Inspiring Creators: 6th Edition Nominations Now Open

The Arab Hope Makers initiative has opened nominations for its sixth edition, searching for individuals and organizations across the Arab world who are making a real difference in their communities. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched this year's competition with a one million dirham prize for the winner.

Applications are now being accepted through arabhopemakers.com for what's considered the largest Arab initiative of its kind. The program celebrates people who dedicate their time and resources to helping others, improving living conditions, and creating positive change in their communities.

Anyone with a humanitarian or community initiative can apply for the Hope Makers award. This includes individuals, institutions, charities, volunteer groups, and organizations focused on humanitarian or social work. People can also nominate others they believe deserve recognition.

But there are specific requirements. The nominated initiative must be original and innovative, actually improve people's lives, and create measurable positive impact in the community. The person behind the initiative needs to be recognized in their community for their efforts and outstanding humanitarian work.

Here's the catch - the work must be completely voluntary with no profit motive. If an organization applies, it must be registered as a non-profit. The initiative also needs to be sustainable and scalable, with clear, measurable results that can be evaluated.

The process works like this: after nominations close, multiple committees review and verify all applications. Throughout the competition, documented stories of hope makers get shared across social media platforms and traditional media, complete with photos and videos so the public can engage with these inspiring stories.

Candidates go through several stages before reaching the final round in Dubai. The top hope makers undergo comprehensive evaluation, including detailed review of their projects and initiatives through documents and evidence, before the winner gets announced.

The initiative falls under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives foundation. Its main goal is highlighting hope makers across the Arab world - both men and women who dedicate their time, effort, and resources to serving others, helping the poor and needy, providing disaster relief, and improving life around them.

Beyond recognition, the program provides financial support to help winners continue and expand their work. The million dirham prize helps them intensify their humanitarian and volunteer efforts, reaching more beneficiaries in their communities.

The broader mission involves spreading hope and positivity throughout the Arab world, encouraging giving despite challenges. It aims to create inspiring role models among Arab youth who can serve as examples for others working toward constructive change and community development.