Nazreen Fazal

Writer. Poet. Dreamer.

[Badr Albusaidi - بدر البوسعيدي @badralbusaidi]

It is easy for certain governments to stand by and condemn Iranian actions. But that solves nothing. Nor does the familiar policy of defending Israel come what may. Instead we have to address the real cause of the present crisis. That means facing the undeniable reality that it is only by ending Israel's illegal occupation of Palestine that we can hope to restore peace to the region. Anyone who believes we can achieve peace by other means – by containing Iran, by eliminating Hamas, by defeating Hezbollah, or by steadfast political, military and financial support for Israel – is either deluded, naive or deliberately trying to avoid the truth.  

The truth in this situation is hard to bear. For too long many western governments have postponed reckoning with this reality and failed to guarantee the Palestinian people the security and stability that only statehood can provide. The rights and lives of Palestinian people under occupation have been progressively eroded by the expansion of illegal settlements and the imposition of an apartheid regime. Supporters of Israel speak in the name of international law while they repeatedly prevent its implementation in the case of Palestine. This must change now.  Respect for international law must be genuine not by words but by taking action. Israel must be required to suspend its military operations in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon. This should by followed by collective international action to end Israel's illegal occupation of Palestine. A fully sovereign Palestinian state must be established, backed not just by the letter of the law but by all the institutional and organisational resources of the international community.

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

The adoption of the #PactForTheFuture is history in the making. Let this be a story of hope—a reminder that even in our darkest hours, we can unite to discover the light. And if that light is out of reach, we will create it together.
At @DCOrg, we welcome this vision for the future. We are committed to co-designing a world where #DigitalProsperity4All is not just a dream, but a reality. Together, we will ensure that every nation, every business, and every individual can thrive in an inclusive and sustainable digital economy. This is our commitment to #OurCommonFuture.
@UN

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

An incredible honor to address the @UN General Assembly at the Summit of the Future, under the exceptional leadership of H.E. Antonio Guterres.

This is monumental. What began as a seed of an idea, whispers of a vision for a world with #DigitalProsperity4All, has blossomed into reality. It is my privilege to represent the aspirations, efforts, and achievements of our 16 Member States, 800 million people, and dedicated observers on this platform.

As we stand at the brink of a transformative era following the historic adoption of the Pact for the Future and the #GlobalDigitalCompact (GDC), we must remember our true test lies in our collective ability to bring its principles to life.

@DCOrg is not here just to make history; our eyes are fixed on designing a future where every nation, every community, and every individual can thrive in an equitable and prosperous digital world.

And we are just getting started.

@antonioguterres
#SummitOfTheFuture #OurCommonFuture #GlobalGoals #UNGA79

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

In my latest piece for @Reuters, I explore how 'digital inclusion' and 'digital divide' are not just abstract concepts - they are very real, with real world impact on billions around the world. It shows up as schools without computers, businesses with no access to digital marketplaces, entrepreneurs without digital tools to thrive. Everyone deserves the chance to thrive in our digital age.

As we approach the @UN General Assembly, with the promise of a #GlobalDigitalCompact on the horizon, I call on all leaders to unite in creating an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable digital economy.

At #UNGA79, the @DCOrg will be actively supporting global efforts to foster digital cooperation. As I highlight in my article: Closing the digital divide isn’t just a moral imperative; it’s a generational opportunity to unlock economic potential, drive innovation, and improve lives. The digital economy's benefits should reach everyone, but that requires a unified commitment to making this vision a reality.

Let’s turn this opportunity into action. Let's enable #DigitalProsperity4All.

https://t.co/aQ63JiHhB8

[أحمد الصويان - Ahmed Alsuwaiyan @ahmedalsuwaiyan]

Witnessing the launch of the GenAI Center of Excellence, a transformative leap for DCO Member States. This initiative, announced today at the 3rd GAIN Summit, will not only push the boundaries of AI but also transform our role in the global AI landscape.

🌍🇸🇦

#DigitalProsperity4All #GainSummit

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

History in the making! Honored to announce the launch of @DCOrg's GenAI Center of Excellence at the @globalaisummit in Riyadh today. The GenAI CoE, with our Member State Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦 as Champion will position DCO Member States as global leaders in GenAI innovation and development. This milestone is a collective win on our mission to achieve #DigitalProsperity4All.
AI is for all. Join us in ensuring it uplifts rather than divides. Because now, more than ever, we need bridges, not walls.

#GAIN2024 #GenAI #GainSummit #Riyadh

[Digital Cooperation Organization @dcorg]

Get ready for a game-changer! Today, at the 3rd GAIN Summit in Riyadh, Secretary-General Deemah AlYahya is set to unveil a groundbreaking project that will transform the future of AI innovation worldwide.

Don’t miss out – tune in for the big reveal from 1:05 to 1:10 pm!

Watch live here - https://t.co/KSMNclVgZm

@Dalyahya
@McitGovSa
@globalaisummit

#DigitalProsperity4All
#GainSummit
#GenAI
#AI

[صحيفة الشرق الأوسط @aawsat_News]

الأمين العام لمنظمة «التعاون الرقمي» ديمة اليحيى لـ«الشرق الأوسط»: المعلومات المضللة تهدد 4 مليارات نسمة أي نصف سكان الأرض ينتخبون هذا العام
الحوار كاملا:
https://t.co/EdjxiTfyQp
#صحيفة_الشرق_الأوسط
#صحيفة_العرب_الأولى
#شاهد_الشرق_الأوسط
#خاص_الشرق_الأوسط

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

As I looked across the room during our 3rd @DCOrg Townhall retreat I was taken back to our early days when we were building a team and an organization from scratch in parallel.

