Redefine Possible | International Women's Day Amman 2025

Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and so is the role of women in shaping its future. International Women’s Day Amman 2025 is more than just a celebration—it’s a bold declaration that challenges the boundaries of what technology can achieve and reimagines who drives innovation forward.
Under the theme "Redefine Possible," we’re bringing together visionary leaders, trailblazing technologists, and change-makers to explore how we can break barriers, push limits, and create a more inclusive digital future.

About the theme: Redefine Possible

🚀 Breaking old rules about what's possible in technology and creating new paths forward

💪 Putting women in the driver's seat of technology's future, not just along for the ride

🌟 Bringing different viewpoints together to create better technology for everyone

⚡ Turning big ideas into real change, one step at a time

🎯 Building technology that helps everyone and thinks about tomorrow, not just today

🌐 Taking control of technology's future instead of waiting for others to shape it

Details
Date: Saturday, April 26th 2025

Time: 01:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Venue:  Zain Innovation Campus KHBP, Amman, Jordan.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/P5Qoac7WaoxLXVBX7

Parking information: KHBP outdoor parking space are available and free.

Venue Access: Use the Gate 2 for entrance to KHBP and arrive at Zain Innovation Campus.

Accessibility: Our event is well-prepared to host people with physical disabilities, contact us for assistance.

Registration Policy

RSVP Required: Registration via the official event platform is mandatory. Attendance is free.

Check-in & Capacity: Check-in is available all time. Entry is first-come, first-served for registered attendees, subject to ZINC venue capacity limit.

Code of Conduct: Adherence to the GDG Code of Conduct is required by all attendees.

Photography/Media: Event photography/videography may occur. Attendance implies consent for potential inclusion in official GDG Amman and partnering media.

Cancellation: If unable to attend, please cancel your registration promptly via the platform, as spaces are limited.

Age Requirement: Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult guardian.

Right of Refusal: GDG Amman Organizers and ZINC personnel reserve the right to decline entry or remove individuals for policy/Code of Conduct violations or safety concerns.

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Agenda

1:00 PM: Check in

Doors open! Excitement starts! 🌟

1:20 PM: Welcoming and Keynote - Layan Sweilem

Join our organizer Layan Sweilem, as she introduces Redefine Possible theme and GDG Amman's bold ambition to empower women-in-tech!

1:30 PM: Mental, Physical, and Emotional Wellbeing for Women IT Professionals - Farah Hourani

In the fast-paced world of IT, women professionals often carry not only technical challenges but also the weight of balancing mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.
Through this session, we will explore how nurturing ourselves holistically can empower better performance, resilience, and personal fulfillment.
Together, we’ll discuss and highlight the importance of building healthy routines that support our success both at work and beyond.

1:30 PM: Web Performance: Metrics, Optimizations, And Mindful Choices - Sohaib Alqasem

This session explores essential web performance metrics, smart optimization techniques, and the real-world trade-offs developers face when balancing design, interactivity, and speed. Attendees will learn how to make mindful technical choices that lead to faster, more user-friendly web applications.

2:00 PM: Project Managers vs. the Rise of AI: Adapt or Fall Behind - Hala Al-Qudah

In a world where AI is evolving at breakneck speed, project managers are at a crossroads: adapt to the rise of intelligent tools or risk being left behind. This session explores how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping the role of the project manager—from automating tasks and enhancing decision-making to redefining leadership and communication in tech-driven teams. We'll dive into real-world examples, practical tools, and strategies that help project managers stay ahead of the curve, embrace change, and lead with impact in the age of AI

2:30 PM: Navigating through an Internship - Salma Al-Muhtaseb

Salma will talk about her experience as an intern and navigating through internship, her experience with CNES and how to land similar opportunities.

3:00 PM: Break

Take a moment to relax, refuel, and network with fellow developers. Enjoy breeze, Bites, and chats at ZINC Garden.

3:30 PM: Secrets of Personal Branding for Career Growth - Jude Al Saleh

Your personal brand is more than just a job title, it’s how people remember, trust, and choose you. In this session, we’ll uncover how to build a strong personal brand that reflects your value, boosts your visibility, and opens new doors in your career. From LinkedIn tips to storytelling strategies, you’ll leave with practical tools to grow with confidence.

3:30 PM: Why Internet of Things - Sandra Shawish

A talk to introduce the concept of IoT and where to find it and why is it important.

4:30 PM: Building the Arab World’s Digital Shelf: Behind the Scenes at Amazon - Zeina Ammourah

In this session, Zeina will briefly share her journey to joining Amazon, detailing her progression from an internship to a full-time role. She will discuss the areas she has worked on, emphasizing the impact of her team's work on customers and outlining the specific challenges faced within the MENA region.

