Be your own role model - a female rocket scientist, pioneer and science influencer explains

Explore the journey of a pioneering female aerospace engineer who became the first woman in her field within the Gulf Cooperation Council and founded her own rocket startup. Learn from Mishaal Ashemimry, head of the Centre for Space Futures, as she discusses the challenges and opportunities for women in the aerospace sector, which research indicates is positioned for trillion-dollar growth. Discover the strategies and mindsets she employed to overcome barriers in a male-dominated industry, particularly in a region that lacked a formal space agency for much of her career. Gain insights into what currently limits women's participation in aerospace, the positive changes occurring in the sector, and practical tactics for getting ideas heard and creating opportunities in challenging environments. Understand how space policies can be improved to unlock the next phase of the space economy, and learn from real-world experience about building a career as both an engineer and science influencer in the rapidly evolving space industry.