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Shrouk El-Attar is an award-winning engineer, activist and performer whose voice, work and story are shaping conversations around diversity, inclusion and innovation across the UK and beyond.
Recognised by the BBC as one of the 100 Most Influential Women in the World, and honoured by the United Nations as Young Woman of the Year, Shrouk brings a unique and powerful perspective to any stage she steps onto.
A proud Queer Arab and former refugee, Shrouk’s journey from being denied access to university in the UK to leading engineering consultancy projects and working with global organisations such as NASA, Intel and Fujitsu, is a testament to her resilience and brilliance. Today, she is the Founder and Lead Electronics Engineering Consultant at her own firm and serves as a Technical Fellow at Zinc VC.
Shrouk’s talks are as inspiring as they are informative. Drawing on her rich experience in engineering, activism and the arts, she tackles subjects such as LGBT+ rights, diversity in STEM, inclusive leadership, and the refugee experience with authenticity and impact. Whether speaking at the Houses of Parliament, delivering a TEDx talk, or sharing a stage with the likes of Malala Yousafzai and Nicola Sturgeon, Shrouk leaves audiences energised and empowered to drive meaningful change.
Beyond engineering, Shrouk is known for her bold and powerful performances as a belly dancer and drag persona – a creative and political act of protest that challenges prejudice and sparks dialogue. She is also the founder of the Shrouk El-Attar Trust, which supports LGBT+ communities in Egypt.
Combining technical expertise, lived experience and a deep passion for justice, Shrouk brings a fresh and vital voice to the world of public speaking. If you’re looking for a speaker who can ignite conversation, inspire transformation and champion the power of diversity, look no further.
In this empowering keynote, Shrouk El-Attar shares her journey of breaking barriers as a Queer Arab woman in engineering, offering practical insights and real-world encouragement for thriving in male-dominated industries. Audiences will leave inspired to challenge norms, drive innovation, and become the role models they once searched for.
With honesty, humour and courage, Shrouk El-Attar opens up about her experiences as a refugee and proud member of the LGBT+ community. This keynote explores themes of identity, resilience and activism, encouraging audiences to foster inclusion, challenge prejudice and embrace the power of personal stories to create change.
Transform Engineering with LGBTQ+ Insights: Shrouk El-Attar’s keynotes unravel challenges, fostering inclusivity and innovation. Unlock tools to create diverse, empowered teams and navigate shifting industry landscapes. Empower your organization with Shrouk’s expertise, addressing LGBTQ+ concerns while driving engineering excellence forward.
Audience takeaways:
Foster inclusivity and diversity in Engineering
Gain insights to empower LGBTQ+ team members
Navigate industry shifts with innovative strategies
… the most jaw-dropping and inspirational hour… that will stay with me for a long time
An extremely moving and eye-opening session, certainly one that I won’t forget.
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