By Invitation Only
When
Sunday, March 4 – Monday, March 5, 2012
Location
New York University Abu Dhabi Downtown Campus, Abu Dhabi
Description
Women in Computing in the Arab World
This unprecedented regional workshop explores the opportunities as well as the diverse challenges facing women in computing in the Arab world. Prominent regional and international women in computer science discuss research and innovation in computing, opportunities for collaboration throughout the region and world, women enrollment in computer science, entrepreneurship, the role of women in tech start-ups, and positive trends as well as difficulties in the field.
Convener and Chair
Sana Odeh, Affiliated Faculty of Computer Science, New York University Abu Dhabi, Faculty Liaison for Global Programs of Computer Science, and Clinical Associate Faculty, Courant Institute of Mathematical Science, New York University, New York. UAE and USA