Al Sharq Forum (Arabic: منتدى الشرق) is an independent, international non-profit organization that aims to consolidate the values of pluralism and justice, while developing long-term strategies and programs that contribute to the political development, economic prosperity, and social cohesion of the people of the Al Sharq region and the world.[1]
Its director of strategic research is Mohammad Affan.
منتدى الشرق | |
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| Formation | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Wadah Khanfar |
| Legal status | nonprofit organization |
| Website | http://www.sharqforum.org/ |
Al Sharq Forum is currently headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, and there is also three offices in London, United Kingdom Geneva,[2] Switzerland and Kuala Lumpur.[3]
The Forum consists of three pillars working in tandem to ensure the realization of its mission:
Al Sharq Strategic Research edit
A think tank that looks to undertake impartial,[4] rigorous research to promote the ideals of democratic participation, an informed citizenry, multi-stakeholder dialogue and social justice.
Al Sharq Academia edit
An online platform offering an eclectic range of academic courses[5] that aim at disseminating knowledge from the social sciences and humanities, and is targeted at civil and political activists with a view to enhance informed action.
Al Sharq Youth edit
A network of committed and active youth, leading change towards a more inclusive and just world. Established in 2012,[6] by Wadah Khanfar, the former director general of Al Jazeera Network, is the co-founder and President.[7]
References edit
- ^ Al Sharq Forum
- ^ Al Sharq Forum, University of North Carolina, 2015, archived from the original on 24 January 2022, retrieved 10 June 2018
- ^ Al Sharq Forum Contact us
- ^ Al Sharq Strategic Research
- ^ Al Sharq Academia
- ^ Al Sharq Youth
- ^ "Wadah Khanfar, co-founder, The Sharq Forum and former director general, Al Jazeera Network", The Guardian, 2012, retrieved 10 June 2018