The Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi) and the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma'an (Ma’an) have signed a strategic agreement to enhance collaboration in directing endowment proceeds toward priority social development projects in Abu Dhabi. The partnership marks a significant milestone in the emirate's commitment to sustainable social development.
The agreement was signed at Awqaf Abu Dhabi’s new offices in Abu Dhabi by His Excellency Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director-General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, and His Excellency Abdallah Al Ameri, Director-General of Ma'an, in the presence of senior officials from both organisations and key stakeholders from the social development sector.
The strategic partnership establishes a comprehensive framework for both organisations to work together in identifying and supporting key social initiatives through endowment proceeds. The collaboration will leverage Ma'an's expertise in social priorities and impact assessment alongside Awqaf Abu Dhabi's endowment management capabilities to ensure funds are directed toward the most pressing community needs.
His Excellency Fahad Abdul Qader Al Qassim, Director-General of Awqaf Abu Dhabi, said: "This partnership with Ma'an represents a strategic step in maximising the social impact of endowments in Abu Dhabi. By combining our respective strengths, we can create a more effective and sustainable approach to addressing social challenges. This collaboration will enable us to better serve our community while ensuring that endowment proceeds generate meaningful, long-term benefits for Abu Dhabi's community."
His Excellency Abdullah Al Ameri, Director-General of Ma’an, said: “The agreement between the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an and Awqaf Abu Dhabi underscores the importance of collaborative efforts and roles in enhancing the quality of life for all members of Abu Dhabi community and to achieve a cohesive, collaborative and active community in line with the government’s agenda and vision. Through this partnership, we aim to strengthen the collaborative efforts and direct the endowment proceeds towards projects that address social priorities, emphasising our role in connecting various sectors to achieve positive impact and provide solutions to social priorities in the emirate.
”We are committed to continuing our work to enhance the social impact of community contributions and ensuring full transparency in allocating these contributions towards programmes that provide sustainable solutions aimed at addressing social priorities that meets the needs of various segments of society.”
The agreement outlines several key areas of cooperation that will strengthen both organisations' ability to serve the community. Through joint marketing initiatives and awareness campaigns, the partnership aims to increase public understanding of endowments and their role in social development. The organisations will share in-depth information and insights about social impact opportunities, enabling more informed decision-making and better resource allocation.
A central focus of the collaboration will be the development of mechanisms to identify priority projects that align with Abu Dhabi's social development agenda. This process will combine Ma'an's deep understanding of community needs with Awqaf Abu Dhabi's expertise in endowment management to ensure maximum social impact.
The partnership will also emphasise innovative approaches to attracting and engaging community contributors. By leveraging both entities' networks and expertise, the initiative aims to create new opportunities for individuals and organisations to participate in social development through endowments.
The collaboration represents a significant advancement in Abu Dhabi's social sector, demonstrating the emirate's commitment to creating sustainable solutions for social challenges. The partnership between Awqaf Abu Dhabi and Ma'an will help establish a more coordinated and effective approach to social development, ensuring that endowment proceeds are utilised in ways that create lasting positive change.
For more information about endowment opportunities, visit adawqaf.gov.ae.
