The Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility Network (ACSRN) has announced the agenda for the 12th cycle of the Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Forum, set to take place on 9th and 10th October at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, under the patronage of the Ministry of Economy.
Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Founder and CEO of ACSRN, highlighted that this year’s forum, themed ‘Sustainable Prosperity: Reorienting for a Balanced Future”, will feature a series of keynote speeches each day, along with five panel discussions. These sessions will explore key topics covering the economy, innovation, investment, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, and social and behavioural development.
The forum will be attended by Dr. Sithembiso Gile Gladys Nyoni, Minister of Environment, Climate and Wildlife of the Republic of Zimbabwe, who will deliver a keynote address, adding an important Global South dimension to the discussions.
Al Mar’ashi emphasised that the forum aims to co
nvene prominent experts, thought leaders, and decision-makers from across the Arab region and beyond to address urgent regional and global challenges and share best practices from the Global South. Through panel discussions, dialogue sessions, and interactive QandA opportunities, participants will explore actionable solutions for fostering sustainable development.
Reflecting on the success of past editions, she noted that the forum has consistently attracted a select audience, including C-Suite executives from private sector companies, top government officials, representatives from various UN agencies, investment firms, industries, academia, media, and youth. This diverse participation has enriched the discourse around CSR and sustainability, paving the way for impactful collaborations and knowledge exchange.
Al Mar’ashi further stressed that the forum presents an invaluable opportunity for stakeholders committed to sustainability to connect, share expertise, and contribute to shaping both the national and
global sustainability agendas. She extended an open invitation to all concerned with addressing CSR, ESG and sustainability challenges to attend, engage, and collaborate in developing solutions for the planet’s most pressing issues.
The first day of the forum will commence with a keynote address titled ‘Regenerating Our Planet: Innovative Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Change”. The subsequent session, ‘Empowering Change: Promoting Water and Energy Transitions in the Arab World”, will explore sustainable solutions for critical infrastructure sectors. Following that, discussions will turn to ‘Future Proofing Our Cities: Sustainable Disaster Readiness’ and conclude with “Smart Sustainability: Best Practices from the Global South”.
On the second day, the forum will feature a keynote speech entitled ‘Redesigning the Core: Driving Sustainable Transformation from Within”. The first session of the day, ‘Creating Value with Sustainable Investments: Strategies, Practices and Examples”, will delve into innovativ
e investment approaches. The final session, ‘Building Value through the Circular Economy: Strategies and Innovations”, will focus on sustainable, circular economic models and their role in creating long-term value.
Source: Emirates News Agency