The Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work, in collaboration with the Sharjah Volunteer Centre, has introduced the innovative initiative, “12 Challenges in 12 Months.” The program’s first challenge for January, titled “Best Volunteer Idea,” invites participants to submit creative volunteer concepts aimed at sustainable community development.
Promoting Volunteer Culture in Sharjah
This initiative seeks to encourage individuals and organizations to explore unique approaches to volunteerism. By fostering creativity, it aims to inspire impactful projects that align with the principles of sustainable development and social responsibility.
The program also strives to spread the culture of volunteerism across all segments of society. It provides an interactive platform for community members to harness their energy and creativity in meaningful ways. By embedding volunteerism as a core societal value, the initiative emphasizes the importance of community participation in building a better future.
Monthly Challenges with Purpose
A key feature of this initiative is its monthly challenges, each accompanied by a unique name and hashtag. These challenges encourage non-competitive community engagement, fostering a spirit of dedication, giving, and collaboration.
Both organizing parties urge community members to participate in January’s challenge by submitting innovative volunteer ideas. These ideas should not only contribute to societal well-being but also inspire others to embrace the culture of volunteerism.
Sharjah Leaders Highlight the Initiative’s Vision
Fatima Musa Al Balushi, Executive Director of the Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work, emphasized the program’s mission. She noted that the “12 Challenges in 12 Months” initiative reflects the award’s commitment to innovation in volunteerism. “We aim to inspire the community to present creative ideas that serve the nation and support sustainable development,” she said.
Hessa Al Hammadi, Director of the Community Cohesion Department, highlighted the inclusive nature of the challenges. “These monthly challenges expand community participation and provide a platform for expressing creativity in volunteer work,” she explained.
She further added that the initiative demonstrates the Sharjah Volunteer Centre’s dedication to nurturing a culture of creativity and enhancing the values of social responsibility. “This marks a significant step forward in motivating individuals to develop innovative ideas that promote volunteerism and contribute to sustainable development,” she concluded.
