DIFC, DIB-backed AccelerateHER returns for 7th edition, registrations open

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) have partnered for the 7^th edition of AccelerateHER.

Launched in 2019 by the DIFC Innovation Hub, the accelerator programme was launched in 2019 by the DIFC Innovation Hub to offer the next generation of women financial services professionals with advice on their career path, supported by Dubai’s leading talent and industry leaders.

The AccelerateHER network has successfully mentored over 100 women through more than 200 mentorship pairings and 120 workshops.

Activities include mentorship sessions, professional and soft-skill workshops, and networking opportunities along with access to the DIFC Innovation Hub’s co-working spaces.

DIFC, DIB partner to support AccelerateHER

Arif Amiri, CEO of DIFC Authority, said: “DIFC has a longstanding commitment to attract top financial talent to Dubai which is evident in the centre’s growing international workforce of over 36,000 professionals. The AccelerateHER programme is designed to upskill the next wave of financial services professionals, and we are delighted to see the next cohort further benefit from Dubai Islamic Bank’s partnership and expertise, as we continue our journey to shape the future of finance.”

Dr Adnan Chilwan, group CEO of DIB, said: “We are proud to be the Exclusive Sponsor of AccelerateHer, an initiative that aligns with our commitment to empower and nurture the next generation of female leaders. By supporting this programme, we aim to foster a more diverse and inclusive financial sector, where women can thrive and contribute significantly to the growth and innovation of our industry. Together with DIFC Innovation Hub, we are confident that AccelerateHer will create lasting impact and inspire more women to pursue their ambitions in the financial sector.”

The three-month programme, commencing in September, will take place at the DIFC Innovation Hub and its partner offices in Dubai.

Registrations for the programme are now open.

In other news, DIB has launched DIB alt, a full-fledged digital umbrella brand, bringing together the bank’s digital offerings and capabilities under one platform.

DIB alt is a comprehensive digital banking solution that integrates the bank’s range of digital offerings and capabilities, enabling customers to have a seamless banking experience.

The platform brings together more than 135 digital services via the DIB Mobile App, online banking, WhatsApp and ATMs.