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Compelling documentary showcases Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s work as the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub

admin — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:34:26 +0000

19 August 2025: Bin Rashid Care Foundation, the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub, has launched a new documentary titled ‘Coming Together: The Bin Rashid Care Foundation Story’. The film offers a compelling behind-the-scenes view of the leading global humanitarian response facility.

The documentary showcases Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s rapid interventions in crises ranging from devastating floods in Pakistan to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. It highlights how the hub brings together United Nations agencies, international NGOs, and government partners to coordinate life-saving operations in real time.

A key feature of the film is the scale of Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s operations. Spanning 150,000 square metres of warehouses donated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the facility ensures that vital supplies such as vaccines, health kits, and clean water can be delivered to crisis zones within hours.

The documentary also highlights the vital contributions of Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s partners, including the United Nations World Food Programme and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), as well as government logistical partners such as Dubai Customs and Emirates Airline. Their close collaboration ensures that relief operations are swift, seamless and scalable.

The combined expertise of these partners in customs clearance, logistics and airlift capacity has been instrumental in overcoming some of the most complex humanitarian challenges and in ensuring that aid reaches those in need in record time. The film further underscores the human stories behind these operations, capturing the dedication of aid workers, customs officials and airline crews who work together to deliver hope to communities facing crisis.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO, Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “Bin Rashid Care Foundation is more than a logistics hub – it’s a global lifeline. This film shows what’s possible when the world comes together, and when the UAE leads with purpose.”

“2025 continues to bring extraordinary global challenges. Working alongside our UN partners and other relief organisations, in just the first half of the year Bin Rashid Care Foundation facilitated the delivery of over AED179.2 million in aid to 81 countries across the globe, with the need for shelter and health aid being particularly striking. We remain steadfast in our commitment to stand with our international humanitarian community in safeguarding the most vulnerable,” Saba added.

Sajeda Shawa, Head of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) UAE, said: “We must ensure that humanitarian aid is delivered in line with humanitarian principles, with no discrimination and with full equality. To be the voice of those who cannot speak for themselves is not a luxury. It is a responsibility, an honour and a lifelong calling.”

AI-powered Databank

Bin Rashid Care Foundation operates a unique AI-powered Humanitarian Logistics Databank that provides real-time analytics, demand forecasting and stock visibility across time zones. The system enables aid agencies to anticipate needs, prevent price fluctuations and prepare for seasonal surges, including the increased demand for shelter during monsoon seasons in Bangladesh.

Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s strategic location, just ten minutes away from Jebel Ali Port and Al Maktoum International Airport, enables humanitarian cargo to reach two-thirds of the world’s hazard-prone population within four to eight hours. As the Humanitarian Logistics Databank expands to 11 hubs, a growing share of aid will be sourced locally, helping to reduce carbon emissions and accelerate delivery times.

The documentary will premiere on World Humanitarian Day, 19 August, on the Bin Rashid Care Foundation YouTube channel, offering audiences a powerful behind-the-scenes look at global relief efforts.

Key Figures

Between January and June 2025, Bin Rashid Care Foundation distributed aid worth more than USD48.8 million to 81 countries worldwide. Health-related support accounted for nearly USD14 million, covering medical equipment, pharmaceutical items and other essential health accessories. Water and sanitation aid amounted to USD1 million supplying vital items such as containers, buckets and jerry cans.

Almost a third of all assistance, valued at close to USD15 million, was directed towards shelter needs. This included more than 937,000 pieces of camping and field equipment, ranging from tents to winterisation kits.

By June 2025, the total stock value available at Bin Rashid Care Foundation stood at USD208.1 million. Among the key milestones in the first half of the year was the 25th Bin Rashid Care Foundation airlift for Gaza. Conducted in April, the operation delivered 56.8 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies worth over USD1 million (AED4.3 million), provided by the World Health Organization, to El Arish Airport in Egypt.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation Leads Collective Tribute on World Humanitarian Day 2025 with UN and partners

admin — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:07:48 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 August 2025: In observance of World Humanitarian Day 2025, Bin Rashid Care Foundation convened a community gathering alongside the UN Resident Coordinator Office in the UAE, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), and the UAE Aid Agency to honour the dedication, courage, and sacrifices of humanitarian workers, and to reaffirm that civilians and aid workers must never be a target.

