Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) Delivers Transformative Executive Program to Empower Future Leaders for Sustainable Development
Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org/) successfully completed the delivery of an executive program designed to develop the next generation of sustainability leaders.
The event was held on November 6, 2024 at the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as part of the 7th Saudi-Spanish Center for Islamic Economics and Finance (SCIEF) Islamic Finance Implementation Program. This prestigious gathering brings together professionals from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Nigeria, Australia and Spain.
The event broadly discussed the role of Islamic finance in addressing modern challenges and how the Islamic Development Bank Group supports the socio-economic development of its member countries and the global Muslim community. The program delves into key themes shaping the global development landscape, including:
- Women and Youth Empowerment (WYE): Moderated by Mr. Ahmed Faruk Diken (Manager, WYE, Islamic Development Bank), participants discussed strategies to empower women and youth and promote their active participation in economic and social development.
- Climate action and sustainable development: Moderated by Ms. Farhat Jahan Chowdhury (Senior Environmental Assurance Specialist, Islamic Development Bank), the conference delved into innovative approaches to combating climate change, promoting sustainable practices and green financial solutions.
- Sukuk issuance and sustainable finance framework: Moderated by Mr. Mohsin Sharif (Senior ESG and Investor Relations Specialist, IsDB) and Mr. Mustafa Binomar (Senior Capital Markets Specialist, IsDB), the session delves into the complexities of Sukuk issuance and sustainable finance, showcasing IsDB’s expertise in this area pioneering role.
- Innovative solutions to economic challenges: Chaired by Dr. Sami Al-Suwailem (Acting Director General, IsDBI), with the support of Mr. Yahya Rehman (Deputy Manager, IsDBI), Dr. Hilal Houssain (Deputy Manager, IsDBI), chaired by Dr. Hylmun Izhar (Senior Research Economist) at IsDBI ). This conference explores IsDBI’s cutting-edge solutions to address the complex economic challenges faced by IsDB member countries and foster a culture of innovation and problem-solving.
Through a combination of expert lectures, interactive workshops and case studies, the program provides participants with the essential knowledge, skills and networks they need to drive positive change.
The conference was informative and covered practical examples of the Islamic Development Bank’s activities in its member countries, covering a range of relevant topics. By promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing, IsDBI remains committed to helping future leaders shape a prosperous and sustainable future.
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About the Islamic Development Bank Institute:
The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) is the intellectual beacon of the Islamic Development Bank Group. Guided by Islamic economic and financial principles, the IDB Institute leads the development of innovative, knowledge-based solutions to support sustainable economic development in IDB member countries and various Muslim communities around the world. The IsDB Institute promotes economic development through pioneering research, human capital development, and knowledge creation, dissemination and management. The institute leads initiatives to advance the Islamic finance ecosystem, ultimately helping member countries achieve their development goals. For more information about the IsDB Institute, please visit https://IsDBInstitute.org/
