Najat Mokhtar-Aguenaou, the Moroccan researcher, was awarded for her exceptional scientific journey and her commitment to the promotion of the science and the empowerment of women in the Arab world.
It is the first woman to occupy the position of deputy director general and head of the Department of Sciences and Nuclear Applications at the International Atomic Energy Agency since January 1, 2019.
She managed to sign a beautiful Moroccan success story in the mysteries of UN institutions. This native of Taounate managed, thanks to his strong will, to build a scientific and academic career which propelled her towards high -ranking international functions. Beginning his academic career at Mohammed V University in Rabat, Najat will then go to France to win a doctorate in food science at the University of Dijon, before obtaining a doctorate in nutrition and endocrinology at the University of Laval in Canada, and to follow postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University, in the United States.
-The award ceremony was held this evening, May 1, 2025, at the hotel The Carlton Tower Jumeirah in London, during a prestigious ceremony which started at 6.30 p.m. (local time) and which included a networking, a gala dinner and the official ceremony.
Organized by the London Arabia Organization, the Arab Women of the Year Awards highlights the exceptional achievements of Arab women each year in fields as varied as business, culture, science or even humanitarian action. The event attracts influential personalities from the United Kingdom and the Arab world, including members of royal families, diplomats and economic leaders.
The day before, on April 30, 2025, the Arab Women’s Summit 2025 was held in Lancaster House, an emblematic royal palace located in London, near Buckingham Palace. The summit brought together global leaders, political decision -makers and influential figures to discuss major challenges affecting Arab women, share inspiring experiences and explore ways to strengthen their role in various sectors.