Held under the theme “Act for Humanity”, the event took place at Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s headquarters and brought together representatives from UN agencies, UAE-based aid organisations, international NGOs, and government partners.

The gathering served as a moment of collective reflection on the courage of those who serve on the frontlines of crises, while also underscoring the growing need for global solidarity and principled humanitarian action. The programme featured speeches by HE Bérangère Boëll, UN Resident Coordinator for the UAE; Mrs. Sajeda Shawa, Head of United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) – UAE office; and HE Rashed Al Hamiri, Director of the Operations Department at UAE Aid. A minute of silence was observed in memory of those who have lost their lives while helping others.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, opened the event by underscoring the importance to carry forward our humanitarian mission through continued collaboration with partners across every sector. In his remarks, he stated: “World Humanitarian Day is a powerful reminder of our shared humanity and responsibility. As an active participant in the humanitarian ecosystem, Bin Rashid Care Foundation bears witness to the great sacrifices humanitarian workers make. We stand in solidarity with all those affected by crises, aid workers and civilians alike, and reaffirm our commitment to delivering hope, dignity, and support wherever it is needed, no matter the challenge or distance.”

For her part, HE Bérangère Boëll, UN Resident Coordinator for the UAE, added: “On this World Humanitarian Day, we honor those we have lost and the courage of those who continue to serve. But remembrance must be matched by resolve, to protect civilians, to defend international humanitarian law, and to ensure that aid is never blocked, never politicized, and never forgotten.”

HE Rashed Alhemeri, Executive Director of Operations at UAE Aid, said: “The humanitarian aid is in the DNA of the UAE and the guidance and directives of our leaders have pushed the UAE’s global humanitarian response to higher levels. The UAE allocated 40% of its total foreign assistance during the last two years to the humanitarian response. We commemorate the UAE’s humanitarian martyrs and all others who lost their lives while helping others. Rashid Al Hemeir also referred to 2025, the Year of the Community and its slogan “hand in hand” and stressed that it is only by working together as partners that we can address the serious challenges the humanitarian work is facing especially to access people in need and avail the resources required.”

In the closing remarks, Sajeda Shawa, Head of OCHA’s UAE Office, said: “Today, after more than two decades since the horrific explosion in 2003, the dangers have only grown. In 2024 alone, 383 humanitarian workers were killed – the highest number ever recorded. This year, we are already counting devastating losses.

We face unprecedented challenges. 300 million people are in urgent need of assistance this year, yet humanitarian operations are only 18 per cent funded. Millions will go without food, medicine, or protection. These are the steepest cuts we have ever faced – and the cost will be measured in lives. That is why OCHA’s Humanitarian Reset is about more than reform, it is about renewal. We are putting people, not systems, at the center. We are shifting power to local communities. We are cutting through inefficiency. We are recommitting to the essence of humanitarianism: protecting life with dignity,” added Shawa

World Humanitarian Day, observed every year on 19 August, was designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2008. The day commemorates the 2003 bombing of the UN headquarters in Baghdad, honours the sacrifices of humanitarian workers, and underscores the importance of protecting civilians and those serving in humanitarian settings. Each year, it serves as a powerful reminder of the need to uphold international humanitarian principles and to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian action around the world.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation and ASEAN’s AHA Centre Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Disaster Response

admin — Mon, 26 May 2025 13:36:25 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26 May 2025: Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management (AHA Centre) today signed a Letter of Intent in Siem Reap, Cambodia, marking a major milestone in enhancing joint humanitarian action across Southeast Asia.

