18 - 23 March 2012
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
International Participants Quotes
“The insight Dubai conference was an inspiration to all women around the world not only for us who participated but for the message we too home and for the people we forth became. As an ancient Indian saying says “woman is the home and home is the basis of society”. Unlocking my desire for peace would never have been enough sitting in an office going along my daily chores but making a difference was what I longed for”.
“Since Insight Dubai I don't think that I have changed my surroundings as such, but rather changed the way I interact with my surroundings”
“Dubai experience gave me so much motivation to do things differently and to move forward”
“Honestly, my view about women in Dubai has changed dramatically after Insight Dubai. Now, whenever we discuss UAE I can explain the real situation there ;) It was an amazing experience. Thank you so much!”
“Insight Dubai touched my life in a way that I cannot ever forget, the speakers were dynamite and inspiring, the participants were fantastic and became friends, and Dubai itself just the perfect venue”
“The conference did give me an insight , and as women am sure we were all honored especially for our role in leading a peaceful society .I believe compassion is more important than intellect , in calling forth the love that the work of peace needs and intuition can often be a far more powerful searchlight than cold reason , the whole human society can be united by compassion and tolerance as quoted - compassion recognizes human rights automatically it does not need a charter"
“One of the things that Insight Dubai teaches young women is self-awareness. I
learnt more about myself in learning about other people. To immerse yourself in Dubai culture for a week and to really have the chance to get to know the local girls is an invaluable experience for any young woman”
“After going through the experience of Insight, I have sought out a more cultural lifestyle. I prefer to meet and talk with new people from around the world now as opposed to staying within my 'safety zone' and keeping close to home”
“The experience of Insight Dubai has given me a deeper understanding and respect for Arabic people, their culture and land”
“The individuals around me did not know of a place in the Middle East called Dubai located in the United Arab Emirates. Because of my opportunity and positive experience in attending Insight Dubai these same people now inform me of newspaper articles they have read or special television programs they have seen on Dubai. They find themselves quite interested in a place they were not aware even existed"
