ABU DHABI: The International Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries began at Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena on Sunday, exploring issues around the Arabic language and its place in culture and media.
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“Her Narrative: Women Reimagining Arab Creativity” was a panel discussion that featured three trailblazing voices from the region — actor and producer Hend Sabry, filmmaker Tima Shomali, and Cinema Akil founder Butheina Kazim — who spoke on the evolving role of women in Arab cinema and television.
Sabry opened by noting that Arab women still face “the same challenges as before, but with more pressure,” especially when seeking financing or leadership roles. Yet she acknowledged clear progress, adding: “In the last 10 to 15 years, we’ve reached a decent place.”
She emphasized that women must continue to push for control of their narratives, whether as writers, producers, or directors, and urged more investment in female-driven projects.
