Reviving the Legacy of Waqf. Transforming the Future of Humanity.
A global platform for strengthening waqf governance, unlocking the potential of endowed assets, mobilising sustainable capital, and advancing lasting social and economic development.
Waqf: A Timeless Institution for a New Era
For centuries, waqf has supported education, healthcare, social welfare, community infrastructure and economic development. Its enduring principle is simple: assets dedicated to a lasting purpose can benefit generations.
Today, waqf has significant potential to contribute to sustainable development. Realising this potential requires strong governance, professional expertise, responsible investment, effective institutions and appropriate technology.
The Global Waqf Alliance seeks to help strengthen these foundations through knowledge, cooperation and the development of practical approaches to waqf governance and development.
Our Strategic Pillars
Governance & Legal Development
Supporting stronger governance, institutional accountability, transparency and informed legal development for waqf institutions.
Education & Capacity Building
Developing the knowledge, professional skills and institutional capabilities required for effective waqf administration and long-term development.
Digital Transformation & Innovation
Promoting responsible approaches to digital waqf administration, data governance, cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
Waqf Asset Development & Investment
Encouraging responsible stewardship, sustainable asset development and collaboration around long-term endowment potential.
Research & Knowledge
Facilitating research, policy dialogue and the exchange of expertise to inform better waqf practices.
Global Cooperation & Partnerships
Connecting institutions, authorities, scholars and development partners around shared priorities and collaborative initiatives.
Global Waqf Development Frameworks
Building the Future of Waqf
GWA is developing a complementary collection of frameworks intended to support governance improvement, legislative development and responsible digital transformation.
Global Waqf Governance Standards
A proposed reference for institutional governance, accountability, transparency and responsible stewardship of waqf assets.
Model Waqf Law Framework
A proposed legislative reference to support national review and development of waqf laws.
Waqf Digitisation Framework
A proposed framework addressing digital registries, smart contracts, AI governance, cybersecurity and responsible technology use.
Waqf Education & Capacity Building Center
Building Knowledge. Developing Expertise. Strengthening Institutions.
The proposed Waqf Education & Capacity Building Center aims to strengthen professional knowledge and institutional capabilities across the global waqf ecosystem.
Its intended areas of focus include waqf governance, administration, Shari’ah and legal knowledge, finance and asset development, digital waqf, leadership and applied research.
The Center seeks to encourage collaboration among waqf institutions, universities, training organisations, scholars and professional practitioners.
From Knowledge to Cooperation
Strengthening waqf requires more than ideas and frameworks. It requires people and institutions working together to identify priorities, develop solutions, build capacity and learn from implementation.
GWA seeks to facilitate this process through:
Research and institutional dialogue.
Development of governance and policy resources.
Education and professional capacity building.
Cooperation among relevant institutions and experts.
Exploration of practical initiatives with willing partners.
The scope of each initiative depends on its development, governance approvals, participating institutions, available resources and applicable law.
Who We Work With
We seek to engage with waqf authorities, endowment institutions, governments, Islamic financial institutions, Shari’ah scholars, legal professionals, universities, technology providers, researchers, investors and development organisations.
Join the Global Waqf Alliance
Whether you represent a national waqf authority, manage an endowment, advise on Islamic finance, develop digital solutions, or support humanitarian development, your institution can contribute to the advancement of a stronger global waqf ecosystem.
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Join us in bridging Islamic principles for transformative change and sustainable communities.
GLOBAL WAQF ALLIANCE
An international platform dedicated to strengthening waqf governance, institutional capacity, responsible investment, digital transformation, and cross-border cooperation for sustainable development.
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