The agreement sets the foundation for strategic cooperation between the two entities to bolster emergency preparedness and response efforts across ASEAN Member States impacted by natural disasters and other humanitarian crises. The signing reflects a shared commitment to building resilient, sustainable, and agile systems for disaster relief in one of the world’s most disaster-prone regions.

The Letter of Intent outlines a collaborative framework across key pillars:

Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Relief Solutions

The partnership will facilitate coordinated relief operations, explore the loan of critical relief items, and support the AHA Centre’s Disaster Emergency Logistics System for ASEAN (DELSA). It also envisions joint innovation initiatives in the humanitarian supply chain to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of emergency responses.

Knowledge Sharing and Outreach

Both organizations will collaborate to exchange best practices in sustainability, carbon reduction, and operational excellence. The agreement enables co-hosted training programs and symposiums, focusing on enhancing local response capabilities and knowledge transfer across public and private sectors. It also emphasizes of joint visibility efforts, including public awareness campaigns and participation in regional humanitarian events to promote collaboration for a Global Safety Net.

Shedding light on the signing, Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “What we’re witnessing across the world, and especially in regions like Southeast Asia, is a growing frequency and complexity of disasters that demand not just faster responses, but smarter, more collaborative ones. This partnership with the AHA Centre is rooted in that understanding. It reflects our responsibility as a global humanitarian hub to not only deliver aid, but to co-create solutions that build local capacity, reduce vulnerability, and adapt to evolving risks. This Letter of Intent is a testament to the kind of forward-thinking cooperation the humanitarian sector needs more of.”

The AHA Centre is excited to collaborate with Bin Rashid Care Foundation, an internationally recognised hub for humanitarian coordination and logistics. This collaboration aligns with the AHA Centre’s vision to create a well-connected and resilient ASEAN community that can respond swiftly and effectively to disasters. Through this cooperation, both organisations will work toward enhanced synergy in emergency preparedness and response, disaster information dissemination, capacity building, and innovation in the region.

Executive Director of the AHA Centre, Mr. Lee Yam Ming highlighted the importance of this collaboration for ASEAN to strengthen disaster management in the region. “This partnership with Bin Rashid Care Foundation marks an exciting milestone for the AHA Centre, as it is our first formal collaboration with a Middle Eastern organisation in the field of disaster management. It reflects our shared commitment to building stronger regional and global humanitarian networks. Through this partnership, we aim to fully realise the vision of One ASEAN, One Response with a shared commitment to building a disaster-resilient ASEAN community,” he added.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation, European Commission’s DG ECHO Step up Collaboration to Strengthen Global Humanitarian Response with New Administrative Arrangement

admin — Fri, 23 May 2025 07:27:41 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 May 2025: Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) of the European Commission have taken steps to strengthen cooperation in the fields of humanitarian supply chain, emergency preparedness and response. On the margins of the European Humanitarian Forum in Brussels, an Administrative Arrangement was signed today by Maciej Popowski, Director-General of DG ECHO, and Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, in the presence of HE Sultan Mohammed Al Shamsi, UAE Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Development Affairs and International Organizations, and HE Mohamed Al Sahlawi, UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and the European Union.

The Arrangement outlines areas for closer collaboration, including information and knowledge sharing, coordination, sustainability and innovation, reaffirming both entities’ shared commitment to improving the timeliness, efficiency, and impact of humanitarian operations.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, stated, “This is our shared ambition to enhance the agility, coordination, and sustainability of humanitarian emergency response through partnership. From our unique strategic position as the largest humanitarian hub, Bin Rashid Care Foundation plays an enabling and proactive role in facilitating the humanitarian community to deliver aid in a timely and efficient manner. We look forward to working more closely with DG ECHO to strengthen operational preparedness and support for a more effective humanitarian action worldwide.”

