Gulf Sustain strives to promote worker welfare in GCC countries' economic diversification and green transition processes through research, capacity building, and collaboration.
While the green transition is imperative, providing clear guidance on implementing change without compromising affected workers' economic security and welfare is equally crucial. Our objective is to support solutions that prioritise both environmental sustainability and the well-being of workers.
Our efforts involve bridging divides and building partnerships with local and regional stakeholders on:
- Worker welfare
- Sustainable development
- Economic diversification
Gulf Sustain adopts a multi-stakeholder approach, drawing on the expertise of governments, the private sector, academia, and civil society to ensure that GCC countries can become strong drivers in the transition towards a sustainable future in order to connect silos, enhance collaboration and achieve a transition to diversified economies in the GCC that account for the welfare of all workers.
GCC Region
Gulf Sustain seeks to engage with diverse stakeholder groups from across the 6 GCC countries in line with their economic diversification strategies and plans for future-proofing local and foreign workforces in the region
DRIVE ENGAGEMENT
We bring together key stakeholders to ensure a multi-level approach and include diverse voices in green transition and economic diversification processes.
PRODUCE KNOWLEDGE
We develop research and create evidence to promote international standards and support the creation of robust policies and stronger forms of accountability
COLLABORATE & CO-CREATE
We partner with local, regional and international stakeholders to provide an enabling environment for developing actionable solutions and building capacity in the fields of green transition, economic diversification and worker welfare
Gulf Sustain is an initiative of the globally recognized think tank the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB)
IHRB's mission is to make human rights part of everyday business. For 15 years, IHRB has been a trusted partner to businesses, governments, civil society and communities worldwide. IHRB's work drives meaningful, systemic change, helping respect, protect and fulfil the rights of workers, communities and other stakeholders impacted by business actions