Dubai’s Community Contributions Establishment Jood and telecom operator du have won the Best CSR Initiative in the Middle East award at the Telecom Review Awards, announced on November 7, 2026, according to WAM.
The award recognises Jood’s development of an integrated digital ecosystem that enhances community participation, ensures transparency, and improves resource allocation in line with Dubai’s social agenda.
Marwan Rashid bin Hashem, CEO of Jood, said the award reflects Dubai’s leadership in building innovative and sustainable CSR models.
"The partnership with du demonstrates the importance of combining community and technological expertise to develop digital solutions that expand opportunities for participation and improve the effectiveness of social initiatives,"
Hanan Ahmad, Chief Regulatory and Shared Services Officer at du, added that the cooperation helps initiatives reach target groups, address identified priorities and connect technological capabilities with the actual needs of the community, supporting sustainable social impact in line with Dubai’s vision.