Reflecting on the signing, Maciej Popowski, Director-General of DG ECHO said: “This arrangement reflects our shared commitment to more effective and agile humanitarian action. By deepening our cooperation with Bin Rashid Care Foundation, we are investing in faster, more coordinated responses to crises—built on innovation, knowledge exchange, and strategic preparedness. Together, we aim to better serve those most in need, wherever they are.”

Advancing Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Response

Through this arrangement, Bin Rashid Care Foundation and DG ECHO will collaborate on coordinated relief operations, exchange critical logistics data, and explore innovative and sustainable solutions to improve emergency response across the entire humanitarian supply chain. This includes potential joint initiatives to enhance the management and deployment of prepositioned humanitarian aid.

Strengthening Knowledge and Outreach

The arrangement outlines opportunities to share best practices in quality, sustainability, and operational excellence. It also paves the way for co-developing training programs that focus on enhancing local and regional emergency preparedness, as well as convening joint forums involving key stakeholders, such as academia, disaster management authorities, and the private sector. DG ECHO and DXBH will also collaborate on coordinated communication efforts to raise awareness about the importance of strong, coordinated humanitarian systems.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation Wraps Up Conference and Global Meeting with Bold Vision for the Future of Humanitarian Action

admin — Wed, 14 May 2025 09:49:24 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 May 2025: Under the theme “Sustainable Innovation in the Humanitarian Field,” Bin Rashid Care Foundation convened leaders, experts, and changemakers at its dedicated pavilion at DIHAD 2025 to explore greener logistics, smarter data use, and the power of inclusive partnerships. Bin Rashid Care Foundation reaffirmed its role as a catalyst for sustainable innovation and cross-sector collaboration in humanitarian response.

The pavilion hosted 46 speakers and 17 high-impact sessions, highlighting actionable solutions and showcasing innovations driving the future of aid. Opening the conference, HE Abdulla Al Shaibani, Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, underscored the UAE’s commitment to embedding sustainability and resilience at the core of humanitarian efforts.

From climate-resilient logistics to financial sustainability, the pavilion served as a hub for forward-thinking dialogue and featured the award-winning Humanitarian Logistics Databank, a digital platform enabling real-time stockpile visibility and more coordinated emergency response, for a Global Safety Net. “This year we created a space where ideas met action and a collective commitment to do better for those in need took center stage. In an increasingly uncertain world, we came together to challenge convention and build a more agile, sustainable future for humanitarian response,” said Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation.

“From the global platform of the pavilion to the meaningful reflections shared at our annual meeting, the week reaffirmed our commitment to leading with purpose. We are not just adapting to the future, we are shaping it. Together, these two events reflect Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s evolving identity as a global platform powered by innovation, inclusivity, and sustainable action, in service of those who need it most,” Saba concluded.

Additional sessions explored emerging technologies, partnership models, and operational frameworks designed to elevate the sector’s readiness and long-term impact.

In the same week, Bin Rashid Care Foundation brought together over 100 stakeholders for its annual Global Meeting at the Knowledge and Development Center. The gathering reflected on key milestones from 2024 and invited the freezone community, non-profit organisations, UN entities, and commercial companies, to continue collaborating to shape the humanitarian action future direction. A standout moment was the launch of the “Community Pulse” survey, a call for real-time member feedback to guide strategic decisions in the years ahead.

The meeting also celebrated outstanding contributions from regional and global organizations through the Bin Rashid Care Foundation Awards, which honored excellence across four key categories:

Best Interactive Campaign: Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL)
Best SDG-Focused Project: Sparkle Malawi
Best Innovative Solution: International Medical Corps
Most Impactful Partnership: Life for Relief and Development

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation Pavilion at DIHAD 2025 Champions a New Era of Sustainable Innovation and Global Collaboration

admin — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:48:20 +0000

Bin Rashid Care Foundation will present a bold new chapter in humanitarian thinking at the upcoming Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD), taking place from 29 April to 1 May 2025 at Dubai World Trade Center, Sheikh Rashid Hall. The Bin Rashid Care Foundation Pavilion will serve as a vital platform to drive forward the theme of this year’s conference: Sustainable Innovative Solutions in the Humanitarian Field.

