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Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
RACA highlights Qatar's charitable initiatives at Gulf Non-Profit Forum
QNA Riyadh The Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities (RACA) participated in a specialised seminar held as part of the Gulf Non-Profit Sector Forum, aimed at strengthening collaboration with the government and private sectors. The forum took place on the sidelines of the International Non-Profit Sector Exhibition (IENA) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. During the seminar, Rashid Mohammed Al Nuaimi, director of Licensing and Support at RACA, shared Qatar's experience in organising charitable work. He emphasised RACA's pivotal role in establishing regulatory frameworks that ensure governance and transparency, while supporting charitable entities in adhering to national and international standards. This, he noted, enhances the sector's effectiveness and safeguards its humanitarian and developmental objectives. Al Nuaimi also highlighted the 'SANADY' platform, which coordinates domestic aid and serves as a leading model for unifying charitable efforts and strengthening coordination among relevant entities. The platform contributes to delivering impactful and transparent development outcomes, aligned with clearly defined priorities that respond to community needs. He further explained that RACA has adopted an integrated system for licensing, monitoring, and support—enabling charitable organisations to operate within a well-regulated framework. This system fosters trust with local and international partners, positively influencing performance quality and ensuring the sustainability of charitable initiatives. In closing, Al Nuaimi expressed appreciation for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's efforts in organising this significant forum. He affirmed Qatar's commitment to enhancing cooperation with brotherly and friendly entities in this vital sector and recognised the forum as a valuable platform for exchanging experiences and showcasing best practices in the non-profit field.
Kuwait Times
21-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait underscores vital role of non-profit sector in Gulf development
RIYADH: Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Affairs Dr Khaled Al-Ajmi affirmed that the non-profit sector has become a key driver of comprehensive development, given its dynamic human and societal resources and its capacity to foster community-based initiatives that bolster social stability and improve quality of life. Speaking during a panel session at the Gulf Non-Profit Sector Forum, held as part of the third International ENA Exhibition in Riyadh, Dr Al-Ajmi underscored the importance of forging strategic partnerships between the non-profit, public, and private sectors. 'We believe in an integrated development vision that promotes sustainability and empowers all components of society,' he said. Highlighting the strategic significance of investing in the non-profit sector, Dr Al-Ajmi stated, 'Safe investment in this sector is not a luxury, but a national necessity and a strategic choice adopted by advanced nations to maintain social balance, enhance productivity, and deepen community engagement.' Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Affairs, Dr Khaled Al-Ajmi Gulf Forum for the Non-Profit Sector. – KUNA photos He pointed to the successful Gulf experiences presented at the forum as practical models, offering a clear roadmap for institutional development and sectoral integration. 'These are not mere theoretical exercises but actionable frameworks that can elevate performance across entities and contribute to a sustainable development model rooted in shared expertise,' he said. Dr Al-Ajmi concluded by extending his appreciation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its warm hospitality and excellent organization of the forum. He also lauded the efforts of the Executive Office of the GCC Ministers of Labor and Social Affairs, as well as the GCC General Secretariat, for their effective coordination of the forum's dialogue sessions. The session also featured a presentation by Director of the Civil Society Associations Department at the Ministry of Social Affairs, Iman Al-Enezi, who outlined Kuwait's achievements in promoting financial sustainability among non-profit organizations. She said Kuwait has adopted a comprehensive institutional framework rooted in transparency, governance, and empowerment, enabling civil and charitable associations to diversify their income sources through legislative, financial, and regulatory reforms. 'We now have pioneering national models of community leadership that can be leveraged at the Gulf and Arab levels,' Al-Enezi said. She explained that Kuwaiti non-profit organizations rely on a mix of government funding, private sector support, individual donations, and charitable endowments—strengthening their independence and operational flexibility. Al-Enezi praised the Gulf Forum as an effective platform for exchanging experiences and aligning development goals, reaffirming Kuwait's firm commitment to supporting joint Gulf action and enhancing civil society performance. The Kuwaiti delegation to the forum was led by Dr Khaled Al-Ajmi and included Iman Al-Enezi and Director of the Charitable Organizations Department, Abdulaziz Al-Ajmi. The forum is part of the implementation of recommendations from the 10th meeting of GCC Ministers of Social Affairs and reflects ongoing efforts to consolidate sustainable community partnerships and reinforce the role of non-profit institutions in advancing the development agenda of GCC states. — KUNA
