Summary As a kick-off to the new phase of our Governance in Philanthropy programme, we held a closed-network convening of our ‘Gulf Business Philanthropy Circle’ members. Comrpised of key CSR and other corporate philanthropy representatives,...

Summary An in-person close invite-only event taking part at Expo 2020 Dubai, Women’s Pavilion, in Partnership with NAMA Women Advancement. The session aims to discuss ways of championing women’s inclusivity in leadership positions. Along with...

As part of Pearl Initiative’s mission to bring together businesses, decision makers and future young leaders, to take the lead in promoting and adopting greater governance standards. In delivering on our mission, and as part...

Summary COVID-19 is also potentially dissuading entrepreneurs from starting new and innovative businesses, and this could affect the landscape adversely. Additionally, research across the Gulf Region is limited, and MSMEs are reluctant to share information...

As part of Pearl Initiative’s mission to bring together businesses, decision makers and future young leaders, to take the lead in promoting and adopting greater governance standards. In delivering on our mission, and as part...

As part of Pearl Initiative’s mission to bring together businesses, decision makers and future young leaders, to take the lead in promoting and adopting greater governance standards. In delivering on our mission, and as part...

Summary In collaboration with 21/64, our Governance in Philanthropy programme will be hosting an interactive workshop on September 20th for the next-generation of donors looking to give more strategically. The workshop will aim to convene...

As part of Pearl Initiative’s mission to bring together businesses, decision makers and future young leaders, to take the lead in promoting and adopting greater governance standards. In delivering on our mission, and as part...

Summary Corporate sustainability has become a key priority for larger and smaller companies moving forward. Investors, governments, and other stakeholders are increasingly demanding that companies demonstrate sustainable strategies aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals...

Summary Equality between men and women in the workplace has seen some improvement over the last decade, but why is it still important to support initiatives that empower women? To achieve sustainable development, gender equality...