared experiences, and co-designed cross-regional projects they will collaborate on with the goal to create a new reality for the MENA region.
This inspiring first gathering of Women Champions for Change (WCC) marked the hope and the possibility of a better future: a peaceful, inclusive, and connected MENA region.
September 17 , 2025