ACM Celebration of Women in Computing: WiCoDE26
Dates: February 16–17, 2026
Venue: BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus
Organized by: Dubai ACM-W Professional Chapter
About
ACM WiCoDE26 (Women in Computing, Dubai buddies Edition 2026) is the official ACM Celebration of Women in Computing organized by the Dubai ACM-W Professional Chapter. The celebration aims to bring together students, researchers, educators, and industry professionals to highlight the contributions of women in computing and to foster an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative computing community across the UAE.
The two-day event will feature keynote talks, technical panels, workshops, student showcases, and networking sessions, encouraging knowledge exchange, mentorship, and professional growth among participants from multiple institutions.
Objectives
- Promote participation and leadership of women in computing and technology
- Provide a platform for knowledge sharing across academia and industry
- Encourage networking and mentorship among students and professionals
- Showcase emerging research, innovations, and career pathways in computing
Who Should Attend
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students in computing disciplines
- Researchers and faculty members
- Industry professionals and practitioners
- ACM and ACM-W members
- Early-career technologists and aspiring leaders
Program Highlights
- Keynote talks by distinguished women leaders in computing
- Panel discussions on emerging technologies, leadership, and careers
- Hands-on workshops and interactive sessions
- Student poster and project showcases
- Networking and community-building activities
Participation
Participation is open to students and professionals from universities and institutions across the UAE. Further details on registration, speakers, and the detailed program schedule will be announced soon on the Dubai ACM Chapter website (link below).