Dina Saoudi started her first company in her car in Jordan to persuade companies to be more socially responsible. She now invests in startups across the MENA region, and is empowering individuals around the world doing what they love.
, came to fruition, sharing the stories and recipes of 54 women with diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds living in Jordan, which has one of the lowest female labor participation rates in the world—14% compared to 19% in Iraq and 23% in Lebanon. The women featured in the book include a refugee, a stay-at-home mother, an expatriate, and a senator. Another project, Empowering Through Painting, allowed Seven Circles to exhibit the art work of 88 different artists in Jordan.
I caught up with Dina to learn more about Empowering Through, as well as her personal and professional journey from building her first company in her car to now investing in startups, publishing books, and working with some of the most influential organizations in the world.The Empowering Through model is adaptable and easily tailored to varying contexts around the world.
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