5:00 PM: Vector Databases: Powering the Future of AI Search - Taya Jarrar

Unlock the fundamentals of vector databases and how they drive modern AI applications. This session will guide you through how they store and retrieve high-dimensional data, power semantic search, and enable smarter, faster results. Perfect for anyone ready to learn the core technology shaping the next generation of intelligent systems.

5:30 PM: Closing

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Speakers

Farah Hourani - Sitech (HC Manager)

A certified CIPD PHRI and SPHRI professional, holding a Master's degree in International Human Resources Management from Kingston University, London. With a strong people-oriented approach and a passion for HR, i believe in the positive impact that HR professionals can leave on individuals and teams.

Outside of my HR career, i am a group exercise instructor, teaching Bodypump an…

Jude Al Saleh - Jeel Media (Personal Branding Strategist)

Jude Al Saleh is a leading personal branding strategist and digital content expert. Recognized as one of the Top 5 Most Influential People on LinkedIn in Jordan, she specializes in helping experts, consultants, and coaches transform their experience into digital authority and income. She has led strategic branding initiatives, delivered 30+ workshops, and empowered over 1000 professio…

Hala Al-Qudah - Eastnets (Cloud Projects Manager)

Hala Al-Qudah is a Project Manager at Eastnets, leading SWIFT and financial messaging projects across the MENA region. She specializes in cloud-based implementations, regional compliance initiatives, and digital transformation for financial institutions. Hala is passionate about enabling secure and scalable solutions, and plays a key role in aligning customers with global financial st…

Taya Jarrar - ProgressSoft (Software Development Engineer)

Taya Jarrar is a passionate technology enthusiast working at ProgressSoft Company. With a strong dedication to innovation and problem-solving, she enjoys exploring new advancements in the tech world. Committed and driven, Taya thrives in dynamic environments where she can learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful projects.

Sohaib Alqasem - Beyond Limits (Software Engineer)

Sohaib Alqasem, a Software Engineer with experience across backend and frontend technologies.

Sandra Shawish - Princess Sumaya University for Technology (Communications Engineering Student)

4th year Communications engineering and IoT student, founder and president of the IoT Club at psut and the co-founder of IEEE IoT Jo organizational unit

Zeina Ammourah - Amazon (Software Development Engineer)

Zeina Ammourah, a Software Development Engineer at Amazon, where I work on building scalable systems for catalog data. After having an awesome internship at Amazon, I returned full-time after my graduation. I'm a Software Engineering graduate from PSUT, where I was an active member of the ACM chapter—serving on the committee and competing in programming competitions, including reaching the Ara…

Salma Al-Muhtaseb

An Information Sciences student passionate about space, electronics, and emerging technologies.Interned at SalmaAI and CNES, gaining hands-on experience in software, embedded systems, and PCB design. driven by curiosity and innovation, especially in the field of space technology.

Liyan Swilem - GDG Amman (Organizer)

Hosted By

Hiba Metani, UXC NN/g Certified | GDG Amman Founder

UXC NN/g Certified | UX Research Manager | ResearchOps Specialist | GDG Amman Lead | Women Techmaker Ambassador

Ahmad Alsharif, GDG Co-Lead & Google Cloud Authorized Trainer

Ahmad Alsharif is a Cloud SRE Consultant at Eastnets and a Google Cloud Authorized Trainer. He specializes in Cloud Migrations, Kubernetes, and Serverless, driving the implementation and management of cloud environments for complex, highly regulated financial workloads. Ahmad advocates efficiency and the adoption of Google's Site Reliability culture. He also leads the Google Developer Group Amman, actively raising awareness of cloud and AI technologies.

Majd Jama'ah, Cloud GDE & GDG Organizer

Majd Jamaah is a DevOps Manager at Beyond Limits and a Google Developer Expert for Cloud. His area of expertise is Application Modernization with Cloud Computing. In addition to his expertise, he serves as a Program Mentor for Google for Startups Accelerator as well as an organizer for Google for Developers Amman.

Feryal Yaghmour, Business Development Associate

Taya Hazem Jarrar, Software Developer

Taya Jarrar is a passionate technology enthusiast working at ProgressSoft Company. With a strong dedication to innovation and problem-solving, she enjoys exploring new advancements in the tech world. Committed and driven, Taya thrives in dynamic environments where she can learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful projects.

Yazan Sharawi, Software Engineer

Layan Swailem, GDG Organizer

Ban Buz, Media Manager

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Partner

Zain Innovation Campus (https://zinc.jo/en/Home/Login)
Zain Innovation Campus is considered a landmark in the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Jordan, Zain Innovation Campus (ZINC) left a mark on every entrepreneur who visited it and contributed in turning an innovative idea into a sustainable project that benefits the local community, whereas ZINC played a major role in supporting youth, as it became a first choice to be selected by startups in the kingdom, and the destination for entrepreneurial ideas, and the house that hold various events.

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