Dubai Humanitarian Wins Gold at MENA Stevie Awards for Innovation in Technology
Dubai Humanitarian has earned the prestigious Gold Stevie® Award for Innovation in Technology in the Non-Profit category at the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards. This honor acknowledges the organization's groundbreaking development of the Humanitarian Logistics Databank, a digital platform that is revolutionizing global aid coordination and delivery.
The Humanitarian Logistics Databank, a first-of-its-kind platform, provides real-time visibility of life-saving aid stockpiles across major humanitarian hubs, with initial operations in Dubai, Italy, and Panama. The platform, in collaboration with local customs authorities, streamlines aid logistics by enabling response teams to swiftly locate and mobilize critical supplies during emergencies.
Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian, expressed his gratitude for the recognition:
'We are honored to receive this prestigious award, marking our second Stevie Award for the Humanitarian Logistics Databank. When we launched this platform in 2017, our vision was to improve the way aid is prepositioned, managed, and deployed, ensuring a faster, more coordinated response to global crises. Humanitarian aid can often mean the difference between life and death, and as a proactive member of the humanitarian community, we are committed to evolving continually to address the urgent needs of those we serve.'
The Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards celebrate innovation and excellence across various sectors, acknowledging organizations that drive significant change through transformative initiatives. Dubai Humanitarian's achievement underscores the increasing role of digital technology in the humanitarian sector, setting a new standard for global collaboration and operational efficiency.
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