• To demonstrate commitment to the global sustainable development agenda

  • To contribute to the national initiative for sustainable development in the UAE

  • To position the UAE as a leader in Business Excellence and CSR in the region

  • To promote the voluntary adoption of CSR policies and practices among businesses in the region

  • To showcase examples of best practice CSR activities undertaken by corporate organisations and public sector enterprises

  • To identify benchmarks and key indicators of sustainable growth

  • To develop a national databank of CSR case studies to boost research into CSR implementation

  • To develop a network for liaison and partnerships with entities that are engaged in CSR programmes at national, regional and global levels