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Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.

This years’ theme is focused on breaking the bias in our communities, workplaces, schools and colleges. We will work together to create a gender equal world, breaking down the barriers (or bias) still in place today. We want a world where difference is valued and celebrated and free of stereotypes and discrimination. One of the first steps to take is to form a community of like-minded people dedicated to the cause.

We invite you to join us for a networking breakfast and discussion on how we will #BreakTheBias in the UAE. Your hosts have come together to unite in creating a platform for positive change. We believe by joining forces, we can drive real change.

Join us!

The recent announcement of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 amending the UAE Labour Law may reflect a significant shift in the UAE’s employment law landscape - and much has been made of the ground-breaking nature of the Decree.

Join us for a detailed discussion with Luke Tapp and Ruth Stephen of Pinsent Masons, to consider the following areas:

• Fixed term vs unlimited term vs part-time contracts – a key area of development under the new law and how does this impact employers in practice?

• Employment benefits and entitlements – what is the impact of the new law on sick leave, annual leave, family leave and other statutory benefits?

• Working days: the new working week- its impact on the private sector and what options are available to employers.

• Employment terminations – redundancy, poor performance, gross misconduct. What does the new law change in this regard and what is the risk to companies?

• Immediate steps – in advance of the implementation of the new law in February 2022, what should HR managers, business owners, in-house lawyers be doing at this stage?

You are welcome to submit your questions in advance of the session and you will have an opportunity to raise questions during the session too.

The session will be hosted in zoom and the link is available via the registration page & will be emailed as a reminder of the event.  

 

Broadcast live from the EXPO site in Dubai, the panel will discuss the commitments, strategies & regulations in addressing climate change and net zero targets from an international, regional, national, industry and corporate perspective.

In providing practical tips & tools for in-house counsel, the discussion will focus on reporting and disclosures, international climate commitments made by the governments in the region, non-regulatory expectations, institutional shareholder expectations, financing strategies and access to capital as well as considering risk & mitigants.

Discussion on how cybersecurity issues play-out in contract drafting & the role of an in-house lawyer in the event of an incident.

ACC Europe and ACC MENA invite you to a panel discussion on cybersecurity law. The discussion will focus on how cybersecurity issues play-out in contract drafting and negotiations and the role of an in-house lawyer in the event of a cybersecurity incident.

Panellists are:

  • Kathrin Korte, Senior Legal Counsel at Siemens Switzerland
  • Michael Bahar, Partner & Co-lead of Global Cybersecurity and Data Privacy at Eversheds Sutherland
  • Minesh Patel, Security Legal at Accenture, UAE
  • John Madelin, Global Head of Information Security and Assurance at Cognizant

Please submit your questions in advance of the session and you will have an opportunity to raise questions during the session too.

The webinar will be hosted on zoom.

 

Join us for a two-part series on MIND-BLOWING COMMUNICATION!

Part 1 (Nov 21st) will provide an introduction to ideas and tools to inspire your creative thinking and see things differently.

Part 2 (Dec 12th) is a hands-on training and workshop, enabling you to create communication masterpieces without the need for external agencies or advanced tools.

The recent announcement of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 amending the UAE Labour Law may reflect a significant shift in the UAE’s employment law landscape - and much has been made of the “ground-breaking” nature of the Decree, and as always, the details are important.

Join us for a fireside chat where Liz Williamson, Accenture and Jonathan P. Noble, Amereller will discuss what is known about the decree and other important topics in the employment law landscape across the region including:

● Flexible working models for the private sector

● Anti-discrimination and gender equality in the workplace

● Compassionate leave, maternity and paternity leave

● Employment termination, disputes and retention of talent

● Navigating the return to the office and vaccine mandates.

Please submit your questions in advance of the session and you will have an opportunity to raise questions during the session too.

During this interactive session, leading human and labour rights and compliance experts globally provide a primer on human rights, international labour standards and how and when they apply to companies.

We discuss the developing international legal and regulatory frameworks including on modern slavery, reputational risk,  as well as share examples of ethical recruitment practices and how businesses can mitigate the threat to human rights in their global supply chains.

Panelists are:

  • Kevin Coon, Partner - International Labor and Human Rights, Baker McKenzie
  • James Lewry, Director of Social Compliance, Control Risks

Join us for a two-part series on MIND-BLOWING COMMUNICATION!

Part 1 (Nov 21st) will provide an introduction to ideas and tools to inspire your creative thinking and see things differently.

Part 2 (Dec 5th) is a hands-on training and workshop, enabling you to create communication masterpieces without the need for external agencies or advanced tools.

Join ACC friends and colleagues for drinks and canapes on the rooftop terrace at the Treehouse.

We hope to see you there!

Members are invited to socially-distanced drinks, canapes & informal discussion about KPIs & metrics for in-house teams.

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