Rabat, Morocco – The Moroccan capital, Rabat, is preparing to host a historic and first-of-its-kind event: the "Arab-African Summit on Non-Profit Sector Financing," scheduled for November 20, 2025. Initiated by the pan-African association EPIK Leaders, this summit is set to mark a turning point in South-South cooperation mechanisms, particularly in the domain of solidarity funding, aiming to ensure the sustainability and impact of non-profit organizations (NPOs, NGOs, and associations).
Strategic Location and Extensive Partnership
The summit gains added significance from its chosen venue: the National Institute of Statistics and Applied Economics (INSEA) in Rabat. This choice reflects an approach that integrates scientific and economic methodologies to enhance charitable and humanitarian work.
The organization of the summit is not limited to EPIK Leaders alone. It is conducted in collaboration with a large number of reputable Arab, African, and international organizations, including but not limited to BBC Media Action and Moroccan Pulse, alongside other bodies and institutions working in development, media, and social action. This confluence underscores the mutual desire to build an integrated network supporting sustainable development across both continents.
Diverse Participants and In-Depth Discussions
The gathering will feature a distinguished and broad attendance, bringing together an elite group of speakers and experts, notably:
Leaders from Arab and African Non-Profit Organizations: They will share their field experiences and the funding challenges facing their institutions.
Specialists in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): To explore new avenues for financing social projects through the private sector and impactful investment.
Financial and International Experts: To present innovative financing models, including Islamic finance, impact investing, and crowdfunding.
This diversity aims to enrich the discussion on how to secure sustainable and transparent funding sources for associations working on the ground, with a strong focus on financial governance and tackling mounting economic challenges.
Major Goals: From Funding to Sustainability
The summit is rooted in the deep understanding that the sustainability of non-profit work requires a fundamental shift in the funding philosophy. The event seeks to achieve the following key objectives:
Discover Innovative Funding Models: Moving beyond traditional reliance on grants and aid, and exploring the potential of the social and solidarity economy.
Enhance Trust and Transparency: By adopting best practices in financial governance and disclosure.
Establish Lasting Partnerships: Creating genuine platforms for cooperation and knowledge exchange between Arab and African leaders.
The conference is expected to conclude with the Rabat Declaration on Solidarity Financing, which will serve as a roadmap to bolster financial and knowledge exchange between the two regions, ensuring that non-profit organizations can continue their vital role in addressing poverty, advancing education, and achieving comprehensive development