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30-04-2025
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MAJRA – National CSR Fund reviews key community initiatives and approves new frameworks to enhance corporate social responsibility in UAE
By Editor_wr Last updated Apr 30, 2025 MAJRA – National CSR Fund held its second Policies and Strategies Committee meeting for 2025 to explore ways to advance the UAE's sustainable development goals through enhanced cross-sector collaboration and the rollout of new tools and frameworks to drive national impact. The meeting was Chaired by H.E Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, and Head of the Policies and Strategies Committee, and attended by H.E. Hanan Ahli, Managing Director of the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, and the Deputy of the Policies and Strategies Committee; Bedour Saeed Al Raqbani, Board Member of American University of Sharjah; H.E. Abdulaziz Al Jaziri, Deputy CEO of Dubai Future Foundation and Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra – National CSR Fund. The meeting reviewed key ongoing initiatives and approved several tools designed to streamline sustainable project qualification and verification processes. It also placed a major emphasis on increasing private sector engagement in the fund's initiatives, validating project assessment mechanisms, and introducing new initiatives such as the Impact Index. It also addressed the 'Transformational Projects Framework', which is being developed by the Emirati committees for social responsibility and sustainability, chaired by the chambers of commerce and industry in each emirate. The strategy formulated as a part of the Impact Retreat held in November 2024 was also reviewed, and strategic initiatives aligning with the UAE's vision to enhance social sustainability, were launched. H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi said, 'Inspired by the insightful vision of the UAE's wise leadership and in accordance with their forward-looking directives, we are creating a roadmap to build a more sustainable and prosperous future by strengthening the private sector's corporate social responsibility framework. We also hope to enhance sustainable impact and expand the participation of private sector institutions in light of global changes and best international practices, further building upon the achievements of Majra's key initiatives like 'Impact Seal', 'MAJRA Council', and 'Impact Index'. Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, said: 'Majra is responsible for providing the necessary frameworks and enablers to enhance the contribution of the private sector in shaping the UAE's sustainable future, while embedding social responsibility and sustainable impact as cornerstones of the institutional work system. Furthermore, we remain steadfast in our efforts to establish a robust foundation for collaborations, and sustainable impact, by supporting the approved projects and activating the reference frameworks specified under the impact index.' The committee further reviewed updates to the Sustainable Impact Challenge, including the integration of the Majra Entity Portal and the launch of new award categories within the challenge. These updates aim at expanding outreach and encouraging broader participation from businesses and organisations across the UAE in this challenge, which was launched during the fourth edition of Investopia 2025. The meeting also reviewed the roadmap of the Impact Index, a national benchmarking tool designed to measure CSR, ESG, and sustainability performance in the private sector. It also facilitates data collection, in line with national and international frameworks, such as the SDGs, Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and MSCI. Currently, Majra is preparing the first report, set to be released in early 2026, in collaboration with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, as well as other international organisations. At the end of the meeting, committee members reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Majra's strategic vision by endorsing mechanisms that promote transparency, inclusivity, and long-term impact across all initiatives and programmes. Comments are closed.
Hi Dubai
30-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Majra Committee Advances UAE Sustainability Goals with New Tools and Frameworks
Majra – National CSR Fund's Policies and Strategies Committee convened its second meeting of 2025 to fast-track the UAE's sustainable development agenda, focusing on stronger cross-sector collaboration and enhanced private sector participation. Chaired by Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, the meeting brought together key figures including Hanan Ahli of the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre and Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra. The committee approved several new tools aimed at streamlining sustainable project evaluation, while reviewing the broader roadmap laid out during the 2024 Impact Retreat. Among the highlights was the introduction of the Impact Index, a benchmarking tool set to assess CSR and sustainability performance across the private sector. The first national report, expected in early 2026, will be compiled in collaboration with international partners and aligned with global standards like the SDGs and MSCI. The committee also assessed the Transformational Projects Framework being developed by emirate-level chambers of commerce and reviewed progress on existing initiatives such as the Impact Seal and MAJRA Council. Sarah Shaw reaffirmed Majra's commitment to embedding social responsibility into the institutional fabric of UAE businesses, while Al Nakhi emphasized the role of the private sector in building a sustainable future under the guidance of the nation's leadership. In addition, updates were announced for the Sustainable Impact Challenge, including new award categories and the integration of the Majra Entity Portal to drive wider business engagement. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to transparency, inclusion, and long-term impact, reinforcing Majra's role in shaping a more sustainable and resilient UAE economy. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Mid East Info
30-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Majra – National CSR Fund reviews key community initiatives and approves new frameworks to enhance corporate social responsibility in UAE
