The Investing in the Future Conference took place on October 19 with the likes of Malala Yousafzai and discussing how to "incorporate women and young girls into decision-making through economic empowerment, paying attention to their specific needs in education, skills-training and employment."
The important world figures had some poignant things to say during the UN Women's event in Sharjah, UAE. Here's a round-up of what not to miss from Day 1.