The pavilion will host over 35 expert speakers, more than 10 thought-provoking sessions, and showcase pioneering solutions and partnerships. Across three days, humanitarian leaders, policymakers, local humanitarian actors, innovators, academic researchers, and private sector partners will come together to discuss and shape the future of humanitarian action.

The pavilion will also spotlight:

A curated display of humanitarian innovative solutions
A dedicated networking platform for Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s global community
The Humanitarian Logistics Databank, a transformative digital platform for real-time stockpile visibility
Pioneering humanitarian initiatives and projects

With sessions on topics ranging from climate-resilient logistics to financial sustainability and green sourcing, the pavilion emphasizes a future where innovation, sustainability, and inclusive partnerships are no longer optional, but an essential.

“We have started our journey for a sustainable humanitarian supply chain a couple of years ago and it has never been more relevant than today. At a time of complex global crises, from climate-driven disasters to prolonged conflict and displacement, business as usual in the humanitarian sector is no longer enough,” said Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation. “At DIHAD 2025, we are reaffirming our commitment to reimagine humanitarian response. Through the pavilion, we aim to bring humanitarian actors, academia, and the private sector together in a collective effort to innovate with purpose, embed sustainability into every layer of action, and forge trusted partnerships that build lasting resilience.”

Over the three days, panel sessions at the Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s pavilion will explore critical themes poised to shape the future of humanitarian aid, with discussions covering:

Readiness of transforming Aid for Tomorrow’s Challenges
Innovating Sustainability: Bridging Cluster Insights with Innovation Labs
Revolutionizing Relief: Technology’s Role in Humanitarian Change
Building a Better Future: Greener and Smarter Sourcing for Humanitarian Aid
Financial Sustainability: Beyond Short-Term Wins
Rethinking Partnerships: Aligning Innovation & Sustainability for Impact

The Humanitarian Logistics Databank, developed by Bin Rashid Care Foundation, will be a key feature at the pavilion. This flagship award-winning platform enhances global emergency preparedness by providing real-time visibility of aid stockpiles across multiple hubs, enabling a Global Safety Net through faster, more coordinated, and cost-effective responses. The Databank has already proven critical in reducing duplication and accelerating the delivery of life-saving assistance during crises.

In alignment with Dubai’s long-standing vision of transformation, Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s pavilion reflects the leadership’s continued dedication to positioning the emirate as a global platform for humanitarian impact, collaboration, and innovation.

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Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, Bin Rashid Care Foundation airlifts 56.8 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies to support emergency efforts in Gaza

admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:52:23 +0000

The latest delivery marks the 25th airlift by Bin Rashid Care Foundation for Gaza, with total aid valued at AED45 million

Shipment is expected to provide critical assistance to more than 250,000 people

Government of Dubai Media Office – 24 April 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated a new relief airlift to support emergency efforts in Gaza. The operation delivered 56.8 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), to El Arish Airport in Egypt.

Valued at over AED4.3 million, the shipment departed Dubai on 23 April aboard a B747F aircraft operated by the Dubai Air Wing. The latest delivery marks the 25th airlift coordinated by Bin Rashid Care Foundation in response to the Gaza crisis, with the total value of all shipments to date amounting to approximately AED45 million.

The supplies are intended to replenish medical stocks in El Arish, ensuring immediate readiness for deployment into Gaza once access is secured. The shipment is expected to provide critical assistance to more than 250,000 people.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “At the heart of Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s mission lies a steadfast commitment to serving humanity, wherever and whenever needed. Guided by the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we remain dedicated to supporting international humanitarian efforts by facilitating the rapid delivery of life-saving aid to the people of Gaza. In the face of immense human suffering, it is our duty to stand in solidarity with those affected. Every shipment we help deliver is a message of hope and humanity, reminding those in crisis that they are not forgotten.”

