This invitation is exclusively for recipients who have received it via email.
📅 Date: 10 April 2025
⏰ Time: 09:00 – 14:00
📍 Venue: Sheikh Zayed Center for Conferences and Exhibition, Ajman University, University Street, Al Jurf, Ajman
JOIN THE MOVEMENT FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
We are honored to invite you to the 2024/2025 UAE Wellbeing Economy Award Ceremony, a landmark event celebrating the brightest minds and innovative ideas shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for the UAE.
Hosted by Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Ajman University, and the UAE Universities Climate Network (UCN), this ceremony will recognize exceptional research that redefines economic success, prioritizes wellbeing, and addresses the challenges of sustainable development.
Why Attend?
• Celebrate the top three awardees and their groundbreaking research.
• Gain insights into the future of wellbeing economies, renewable energy, and alternative prosperity indicators.
• Network with leaders from academia, government, NGOs, and the private sector.
• Be part of a movement that prioritizes human dignity, environmental sustainability, and equitable resource distribution.
We would be delighted to have you join us.
Please RSVP your spot at this exclusive event by registering before 5 April 2025.
Award Ceremony Agenda to be shared through email.
About the UAE Wellbeing Economy Award
The UAE has established itself as a global leader in sustainability and wellbeing, with initiatives like the UAE National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, the National Program for Happiness and Wellbeing, and the appointment of the world’s first Minister of State for Happiness and Wellbeing. These efforts have earned the UAE 22nd place in the 2024 World Happiness Report, the highest ranking in the region.
The Wellbeing Economy Award builds on this legacy, highlighting sustainable development practices and engaging stakeholders in envisioning a prosperous, inclusive, and resilient country.
In December 2024, Greenpeace MENA and Ajman University launched a call for submissions. The call was open to everyone based in the UAE, with a particular emphasis on students and independent researchers affiliated with UAE organizations, including both undergraduate and graduate students. We requested their valuable contributions to the Wellbeing Economy Award, through the submission of innovative research papers that explore the Wellbeing economy in the context of the UAE, moving beyond GDP and addressing the challenges and opportunities in the country’s sustainable development journey.
The award encouraged the exploration of several key thematic areas:
- Future of Economies: Redefining wellbeing and economic systems beyond GDP, focusing on holistic development and economic diversification.
- Drawbacks of Luxury as a Wellbeing Indicator: Challenging the conventional notion of luxury as an indicator of wellbeing, promoting social connection and sustainability.
- Alternative Indicators to GDP: Exploring measures of prosperity that capture social inclusivity, environmental sustainability, and equitable resource distribution.
Future of Energy: Transitioning to renewable energy sources, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable energy systems to mitigate climate change.
Award Ceremony Agenda Coming Soon
About Greenpeace MENA Wellbeing Economy Campaign
The Wellbeing Economy Campaign, led by Greenpeace MENA, advocates for economic systems that prioritize human dignity, health, happiness, and planetary wellbeing over profit-driven metrics like GDP. Our vision is to create sustainable, equitable, and inclusive communities where resources are used efficiently, and the needs of all are met.
Together, Let’s Shape a Future Where Wellbeing is at the Heart of Economic Progress
We welcome you to this inspiring celebration of innovation and sustainability.