Connect. Collaborate. Drive Impact.

MEBAS – Middle East Business Alliance for Sustainability – brings together governments, companies, academia, NGOs, and young leaders between Europe and MENA to turn sustainability ambitions into real, measurable business and societal results.

Through knowledge sharing, actionable projects, and practical guidance, we help organizations grow responsibly, innovate strategically, and create lasting positive impact.

By enabling cross-regional collaboration and providing a platform for leaders and companies to exchange insights, MEBAS empowers businesses to make sustainability a driver of growth, resilience, and competitive advantage.

Together, we’re not just talking sustainability—we’re making it happen.

Impact Leadership Network

Exclusive access to peer forums, closed-door briefings, and collaborative initiatives that connect leaders across sectors and geographies.

Advisory & Consulting Services

Tailored guidance for corporates, nonprofits, and institutions on embedding sustainability into strategies, operations, and policies. Services include sustainable energy advisory, ESG reporting and assurance readiness, and programs to develop the next generation of sustainable leaders.

What We Do

MEBAS bridges Europe and the MENA region, bringing together business, government, academia, and investors to turn sustainable ambitions into measurable outcomes.

ESG & Sustainability Task Forces

Policy-relevant Task Force working groups that deliver actionable outputs — frameworks, white papers, and recommendations — aligned with global standards and regional needs.

Family Offices & Private Capital through Majlis

Curated convenings on sustainability, transition finance, and strategic investment opportunities in the region. Facilitating high-value discussions between investors, family offices, and corporates to advance impact-driven investments.

Programs & Capacity Building

Hands-on training, workshops, and internationally recognized certifications in CSR, ESG - empowering universities, students, youth, women, social entrepreneurs, and corporates with practical knowledge, hands-on university sustainability challenges, and green skills that drive real-world impact.

Sustainability Knowledge Trips & Retreats

Curated international and regional learning experiences, site visits, and immersive retreats that provide practical exposure to sustainability best practices, innovations, and strategies for leaders and teams.

A tree with one half full of green leaves and the other half bare, symbolizing growth and responsibility, with the text 'Be Part of the Movement for Responsible Growth'.

Who We Work With

MEBAS brings together diverse stakeholders across sectors and regions to drive practical, measurable impact. We focus on cross-sector collaboration that goes beyond dialogue - turning sustainability commitments into tangible business results, innovative solutions, and scalable programs. By connecting decision-makers, experts, and emerging talent, we help organizations align strategy with execution, navigate ESG and regulatory complexities, and create real-world value for businesses, communities, and the environment alike.

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International Certification in Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development

MEBAS is partnering with the IRDO – Institute for the Development of Social Responsibility, a prominent Slovenian organization focused on advancing social responsibility. Renowned for its research, training, and consulting expertise, IRDO is supported by a team of distinguished experts and researchers.

Our partnership aims to connect experts, organizations, and governments across the EU and UAE to promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices through joint initiatives.

We empower professionals to lead with purpose and impact by promoting the IRDO certificate for the International Certification Program in Social Responsibility (SR) and Sustainable Development (SD).

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Meet the Team

Dagmar Turkova

Co-Founder & Executive Director – UAE & Middle East, MEBAS
Sandra Abramovic

Co-Founder & Executive Director – Balkan & Europe, MEBAS
Lady Eve Laws

Chair of ESG and Sustainability Task Force and Senior Advisor - MEBAS
Founder / CEO Maison IG – Family Office Holding
Robert Wright

Chair of Sustainable Energy Task Force & Senior Advisor, MEBAS
Founder & CEO, Platform Sustainability Strategy, UAE
Ismail Tekin

Senior Advisor, MEBAS
Founder, The World Impacteurs, UAE
Roberta Calarese

Senior Advisor, MEBAS
Group Chief Legal Officer, SHUAA Capital, UAE
Frederic Saada

Senior Advisor, MEBAS
Co-Founder, Talea, Kuwait
Dr. Jacinta Dsilva

Chair of AI for Sustainability Task Force, MEBAS
Kamran Mahmood

Chair of ESG Property & Construction Task Force, MEBAS
Anita Hrast

Senior Advisor, MEBAS
General Manager, IRDO Institute for SR & SD, Slovenia
Kathy Lambert

Senior Advisor, MEBAS
CEO, KBL Impact Partners, US