Dr. Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, said: “Responding to the urgent and unmet needs of Palestinians, the World Health Organization is dispatching 56 metric tonnes of essential medicines, including specialised medications needed to treat patients recovering from trauma-related injuries and psychological trauma. WHO has already delivered over 175 metric tonnes of health supplies and equipment this year. This flight carries trauma equipment and surgical supplies to equip surgeons and health facilities with urgently needed materials to save lives and alleviate suffering. We are grateful to Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the Government of Dubai for their unwavering support of our health emergency response and their commitment to humanitarian causes around the world. WHO’s Logistics Hub in Dubai is at the forefront of our health emergency operations. It enables us to deliver more supplies, to more people, at a lower cost—at a time when per-patient costs are more critical than ever.”

Since January 2025, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated four dedicated airlifts to El Arish, delivering nearly 256 metric tonnes of WHO medical supplies. As the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub, Bin Rashid Care Foundation continues to coordinate closely with United Nations agencies, international NGOs, and government partners to enable the rapid and efficient delivery of critical aid from Dubai to crisis-affected communities across the region and beyond.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation Reinforces Global Humanitarian Cooperation at HNPW 2025

admin — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:19:19 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 April 2025: Bin Rashid Care Foundation concluded a successful participation at the 2025 Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW) in Geneva, reaffirming its commitment to advancing humanitarian coordination, digital transformation, and sustainable innovation in emergency response.

During HNPW 2025, Bin Rashid Care Foundation played a key role in high-level discussions, leading two pivotal sessions and contributing to expert panels addressing critical challenges in humanitarian operations while also leading strategic discussions.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, stated, “HNPW is an invaluable platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and driving meaningful solutions in humanitarian response. This year, we reinforced the critical role of digital transformation in aid logistics, championed the power of local capacity building, and strengthened strategic partnerships that will shape a more effective and sustainable humanitarian ecosystem. We are fully committed to innovate, adapt, and ensure that life-saving aid and relief are impactful and sustainable.”

Session 1: Digitalization to Support Humanitarian Response

Bin Rashid Care Foundation led discussions on the role of digital transformation in humanitarian logistics. Moderated by IMPACCT’s Virginie Bohl, the session explored the integration of advanced cargo information systems (ACI) and digital customs clearance solutions to enhance aid delivery efficiency. Bin Rashid Care Foundation reiterated its call for a Global Safety Net and the role of its Humanitarian Logistics Databank, which has been instrumental in mapping humanitarian items with unified Harmonized System (HS) codes. The discussion also emphasized the importance of digital platforms in warehouse management, commodity sourcing, and stock visualization to improve emergency response effectiveness.

Session 2: Empowering Local Responders Through Knowledge and Innovation

In its second session, moderated by Prof. Dr. J. Rod Franklin, Bin Rashid Care Foundation emphasized the need for localized humanitarian response mechanisms and advocated for shifting from traditional capacity-building approaches to knowledge transfer, empowering local responders to lead crisis response efforts. The discussion underscored the importance of strengthening collaboration between humanitarian organizations, private sector innovators, and academic institutions to drive impactful change. The session also emphasized bridging communication gaps between humanitarian actors and entrepreneurs, ensuring local voices are not just included but prioritized in shaping effective humanitarian solutions.

Advocating for Humanitarian Diplomacy and Innovation

As part of the Peaceland Foundation’s session on Pioneering Corporate Partnerships in Humanitarian Innovation, CEO Giuseppe delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of collaboration in driving innovative humanitarian solutions. Bin Rashid Care Foundation also contributed to critical discussions with IMPACCT on importation and customs clearance, alongside the World Customs Organization (WCO), UNCTAD, IMC, IFRC, and OCHA.

Additionally, Saba was a featured speaker at the DIHAD session “Humanitarian Diplomacy in a Polarized World: Challenges and Opportunities.” He addressed increasing constraints on humanitarian diplomacy and emphasized the need for stronger partnerships, particularly with civil society and the private sector, to ensure aid reaches those most in need. He also emphasized the rising costs in humanitarian supply chains, urging for cost-effective transit solutions to enhance aid delivery efficiency.