H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi: 'We seek to lay the groundwork for a more connected and impactful future through co-creation, verification, and recognition frameworks that align with national priorities and Sustainable Development Goals' Meeting emphasised private sector engagement and the launch of new evaluation tools, including the Impact Index. MAJRA – National CSR Fund held its second Policies and Strategies Committee meeting for 2025 to explore ways to advance the UAE's sustainable development goals through enhanced cross-sector collaboration and the rollout of new tools and frameworks to drive national impact. The meeting was Chaired by H.E Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, and Head of the Policies and Strategies Committee, and attended by H.E. Hanan Ahli, Managing Director of the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, and the Deputy of the Policies and Strategies Committee; Bedour Saeed Al Raqbani, Board Member of American University of Sharjah; H.E. Abdulaziz Al Jaziri, Deputy CEO of Dubai Future Foundation and Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra – National CSR Fund. The meeting reviewed key ongoing initiatives and approved several tools designed to streamline sustainable project qualification and verification processes. It also placed a major emphasis on increasing private sector engagement in the fund's initiatives, validating project assessment mechanisms, and introducing new initiatives such as the Impact Index. It also addressed the 'Transformational Projects Framework', which is being developed by the Emirati committees for social responsibility and sustainability, chaired by the chambers of commerce and industry in each emirate. The strategy formulated as a part of the Impact Retreat held in November 2024 was also reviewed, and strategic initiatives aligning with the UAE's vision to enhance social sustainability, were launched. H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi said, 'Inspired by the insightful vision of the UAE's wise leadership and in accordance with their forward-looking directives, we are creating a roadmap to build a more sustainable and prosperous future by strengthening the private sector's corporate social responsibility framework. We also hope to enhance sustainable impact and expand the participation of private sector institutions in light of global changes and best international practices, further building upon the achievements of Majra's key initiatives like 'Impact Seal', 'MAJRA Council', and 'Impact Index'. Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, said: 'Majra is responsible for providing the necessary frameworks and enablers to enhance the contribution of the private sector in shaping the UAE's sustainable future, while embedding social responsibility and sustainable impact as cornerstones of the institutional work system. Furthermore, we remain steadfast in our efforts to establish a robust foundation for collaborations, and sustainable impact, by supporting the approved projects and activating the reference frameworks specified under the impact index.' The committee further reviewed updates to the Sustainable Impact Challenge, including the integration of the Majra Entity Portal and the launch of new award categories within the challenge. These updates aim at expanding outreach and encouraging broader participation from businesses and organisations across the UAE in this challenge, which was launched during the fourth edition of Investopia 2025. The meeting also reviewed the roadmap of the Impact Index, a national benchmarking tool designed to measure CSR, ESG, and sustainability performance in the private sector. It also facilitates data collection, in line with national and international frameworks, such as the SDGs, Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and MSCI. Currently, Majra is preparing the first report, set to be released in early 2026, in collaboration with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, as well as other international organisations. At the end of the meeting, committee members reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Majra's strategic vision by endorsing mechanisms that promote transparency, inclusivity, and long-term impact across all initiatives and programmes.
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Majra - National CSR Fund reviews key community initiatives and approves new frameworks to enhance corporate social responsibility in UAE
H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi: 'We seek to lay the groundwork for a more connected and impactful future through co-creation, verification, and recognition frameworks that align with national priorities and Sustainable Development Goals' Meeting emphasised private sector engagement and the launch of new evaluation tools, including the Impact Index. Dubai, MAJRA – National CSR Fund held its second Policies and Strategies Committee meeting for 2025 to explore ways to advance the UAE's sustainable development goals through enhanced cross-sector collaboration and the rollout of new tools and frameworks to drive national impact. The meeting was Chaired by H.E Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, and Head of the Policies and Strategies Committee, and attended by H.E. Hanan Ahli, Managing Director of the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, and the Deputy of the Policies and Strategies Committee; Bedour Saeed Al Raqbani, Board Member of American University of Sharjah; H.E. Abdulaziz Al Jaziri, Deputy CEO of Dubai Future Foundation and Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra – National CSR Fund. The meeting reviewed key ongoing initiatives and approved several tools designed to streamline sustainable project qualification and verification processes. It also placed a major emphasis on increasing private sector engagement in the fund's initiatives, validating project assessment mechanisms, and introducing new initiatives such as the Impact Index. It also addressed the 'Transformational Projects Framework', which is being developed by the Emirati committees for social responsibility and sustainability, chaired by the chambers of commerce and industry in each emirate. The strategy formulated as a part of the Impact Retreat held in November 2024 was also reviewed, and strategic initiatives aligning with the UAE's vision to enhance social sustainability, were launched. H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi said, 'Inspired by the insightful vision of the UAE's wise leadership and in accordance with their forward-looking directives, we are creating a roadmap to build a more sustainable and prosperous future by strengthening the private sector's corporate social responsibility framework. We also hope to enhance sustainable impact and expand the participation of private sector institutions in light of global changes and best international practices, further building upon the achievements of Majra's key initiatives like 'Impact Seal', 'MAJRA Council', and 'Impact Index'. Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, said: 'Majra is responsible for providing the necessary frameworks and enablers to enhance the contribution of the private sector in shaping the UAE's sustainable future, while embedding social responsibility and sustainable impact as cornerstones of the institutional work system. Furthermore, we remain steadfast in our efforts to establish a robust foundation for collaborations, and sustainable impact, by supporting the approved projects and activating the reference frameworks specified under the impact index.' The committee further reviewed updates to the Sustainable Impact Challenge, including the integration of the Majra Entity Portal and the launch of new award categories within the challenge. These updates aim at expanding outreach and encouraging broader participation from businesses and organisations across the UAE in this challenge, which was launched during the fourth edition of Investopia 2025. The meeting also reviewed the roadmap of the Impact Index, a national benchmarking tool designed to measure CSR, ESG, and sustainability performance in the private sector. It also facilitates data collection, in line with national and international frameworks, such as the SDGs, Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and MSCI. Currently, Majra is preparing the first report, set to be released in early 2026, in collaboration with the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, as well as other international organisations. At the end of the meeting, committee members reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Majra's strategic vision by endorsing mechanisms that promote transparency, inclusivity, and long-term impact across all initiatives and programmes.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT WITH LAUNCH OF IMPACT INDEX TO HOLD BUSINESS ACCOUNTABLE
Bambuddha Group White Paper and Impact Index Insights Set the Agenda for 'The Future of Work 2035 with Responsible Leadership' SYDNEY, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Responsible Leadership 2035' is on the agenda at the Bambuddha Group's Round Table with the launch of a White Paper that shines the spotlight on leadership responsibility to reimagine the future of work through flexibility, collaboration and ESG-driven leadership as calls for return to work face ongoing headwinds. 'The Future of Work 2035 – Responsible Leadership Imperatives to Drive Growth' White Paper sets a clear vision for workplace practice in 2035, leaving no doubt that a new era in corporate leadership is no longer a nice-to-have, but critical for the survival of business, no matter the size. "As Australia grapples with complex challenges, the role of CEOs as responsible leaders has never been more crucial," says Anna Sheppard, Founder and CEO of Bambuddha Group, the social enterprise that offers game-changing leadership coaching to achieve equality, fairness and kindness in workplaces across the globe. Sheppard is the author of the Responsible Leadership 2035 White Paper, published in December 2024. Grounded by insights from the Impact Index, 'The Future of Work 2035 – Responsible Leadership Imperatives to Drive Growth' roundtable explores the transformative power of leadership grounded in ESG principles. The event will see CEOs from three diverse industries across Diagnostics, Technology, and Entertainment to explore the future of Responsible Leadership and identify key focus areas for the next decade, with an emphasis on reimagining the future of work (WFH, flexibility, and collaboration), prioritising ESG and societal impact as core business strategies and understanding DEI in the now and how this becomes embedded into a long-term strategy. ABOUT BAMBUDDHA GROUP Bambuddha Group is an award-winning advisory and training firm, dedicated to catalysing a global shift towards responsible leadership and sustainable practices by fostering a culture of compassion, empowerment, and kindness within organisations worldwide. By 2035, our vision is to see a world where every decision-maker leads for humanity, where organisations thrive sustainably, and where success is measured not only by financial gains but also by positive impacts on society and the environment. Programs provide access to literacy training, industry-leading coaches, executive education, and many resources to embed sustainable change and inclusive practices for people, customers, the community, and the environment. Bambuddha Group has won multiple awards for work in this space, including being recognised as one of the" Top 10 Leadership Development Training and Coaching Companies 2021 in APAC", Top 50 leading light for APAC, Top 50 most impactful LinkedIn Influencers, Finalists for Telstra Best of Business Awards for Accelerating Women and now join the world stage as thought leader of the year at the Women who change the world awards in London in early April. ABOUT BAMBUDDHA IMPACT INDEX The Bambuddha Impact Index is grounded in transformational leadership theory, systems theory, positive psychology, corporate social responsibility (CSR), sustainable development, and social justice. It integrates inclusive leadership and community engagement models emphasising empowerment, accountability, and holistic, long-term strategies for social, environmental, and organisational change. The framework elucidates the intricate relationship between ESG practices and profitability, fostering a deep understanding of how responsible actions drive financial outcomes. It ensures decision-makers understand the importance of sustainability initiatives by highlighting tangible outcomes, opportunities and their competitive advantage in order to guide leaders toward success. ABOUT ANNA SHEPPARD Anna Sheppard is a Stevie award-winning inspirational speaker and emcee and the founder and CEO of Bambuddha Group. Anna spends much of their time working as an inspirational speaker, producer, and consultant with organisations and leaders who want to understand the benefits of social responsibility through a world-leading Kindness methodology. BAMBUDDHA ON SOCIAL Facebook: @bambuddhagroup Twitter: @Bambuddha_Group Instagram: @bambuddha_group LinkedIn: Bambuddha Group View original content: SOURCE Bambuddha Group Sign in to access your portfolio
