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
