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3/19/25, 1:12 PM Office Of Development Affairs Hosts Two Sessions At Investopia 2025 On Future Of Philanthropy | Pakistan Point
Garcia Mora, Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean were on the
panel.

Reflecting on the future of philanthropy and the necessity of sustainable financial models, Badr
Jafar remarked, “Philanthropy is entering a new era, one defined by innovation, strategic capital
deployment, and measurable impact. The UAE has emerged as a global hub for philanthropy,
leveraging its position as a convener of cross-sector collaboration and its deep commitment
to technology and innovation. AI and digital platforms are transforming how we mobilise and
scale giving, shifting from traditional donations to catalytic capital that unlocks new resources
and drives systemic change.”
The roundtable, meanwhile, focused on the future of impactful charitable investment by
harnessing modern and innovative methods to maximize positive impact and social progress.
Titled “From Niche to Norm: The Future of Impact Investing,” the interactive roundtable featured
high-level government leaders, CEOs, investors, and civil society representatives, who explored
the mainstream adoption of impact investing, emphasizing the role of transparency, data-driven
impact tracking, and blended finance models in scaling the sector. With trillions in wealth
transfers expected over the coming decades, the roundtable highlighted how impact investing is
shaping the future of finance.

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