The Brunei Intellectual Property Office (BruIPO) and Darussalam Enterprise (DARe) in collaboration with the Law Society of Brunei Darussalam organised a one-day workshop with the theme “Women InnovateHer Workshop on the 14th February 2023 which was held at the Main Auditorium, Design & Technology Building in Anggerek Desa. The aim of the workshop was to explore the different types of intellectual property and emphasize its relevance to creators, innovators, entrepreneurs as well as the importance of utilizing IP, particularly for women business owners in Brunei Darussalam. It also demonstrated the collaborative efforts between the IP Office and the Law Society of Brunei Darussalam to ensure that the Participants receive a holistic understanding of the legal intricacies surrounding intellectual property. The Guest of Honor at the event was Yang Mulia Hajah Zuraini binti Hj Sharbawi, Solicitor General of the Attorney General’s Chambers who also delivered the opening remark.
The workshop featured presentation from the Officers of the BruIPO representing various units such as Patent, Trademark and Industrial Design Registries, as well as Copyright and Enforcement units. Their collective knowledge and in-depth understanding ensured a comprehensive learning experience covering the key aspects of intellectual property in Brunei Darussalam. Also presenting was the President and members of the Law Society who represented the IP Agents who shared the valuable insights on IP services and essentially their role in the IP ecosystem. More than 50 participants comprising of women entrepreneurs, researchers and students from various association, higher learning institutions, government and private sector attended the workshop.
