Cartier “WA Dialogue” is being held at the Women’s Pavilion, where leaders from various fields from around the world gather to engage in lively discussions.

【Cartier】 “WA Dialogue” held at the Women’s Pavilion, leaders from various fields from around the world gather and engage in lively discussions ​ Cartier Press Release: June 16, 2025 Attention Media “WA Dialogue” held at the Women’s Pavilion, leaders from various fields from around the world gather to engage in lively discussions WEEK 1 : June 9th – June 15th
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-d40a794d918130611375b293053a1c70-3504×2336.jpg For two weeks from June 9th to 22nd, the “WA Dialogue” event, organized by Cartier International, will be held in the “WA” space on the second floor of the Women’s Pavilion. Under the theme of “SHAPING THE WORLD TOGETHER,” each session will present innovative ideas and actionable solutions to promote gender equality and sustainability. The aim of the WA Dialogue is for each participant to reflect on what they can do to create positive change in society, and to extend that mission beyond the space of the Women’s Pavilion. During the first week, from the 9th to the 15th, 13 diverse sessions were held, featuring Naoko Yamazaki (astronaut), Mariko Bando (President of Showa Women’s University), Tetsuya Kumakawa (classical ballet dancer), Hidetoshi Nakata (founder of the HEROs project), and others, captivating visitors. June 9: “Rebalancing the Power: Promoting Women’s Leadership” Professional boxer, human rights activist and UNICEF UK Ambassador Ramla Ali shared her own experiences and realizations about what is needed for women to take on more leadership roles and achieve success. Looking back on her life, she explained specific ways to remove barriers for women to become leaders, and emphasized the importance of education, mentorship and access in building steady steps to leadership. Also appearing in this session were writer Choi Shil and social entrepreneur Shanni Tanda, who are participating in the exhibition “YOUR HAND” in the Women’s Pavilion. They talked about how they faced and overcame the conflicts they each faced.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-5d4face45da9f77c690cfa17ed0ca182-3504×2336.jpg (C) SINA ENGIN June 10: “Toward a New Horizon: Thinking about the Future of Earth from Space Exploration” Astronaut Naoko Yamazaki appeared and spoke about our responsibility on Earth, which is becoming more and more apparent as humanity accelerates its advance into space. While space exploration advances scientific progress, it also reveals how fragile the Earth is. In this session, she spoke about what we can learn from space in addressing today’s big challenges, such as climate change and building collaborative relationships for the future, and about her hopes and challenges for the future.
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Furthermore, what economic and social benefits will come from more women working and taking on leadership roles? In this session, we delved into the changing roles of men and women in modern society and the bright future.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-4299e10dcfef16453bf8f1eb399ac6e7-2978×1981.jpg (C) Cartier June 12: “Unlocking Social Good: Cultivating Impact-Driven Businesses That Benefit Everyone” Cartier founded the Cartier Women’s Initiative (CWI) in 2006 with the aim of bringing about change in the world by supporting female impact entrepreneurs. In this session, CWI Fellows (award recipients) entrepreneurs Namita Banka, Christine Kagetsu, and Mariam Torossian spoke about the conditions for social and environmental impact companies to thrive and the untapped opportunities companies need to truly make a difference.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-be05cd9a758fde054a514a594a4274d3-3024×2012.jpg (C) Cartier June 12: “Be Bold: When Art Shapes the Future” Mariko Mori, a leading artist in the global art world, and the Hong Kong Palace Museum This valuable session was hosted by Daisy Yiyou Wang, Deputy Director and curator of collections and programs. In a world of uncertainty, artists and curators are not just interpreters of culture, but also forward-thinking and shaping new possibilities. Through this lively dialogue, the session explored how
technology-enabled creativity can help us confront a changing world, connect with others, and imagine new futures. The conversation also explored how artists are grappling with tradition and innovation, and how women in the arts are redefining what it means to be a leader and create change.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-09a92b020b7a42bc6b8772a9156ba892-3504×2336.jpg June 14: “Athletes Challenging Social Change” Held in collaboration with HEROs Sportsmanship for the future, this session highlighted how athletes are using their influence, visibility and commitment to drive social impact, promote gender equality and uplift their communities. Nakata Hidetoshi, founder of the HEROs Project, along with Sasakawa Junpei, executive director of the Nippon Foundation and a driving force behind the expansion of HEROs, and Ito Hanae, representative director of Don’t Stop Sports General Incorporated Association and former Olympic swimmer, who received a HEROs Award as the leader of the 1252 Project, which tackles the “menstruation x sports” challenges faced by female athletes, delved into how charities can expand their work with athletes and maximize their social impact and influence.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-b91c2aeb7e8a4374fa39a18607b0c25d-3504×2336.jpg June 15: “Hidden Poverty: Single Mothers in Economic Distress” Moderated by Professor Miyata Hiroaki of Keio University and Signature Pavilion Producer of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, he, along with Professor Yamaguchi Shintaro of the University of Tokyo and Professor Abe Aya of Tokyo Metropolitan University, engaged in a lively discussion about what society can do to address the issue of “poverty” faced by single mothers in Japan.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/16275/260/16275-260-c2d31a241df14581509135acd99b4bcb-3416×2277.jpg (C) SINA ENGIN The second week, from June 16th to 22nd, will continue with sessions by speakers active in various fields, including Gabriela Hearst, Shelly, Naomi Kawase, Yuko Nagayama, and Mami Kataoka. These sessions will be streamed on Cartier’s official YouTube channel from next month onwards. https://www.youtube.com/cartier The mission of the Women’s Pavilion is to create a legacy for future generations and to unravel the wisdom of humanity by drawing inspiration from communities around the world. When you enter the pavilion, you will find someone’s life story, a global challenge, and hope for the future we all want together. The WA Space will serve as a confluence of ideas and an agora (Greek for “a place where people come together”) to discuss pressing global issues through talks, panels and lectures. Over 150 sessions will be held in the WA Space over the course of the six months of the Expo. It embodies the Women’s Pavilion’s commitment to empowering individuals to build a brighter and more just future. The sessions in the “WA” space are open to all visitors who have made a reservation. Reservations can be made on the Women’s Pavilion website (https://register.cartier.com/ja/wa-2025). #WomensPavilion #Expo2025 #CartierWaDialogues #Cartier Contact: Cartier Customer Service Center 0120 1847 00 About the Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier This pavilion, which will be exhibited at the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo together with the Cabinet Office, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, and the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, is based on the concept of “Living together, towards a bright future together.” It aims to create an opportunity to create a world where all people can truly live equally, respect each other, walk together, and demonstrate their respective capabilities, and calls on visitors to aspire to a fair and sustainable future through the experiences and perspectives of women. https://womenspavilion.cartier.com/ja/ About Cartier As one of the world’s leading luxury houses, Cartier has always been open-minded and curious, and has continued to discover beauty in everything through its original creations. From jewelry, fine jewelry, and watchmaking to fragrances, leather goods, and accessories, Cartier’s diverse creations combine exceptional craftsmanship with a timeless signature. Cartier, a member of the Richemont Group, operates flagship stores, boutiques, authorized dealers, and online boutiques both domestically and internationally. https://www.cartier.jp/ About the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo will be the world’s largest exposition and will celebrate the brilliance and achievements of humanity under the theme of “Designing a Future Society for Life.” This unique event will take place over 184 days from April 13 to October 13, 2025, and is expected to attract 28.2 million visitors. https://www.expo2025.or.jp/ *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.