It has taken blood and sweat and tears, but it has been worth it as it has brought us here, 80 enablers strong organization serving 16 Member States and over 800 million people, paving the way towards #DigitalProsperity4All.

It was an honor to have @GCCSG HE @jasemalbudaiwi with us to further inspire super team DCO with his invaluable insights and wisdom. Heartfelt gratitude also to Chairman of DCO Council, HE @ahmadalhanandeh for his inspiring words of encouragement for the team.

As we move forward, we are committed to being more agile, open to change, and ready to embrace new ideas and innovative ways of co-creating impact together as #1DCO.

[Digital Cooperation Organization @dcorg]

We were proud to come together as #1DCO in our town hall meeting to reflect on the past six months, celebrate our achievements, and align on our future direction working towards the achievement of the DCO Strategic Roadmap for 2030.

We were honored to host our guest speaker, H.E. Jasem AlBudaiwi, Secretary General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, and be inspired by the wise words of the DCO Chairperson, H.E. Ahmed Hanandeh, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Driven by the inspirational words of our leaders and the unified team spirit of our DCOers, we look forward to continuously embody our values of impact, inclusivity, and ambition as we strive to enable #DigitalProsperity4All

@jasemalbudaiwi @GCCSG @ahmadalhanandeh

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

A truly unforgettable experience at #GCCatHarvard! Made even more memorable by the passion and vision of the students in front of us - the bright young minds shaping our future. Glad we could delve into the ever-increasing need for multistakeholder cooperation to drive inclusive and sustainable growth of GCC's digital economy, especially highlighting the role of #TechDiplomacy.
Appreciation to @TheDiwanHU for organizing such an impactful event, driving important conversations and inspiring change. As the world faces mounting challenges, these open conversations are the need of the hour.
So proud of the students and volunteers who made this happen, their passion is truly contagious!
#GCC #Harvard

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

It was a pleasure to deliver a virtual address at the Annual MENA Conference of the London Business School, on the economic progress and developments in the region.
🔹With over $120 billion committed to infrastructure projects scheduled for completion by 2030, the MENA region is poised for significant modernization and growth.
🔹The technology sector alone saw an increase of over 60% in venture capital funding in the last year, with more than 200 tech startups receiving significant investment.
🔹 Over 90% of the population now have access to mobile internet services. This empowers entrepreneurs to reach wider audiences, optimize operations, and innovate at a rapid pace.

@dcorg is committed to supporting our Member States in the MENA region to leverage digital transformation to advance a sustainable and inclusive digital economy with #DigitalProsperity4All.

#LBSMENA2024 #LondonBusinessSchool @LBSMENA @LBSMEC @LBS

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

An oft overlooked factor while discussion AI and education is the fact that it isn't just about introducing AI tools to young children, it is also about ensuring we build up their analytical skills so they can leverage it the right way. As AI redefines education as we know it, let's be conscious about parallelly focusing on complimentary skills that will prepare our youth for the AI driven future.
#AI #AIEducation

[وزارة الاقتصاد والتخطيط @MEPSaudi]

Deemah Al Yahya, Secretary-General, Digital Cooperation Organization describes how @dcorg, based in Saudi Arabia, is connecting countries to share best practices and experiences to help drive inclusive digitalization globally. #SpecialMeeting24

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

Women’s participation in high-skilled occupations stands at 40% globally but their involvement in ICT fields is lacking. Let’s encourage more women to enter (and stay) in ICT by guiding mentoring, and supporting them from when they are little girls. 👧
Glad that as a #womaninICT and as a #womanleader of an org championing inclusion of women in the digital world, I could share with these bright and curious girls an opportunity to ‘see what they can be’.
Let's model and represent women’s leadership in ICT so our girls today can be powerful women leaders in ICT tomorrow.
#GirlsinICTday

[Amb. Maria Håkansson @SweAmbKSA]

On #IWD2024 panel with these top leaders sharing perspectives and experiences on inclusion - Nahid Hussein, Deemah Al Yahya and Hajar El Haddaoui. Recognise #diversity and #InvestInWomen to accelerate progress. 🙏🙏 @UN_SaudiArabia and @dcorg for hosting!

[Nazreen Fazal @NazreenFazal]

When you are accepted as you are, no conditions apply, magic happens!

[Deemah AlYahya @Dalyahya]

To the Women of the Digital Cooperation Organization:
You are the architects of millions of dreams. Your contributions spark innovation and change. Your courage dismantles barriers. Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate you. Tomorrow, we continue the journey together— toward a world where every woman’s light shines brightly, every day.
@dcorg #InternationalWomensDay #InternationalWomensDay2024 #IWD #IWD2024

[Nazreen Fazal @NazreenFazal]

Things my child would rather eat than the painstakingly prepared, nutritionally balance meal in front of her
Clumps of hair
Cat fur
Hijab pins
Bottle caps
Scented candles
Sticks
More hair
Leftovers from the dustbin of food she won't eat off a plate
Literally anything else

[Nazreen Fazal @NazreenFazal]

@apmcdonnell @BreneBrown I am reading dare to lead right now and love it!

[Nazreen Fazal @NazreenFazal]

@sagarikaghose you could have stuffed in some more south indian stereotypes.
Honestly,I love your work Sagarika but this made me cringe.