The MENA region’s first net-positive mosque has been opened by Majid Al Futtaim, a leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia. The …
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Dubai-based Dawn Kubicek, CEO of Leaders in Digital, has been appointed a Women Techmaker Ambassador to represent Google across the Middle East. Google’s initiative Women Techmakers Program, launched back in …
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Communications and advocacy group SEC Newgate has released its Global ESG Monitor report, assessing emerging consumer sentiment toward the ESG performance and corporate environmental responsibility policies of businesses and governments globally. …
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Investing in Mental Health: The Key to Employee Support and Company Success
by salehThe global mental health crisis is escalating, including in the workplace. Employees increasingly report high levels of stress, anxiety and depression, detrimental not only to their quality of life but …
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Sports brand ASICS has released the results of its 2024 Global State of Mind study, which assesses the connection between sedentary behaviour and mental wellbeing. The survey involved 26,000 participants …
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UAE Mandates Women’s Representation on Boards of Private Companies
by salehThis week, the UAE Ministry of Economy issued a ministerial decision mandating that private joint-stock companies must increase women’s representation on boards. The decision, which will come into force in …
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The National CSR Fund – MAJRA and the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an have announced a collaboration aimed at driving social innovation. According to the two parties, this collaboration …
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ENVI-met Acquired by Construction Sustainability Software Company One Click LCA
by salehENVI-met, a company specialising in 3D modelling software for urban environments, has been acquired by One Click LCA, a construction and manufacturing sustainability software provider. The move will combine ENVI-met’s …
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The International Labour Organization (ILO) has released its World Social Protection Report 2024-26, which provides a global overview of progress made worldwide in extending social protection since 2015, with a …
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Abu Dhabi Airports, Etihad Airways Join Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Programme
by salehAbu Dhabi Airports and Etihad Airways have announced the launch of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme at Zayed International Airport (AUH) and onboard Etihad Airways flights. The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, …