The Conference Program
8:45-9:30 | Reception and Networking
9:30-10:00 | Opening and Welcome
Conference Host:
Laila Keesh
Media Figure
Opening and welcome by the main speakers
Presentation of the conference program and objectives – aligning expectations and an introduction to the Qudra Network and its activities
Raed Daqa
Mayor of Baqa al-Gharbiyye
Waleed Afifi
Founding member of the Qudra Network – Afifi Group
Rani Haj Yahia
Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qudra Network
Senior Consultant GNY Adv
CEO Jordan Gateway
Ahmad Muhana
Executive Director of Qudra Network
10:00-11:00 | Lecture and Panel
Dr. Rana Eseed
Lecturer and Researcher at the School of Social Work and Social Welfare at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
A lecture on Philanthropy in Arab society: Presentation of a new qualitative research on the values and motivations for giving within the Arab community
Facilitator: Laila Keesh
A panel featuring donors and speakers from various sectors to review the research findings, share their insights, and exchange perspectives
Dr. Samir Mahamid
Mayor of Umm al-Fahm
Hassan Tawafra
The Head of the Authority for Economic Development in the Arab Society
Reem Younis
Founding Member of the Qudra Network
ِCo-founder & EVP at Alpha Omega
Rami Zatout
Qudra Member
CEO & Owner at Sami Zatout Group
Dr. Mohamad Zahalka
Qudra Member
C.E.O of Alfa Gate, Chairman of Arab Industries Committee – Manufacturers Association
11:00-11:15 | Break
11:15-12:30 | Parallel Panels
From Organized Giving to Impact Investments
Operational Resilience as a Model (Arabic and Hebrew)
Facilitator:
Fadi Elobra
Impact Entrepreneur
Co-Founder at TALENTEAM
This session will explore the future of donation and philanthropy through sustainable impact investments, and discussing strategies for supporting and funding social projects while identifying opportunities for long-term positive impact. This includes addressing modern and innovative models in the field of social investments both locally and globally
Khaled Afifi
Qudra member
Philanthropic Committee Coordinator at Afifi Group
Rachel Benziman
Elah Alkalay
Chairperson of IBI Mutual Funds
Imad Younis
Founding Member of the Qudra Network
President of Alpha Omega
Ibrahim Nasasra
Founding Member of the Qudra Network
Founder and President of Tamam Group for Initiatives
Founder and President of Tamar Center for Science Development in the Arab Society in the Negev
Adv. Ariel Nissim
Partner – Meitar Law Offices
Innovation and Technology in Social Change and Philanthropy (Arabic)
Facilitator: Khouloud Ayuti
Director of Boustan Foundation
This session discusses the importance of innovation and the use of technology to enhance the impact of social change and philanthropy. It explores the relationship between modernity and innovation, technology and social change, and presents the most important technological tools used in social projects. The session also highlights successful examples of projects that have utilized innovation and technology to improve their outcomes
Mansour Mansour
Qudra Member
Al-Tira Press Owner
Dr. Hasan Abasi
Founder and CEO of HAAT Delivery
Aref Bashir
Founding member of the Qudra Network
ElBustan (Bashir Group)
Mona Haddad
Digital Expert
Managing Partnerships and Collaborations: (Arabic and Hebrew)
Facilitator: Ranin Saleh
Head of the Arab Civil Society Division at Mubadarat
This workshop will focus on the significance of strategic partnerships in creating measurable social impact. It will explore how to transform conventional collaborations into innovative, results-driven partnerships by identifying ideal partners, negotiating shared goals, and building trust-based, innovative relationships. Successful examples of global philanthropic partnerships will also be featured
Nidal Othman
Lawyer and Organizational Consultant
Director of The Forum of Arab Civil Society Organizations
Sigal Yaniv Feller
Executive Director, JFN
Salima Mustafa Suliman
Senior Director of Local Authorities’ Division and Deputy
Head of the Authority for Economic Development in the Arab Society, Ministry of Social Equality
Batya Kallus
Director of the Social Venture Fund
Adv. Galia Feit
Executive Director, Institute for Law and Philanthropy, Buchmann Faculty of Law, Tel Aviv University.
Ahmad Makalde
Qudra Member
CEO Al-Anwar Makalde LTD
Elli Booch
Director of Philanthropy, Edmond de Rothschild Foundation
From Giving to Impact Resilience and Community Security as a Model (Arabic)
Facilitator:
Eyad Barghuthy
Writer and Consultant
Dar Laila Publishing House
The discussion will focus on strategic philanthropy and knowledge production for achieving effective social change, as well as how to transform giving into a long-term, measurable impact. Participants will be guided to reflect on their values and direct their philanthropy towards major social challenges, particularly the issue of violence and crime. This will be done through exposure to inspiring experiences in planning, implementation, and measuring the impact of donations. The dialogue is based on the core principles outlined in the knowledge papers prepared and published by Qudra
Dr. Safa Abu Rabia
Program Director, Arab Community, Yad Hanadiv Foundation
Eliana Mahamid
Responsible for Partnerships Field in Mubadrat
Ameer Bisharat
CEO of The National Committee for Heads of Arab Local Authorities
Waleed Afifi
Founding member of the Qudra Network
Afifi Group
Raed Nakhleh
Qudra Member
12:30-12:45 | Break
12:45 - 13:30 | Qudra Talks
Showcasing inspiring stories and successful collaborations that have made a meaningful social impact
Artistic Performance
Al-Nour Choir for People with High Aspirations
Al-Majd Association and Institute for Music
Ibrahim Nasasra
Founding Member of the Qudra Network
Founder and President of Tamam Group for Initiatives
Founder and President of Tamar Center for Science Development in the Arab Society in the Negev
The School of Giving
Learning from the Experiences of Giving, and Giving to Advance Education
Video Presentation
Double the Donations, Double the Impact
Ahmad Mwassi
Program Officer- Arab Society, Edmond de Rothschild Foundation
The Impact of the Matching Grants Program
Double the Donations, Double the Impact
Dr. Nasreen Haddad-Haj Yehia
A founding partner at NAS
Expanding the Circles of Giving
The Potential of the Middle Class in Arab Society
