UMR President Dr. Abed Ayoub Joins Webinar on Engaging with the United Nations System (ECOSOC)
On July 12, 2025, UMR President Dr. Abed Ayoub participated in a virtual workshop titled "Engaging with the United Nations System (ECOSOC)," organized by the International Forum for Development Organizations in partnership with the United Mission for Relief and Development (UMR), Sherian Alkhair Society – Jordan, and George Mason University.
The two-hour session, held via Zoom, brought together leaders from humanitarian and development sectors, civil society, and nonprofit organizations. The workshop offered a practical and in-depth exploration of how NGOs can effectively engage with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Key Topics Covered:
- The role and structure of ECOSOC within the UN system
- How ECOSOC serves as a platform for NGO engagement
- The process of obtaining ECOSOC consultative status
- Benefits of consultative status for NGOs
- Major ECOSOC events relevant to nonprofit organizations
- Eight key stakeholder groups NGOs can engage with at the UN
- Common challenges faced by NGOs within ECOSOC
- Case studies, lessons learned, and strategic recommendations
- Interactive Q&A and open discussion
Featured Speakers:
- Dr. Muawiya Al-Bukhari
Ambassador, Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Associate Professor, National University of Sudan (NUSU) - Dr. Samir Abu Rumman
Visiting Professor, George Mason University; Consultant for NGOs at the United Nations and ECOSOC; Advisor to UMR
Moderated by:
- Dr. Abdul Karim Ayoub
President of UMR & Adjunct Professor at Indiana University
This workshop served as a valuable platform to build capacity among development leaders and strengthen collaboration between NGOs and multilateral institutions such as the United Nations.
