The Role of Arab Foundations in Responding to the Crisis in Gaza, in Alliance Magazine
For the past 11 months, the relentless and ongoing genocide in Gaza has brought a long-standing issue of occupation, colonization, and the subject of much geo-political debate into sharp focus. We’ve watched in horror as the violence has played out before us on our screens, where we’ve seen entire families being eliminated, and where homes, schools, and hospitals have been destroyed…
“Our Comfort is Leading Us Down a Dangerous Path”: Philanthropy in a Changing Global Order
This is an edited and updated version of Naila Farouky’s keynote address delivered at the 5th African Philanthropy Conference on July 31, 2024. You can watch the entire speech on YouTube. Good afternoon. Today, I want to focus on philanthropy in a changing global...
Guest Post: End of the Line for the Gaza Industrial Estate by Charles Arthur
Photo credit: Arne Hoel / World Bank A common argument used to support Israel's assault on Gaza is the claim that Hamas misappropriates aid, using it to fund terrorist activities instead of building up Palestine's infrastructure and boosting economic activity. In...
Navigating Crisis Through Philanthropy: Global Dynamics & Gaza
Now into its eighth month, the war on Gaza serves as a tragic lesson on how the evolving dynamics between the Global South and the Global North compel us to reimagine what philanthropy can and should do in times of crisis.
AFF at UNFCCC and Global Partnerships Forum Roundtable
In October 2023, AFF CEO Naila Farouky took part in a roundtable organized by the UNFCCC and the Global Partnerships Forum during MENA Climate week. Watch the video
Regional Philanthropy in Times of War: Gaza, with Sawiris Foundation
This recent post co-authored by AFF’s CEO Naila Farouky calls on philanthropic organizations worldwide to take immediate action to provide support for charities working on the ground in Gaza.
Press release: AFF Joins Call to Action on Climate Adaptation at COP28
On Dec. 2, we joined with 10 other philanthropic organizations to commit to accelerated progress and action on climate adaptation and resilience and to call on governments and the private sector work with us and together at and after COP28 toward this collective...
Summary: Arab Philanthropic & Civic Sector Response to Syria-Turkey Earthquakes
For our recent panel, held in partnership with the International Medical Corps (IMC), we brought together experts from around the Arab region to discuss the Arab philanthropic and civic sector’s response to the devastating Syria-Turkey earthquakes and how the sector...
AFF CEO Naila Farouky in Fast Company ME’s Most Creative People in Business 2023
In a section highlighting people who are “Challenging the Status Quo”, the illustrious publication honors Naila’s work with the Arab Foundations Forum and other philanthropic organizations, saying she has earned her spot among its list of influencers who are “innovative, agile, and problem solvers constantly seeking change and breaking barriers.”
Philanthropy, the Climate Crisis & COP27: Perspective From the Arab Region
Naila Farouky is not a climate expert by any stretch of the imagination, and up until 5 years ago, hadn’t really given much thought to the climate crisis in her professional capacity. However, as a representative of the Arab Region’s only network and membership association of philanthropy and civil society actors, She has become engaged in the conversation around climate as much by accident as by necessity.