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New Beginnings with the IEE Education-Industry Committee

Building on the impactful discussions at the Inclusive Employment Ecosystem (IEE) meeting hosted by Siemens Energy on January 16, 2025, the seeds of a new initiative were sown—the creation of the IEE Education-Industry Committee. This new endeavor, inspired by the meeting's vibrant conversations on bridging the gap between education and industry, is poised to forge stronger connections between educators, students, and companies to drive meaningful employment opportunities.

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Expanding Horizons: Our Second IEE Meeting in Saudi Arabia

This year, we expanded the IEE’s presence to Saudi Arabia. On January 13, 2025, AtkinsRéalis hosted our second IEE meeting in their Riyadh office, symbolizing the growing scope and influence of our mission. As one of our first members in the Kingdom, AtkinsRéalis together with Serco have played a key role in advancing the IEE’s vision.

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Bringing change for a sustainable future: the 2025 GSN conference Abu Dhabi

The Global Sustainability Network Abu Dhabi Conference, held on 14 January 2025 saw a collection of leaders, advocates and changemakers convening to discuss and strategise ideas and solutions for issues regarding vulnerability, exclusion and improper conditions, all working towards meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Goal 8. The aim of the day was to provide valuable insight and understanding in relation to reducing vulnerability and inculcating inclusion.

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