The GMW Summit

24th - 29th November 2024 | Doha, Qatar

Create Meaningful Connections

The GMW Summit in Doha is unlike any event so far. Designed for anyone looking to amplify their experience, learn from industry leaders in the Islamic economy and explore a wealth of learning and networking opportunities.

Our insightfully curated program held at Education City, the home of the Qatar Foundation, will include inspiring sessions from incredible storytellers, and practical learning from industry experts in our Stream sessions with plenty of time to network and make new meaningful connections as you explore Doha.

The GMW Summit will also host the Final 6 participants of the Continuum Spark Award, as we conclude our global search for the next big social impact idea, with $250,000 of investment to be decided!

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Memory Lane

Take a look back at the GMW Summit at Education City, Doha in November 2023

Education City

Doha

At the heart of the GMW Summit in Doha is the stunning backdrop of Education City. The flagship initiative of the Qatar Foundation, the 12 square kilometer campus is a pretty unique place. During just one short walk (or tram ride) around campus, you could visit an Ivy League university, browse one of the region’s largest and most impressive libraries, or attend an open mic at one of the neighboring universities.

It’s a place with branch campuses of some of the world’s leading educational institutes, a homegrown research university, start-up incubators, technology parks, heritage sites, cultural institutions, and so much more.

The GMW Summit sessions will take place in several venues across the campus including the stunning Qatar National Library, Al Multaqa with Jummah prayers at the beautiful Education City Mosque

2023 Speakers

  • Peter Sanders

    Award Winning Photographer

  • Lauren Booth

    Creator, Author & Journalist



  • Soraya Salam

    Journalist, Media Executive & Newsroom Leader, Al Jazeera English

  • Dr Khalid M. Al-Ali

    Executive Leader, Entrepreneur, Founder, Deep-tech Visionary

  • Satnam Matharu

    Global Director of Brand, Marketing & Communications, Al Jazeera Media Network

  • Haya Al-Ghanim

    RDI Program Director at Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Council

  • Dr Evren Tok

    Associate Dean of Community Engagement and Associate Professor at College of Public Policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

  • Dewi Sandra

    Wardah Brand Ambassador

  • Hisham Nourin

    Executive Director at The Qatar Foundation

  • Melanie Elturk

    Founder and CEO, Haute Hijab

  • Ashik Ahmed

    Co-Founder, Deputy



  • Saad Ansari

    Partner, Dash VC



  • Chris Blauvelt

    CEO & Co-Founder, LaunchGood



  • Mohammed Faris

    Founder, Productive Muslim



  • Peter Gould

    Founder, Gould Studio



  • Hana Hussain

    COO, Collective Continuum

  • Hilal Ibrahim

    CEO, Henna & Hijabs

  • Kareemgraphy

    Calligraphy Artist



  • Atia Lokhat

    CEO Founder, Zubeda Welcome

  • Riyaad Minty

    Digital Media Executive, Intrapreneur, TRT / Al Jazeera (founder AJ+)

  • Guzelya Marisova

    Wardah International Representative

  • Ayana Moon

    Wardah Beauty Brand Ambassador

  • Hannane Ramdani

    Founder, The Productive Sister

  • Putri Tanjung

    Wardah Brand Ambassador

  • Mohammad Wasim

    CEO, Arrakis Consulting

  • Nuown Zainal

    Co-founder Durioo+

GMW Partners

What Others Are Saying

  • " In a situation like this where we have people from so many different backgrounds and experiences, every conversation provides new insight and perspective as it comes from a completely different place and person"

    Nofil, Sydney

  • "GMW Bali was like a mini-MBA to me. Just being around like-hearted people gave me insight into everyone’s unique way of thinking and doing things to help connect the dots, find clarity, and feel empowered in my entrepreneurial journey!"

    Farihah, Kuala Lumpur

  • "GMW Bali was an incredible experience and I made so many connections to last a lifetime, can't wait for the next one!

    Mishal, Frankfurt

  • "It was an amazing experience to connect with people on a personal and spiritual level regardless of position, speakers or attendees, age or experience"

    Layyina, Jakarta

Register for Doha 2024

Event passes will go on-sale in August 2024

If you would like to join the GMW Doha, simply complete the form to register your interest for our early-bird special pricing