Amid ongoing developments and dialogue in the humanitarian sector, Bin Rashid Care Foundation is preparing for its participation in the upcoming Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference & Exhibition (DIHAD), where it will host dedicated sessions on Sustainable Innovation in the Humanitarian Field at its pavilion.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation delivers urgent medical aid to Myanmar following devastating earthquake

admin — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 06:43:53 +0000

Shipment includes 39.5 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, including medicines and equipment, to support health facilities responding to the emergency

Government of Dubai Media Office – 11 April 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation facilitated the airlift of critical medical supplies to Myanmar following the powerful earthquake that struck the country’s central region earlier this month.

The humanitarian flight, operated in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), departed from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) this morning and arrived at Yangon International Airport (RGN). The shipment included 39.5 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, including medicines and equipment, to support health facilities responding to the emergency.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “In times of extreme crisis, such as what we are witnessing in Myanmar, it is essential for the international community to unite in delivering a timely and coordinated response. This mission reflects Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s strategic commitment to supporting frontline humanitarian efforts and ensuring that critical supplies reach those most in need, when they need them most.”

The operation was coordinated by the logistics teams of Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the World Health Organization. It involved the transport of AED571,200 worth of essential relief items from the WHO Global Health Emergencies Logistics Hub, hosted within Bin Rashid Care Foundation, to support approximately 150,000 people.

Saima Wazed, WHO Regional Director for the South-East Asia Region, said: “The devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar nearly 2 weeks ago resulted in over 3,500 confirmed fatalities, 4,800 injured, and hundreds still missing and unaccounted for. WHO previously delivered 35 metric tons of health supplies to Myanmar last week to support the ongoing earthquake response. This delivery of medicines and health supplies including specialized trauma and emergency surgical instruments on today’s flight is vital to saving lives and alleviating suffering. We are grateful to Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the Government of Dubai for their support of our health emergency response.”

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake has intensified an already fragile humanitarian situation in Myanmar, where millions are affected by ongoing conflict, displacement, and limited access to essential services. With infrastructure damaged and health systems stretched, humanitarian actors have flagged an urgent need for medical support, shelter, and clean water.

Bin Rashid Care Foundation remains in close coordination with its members and international partners to monitor developments on the ground and continue supporting the broader humanitarian response in the days ahead. Another airlift, carrying 40 metric tonnes of shelter items for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, is also planned for early next week.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation Wins Gold at Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards for Innovation in Technology

admin — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 14:18:18 +0000

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 02 April 2025: Bin Rashid Care Foundation has been named the Gold Stevie® Winner for Innovation in Technology in the Non-Profit category at the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards. The recognition honors Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s pioneering Humanitarian Logistics Databank, a digital platform transforming global aid coordination and delivery.

Developed to enhance emergency response efforts, the Humanitarian Logistics Databank is a first-of-its-kind platform that provides real-time visibility on life-saving aid stockpiles across key humanitarian hubs, starting with Dubai, Italy, and Panama. Supported by customs authorities in each country, the platform streamlines aid operations, allowing response teams to quickly locate and mobilize critical supplies.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, commented:
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, our second Stevie Award for the Humanitarian Logistics Databank. When we created this platform in 2017, our goal was to enhance the way aid is prepositioned, managed and deployed, enabling a faster, more coordinated response to crises worldwide. Humanitarian aid is often life-saving, and as a proactive member and host of the humanitarian community, we must continuously evolve to meet the urgent needs of those we serve.”

The Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards celebrate innovation and excellence across industries, recognizing organizations that drive meaningful change through groundbreaking initiatives. Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s achievement highlights the growing impact of digital transformation in the humanitarian sector, setting a new benchmark for efficiency and global collaboration.

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