21-07-2025
Dar al Atta'a charity programmes focus on sustainability, innovation
Muscat – The charity Dar al Atta'a continues to expand its reach and impact through a wide range of assistance programmes and sustainable housing initiatives aimed at supporting vulnerable families across the sultanate.
Founded in 2002 and formally recognised in 2006, the charity has played a key role in improving the lives of underprivileged families across Oman. Its work focuses on rehabilitation and empowerment to ensure long-term stability.
Maryam bint Issa al Zadjali, founder and chairperson of Dar al Atta'a, said the charity provides support through multiple initiatives, including its Family Care Programme, Distress Relief Programme, Education Programme, Relief and Disaster Management, Safe Housing Programme, Empowerment Programme, Islamic Values Programme and the Let's Read Programme.
She stated that Dar al Atta'a spent more than RO4.094mn on these programmes in 2024, supporting basic needs and offering livelihood assistance. In the first half of 2025, spending exceeded RO2.038mn.
It is also adopting new approaches to charitable work, having launched a department dedicated to social innovation. The unit aims to apply modern technology to improve services, streamline procedures and enhance overall programme delivery.
As part of ongoing projects, work is currently underway on the second phase of the Al Atta'a neighbourhood in Khabourah. The development includes a mosque, community centre and commercial facilities, alongside 36 model homes each measuring 274sqm. The housing units will be equipped with solar power and water purification systems in line with the charity's focus on sustainability.
To date, Dar al Atta'a has delivered 175 homes to families across Oman and carried out maintenance on over 2,500 units.
Maryam stated that the charity will continue to expand its support and programmes while enhancing collaboration with public and private sector partners to further community development and advance Oman's charitable sector.
