SAVW invites private sector to participate in its 23rd edition

December 10, 2025 / 3:34 PM

Sharjah 24: The Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work is committed to bolstering its support across various sectors, with a special emphasis on the private sector as a key focus area. Applications for this category will be accepted from November 1st until the end of December 2025. By shining a spotlight on this sector, the award seeks to highlight the vital role that private institutions play in nurturing a culture of volunteerism throughout the UAE. This is made possible through their innovative initiatives, which reflect the private sector's dedication to social responsibility and amplify its contributions to community service and sustainable development.

Private sector institutions are defined as businesses and organizations operating within the private realm across diverse economic and service sectors. Their significance as essential partners in the volunteering ecosystem is underscored by the programs and initiatives they implement, which not only support volunteers but also aid in cultivating a united and sustainable society.

Awards

The Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work gives businesses a chance to win awards for their efforts in promoting volunteering among their employees. One of the awards recognizes companies that create a wide variety of volunteering opportunities for their staff. Another award is for those that support volunteer projects, whether through financial help or encouragement. There’s also an award for the best volunteer project that makes a real difference in the community.

These awards are designed to motivate companies to adopt effective practices in volunteering and to play a bigger role in supporting initiatives that promote charitable giving and social responsibility. Overall, the goal is to inspire businesses to get involved and make a positive impact in society.

Key partner

Suad Al Shamsi, the Executive Director of the Sharjah Volunteer Work Award, highlighted the importance of recognizing the various areas that support volunteer work in the UAE. She pointed out that the private sector plays a crucial role in aiding community projects.

Al Shamsi encouraged all private companies to get involved by sharing their best volunteer efforts to compete for the award. She emphasized that there are clear and fair guidelines in place to ensure that the best contributions are acknowledged, which helps to strengthen community support and promote the spirit of helping others.

She also mentioned that the award will keep recognizing different categories, encouraging a healthy competition among sectors. This approach aims to showcase the valuable contributions made by all groups in supporting volunteer efforts in Sharjah and the wider UAE.