MIR were pleased to have supported International Women’s Day 2022. We were joined by a panel of talented and inspiring Muslim women working in rail, who contribute greatly to the industry.
The panel speakers provided opportunities for thought provoking discussions, engaging with the audience, and sharing their experiences of how they #breakthebias, followed by a speed networking exercise.
The event was well attended from allies working at Network Rail, Transport for London , Colas Rail UK and MTR Elizabeth line
With special thanks to panel guests Leena Begum (Atkins), Aliaa Hajjeah (Skanska) and Fatima Baig (Network Rail). And a big thank you to our event partner Yunus Emre Institute in London for hosting and providing delicious catering.


