Athar Innovation

ATHAR is a non-profit initiative that provides socio-technological innovative solutions for humanitarian actions in the Arab region through: 1. Providing the first Arab platform for exchanging knowledge, experiences, and initiatives around the world related to the development of humanitarian work; this platform helps in creating a rich creative environment for humanitarian solutions in the Arab world. Innovating and developing solution models for humanitarian problems and challenges in the Arab region. Developing humanitarian action personnel capacities in the socio-technological field. ATHAR Vision To be an energetic regional reference in providing solutions and special services in the humanitarian field. ATHAR Mission To optimize the value of benevolent “social impact” in Arab societies through building an interactive knowledge-system for development providing solutions and services to individuals and institutions concerned with humanitarian action; and increasing government, community and youth contributions and initiatives in Arab societies. ATHAR Values - Innovation: direct benefit in all that we offer is the core of our job- Inspiration: We aim to inspire others and prove that there is always a room for innovation and value creation- Collaboration: We believe in cooperation, participation and cohesion of stakeholders. Why ATHAR? Creating awareness of the importance of innovation in humanitarian work, particularly in the Arab region; and contributing to the preparation of a generation of innovators and creative pioneers in humanitarian work. Offering practical initiatives and socio-technological innovations in humanitarian work that meet the needs of Arab societies. Developing the skills and capabilities of innovators; and finding professional specialists working in the development of humanitarian work. Establishing a network of experts and platforms supporting innovation in humanitarian work.