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Philanthropy is missing in action – again – on Israel/Palestine
What should philanthropy be doing in the face of distressing scenes from Israel and Gaza? That’s the question many are asking. Yet the philanthropic world seems eerily silent, paralysed by inaction. I can relate. After …
Arab Foundations Forum Annual Meeting 2023
From 11-13 September, some of the region’s leading philanthropic voices discussed the most pressing issues facing the Arab region, from climate change and the power of data to youth empowerment and the race to achieve …
Encountering discomfort at the Arab Foundations Forum
It is said that philanthropy evolved from the Arab region. The practice of ‘Waqf’, under Sharia Law, for example, has existed for centuries, supporting social justice in education, healthcare, and beyond. The Arab Foundations Forum …
Sharing my experience: Insights from one of the biggest philanthropy meetings in the Arab region
Between the 11th and 13th of September, over 140 people from 12 countries gathered together to discuss recent trends in philanthropy, the obstacles and challenges, and the future of the sector in the Arab world. …
To measurable impact and beyond; an evolving perception of philanthropy
As various stakeholders gathered at the American University of Cairo for the Arab Philanthropy Forum; core pillars of Arab Philanthropy were highlighted, showcasing a shift in how the world perceives the philanthropic sector. In his …
A beacon of hope: Arab world philanthropy’s quest towards progress
We stand at a pivotal juncture, with the clock ticking towards the 2030 deadline for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). While organizations are so focused on working towards achieving the SDGs, it is crucial …
Collaborations as a path to sustainable development in the MENA region
Arab Foundations Forum had its annual meeting in person this year on the 11th, 12th, and 13th of Sep, 2023. During this meeting, different philanthropy organisations, donors, and change makers met, exchanged ideas, and imagined …
Confronting shrinking civic space in localisation agendas: Creating an ‘enabling environment’ for Arab philanthropy
Creating an ‘enabling environment’ for civil society organisations (CSOs) to grow and thrive is integral to creating appropriate, meaningful, and impactful localisation approaches. As a result, many speakers at the Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) highlighted …
What we talk about when we talk about localisation
As someone who’s been deeply engaged in community engagement and localization work, I couldn’t help but be drawn to the discussions on locally led development during the Annual Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) Meeting. The buzz …
Human Rights Foundation announces grants from Bitcoin Development Fund
The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) has announced its latest round of grants from their Bitcoin Development Fund. Fifteen grants will go towards Bitcoin development and providing developers from repressive regimes financial aid to offset travel …
