Mukhtara Compliance – Sustainability Policy

Sustainability Policy

Empowering Responsible Growth through Ethics, Inclusion, and Environmental Stewardship.

1. Policy Statement

Mukhtara Compliance is committed to operating in a socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable manner. We integrate sustainability into our core business strategy, advisory services, and educational programmes, contributing to the long-term well-being of our stakeholders, communities, and the planet.

As a business with a regional footprint across the UAE and the Middle East, we align our policy with national sustainability strategies, including the UAE Vision 2030, UAE Net Zero by 2050, and the broader UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

2. Our Sustainability Pillars

A. Environmental Responsibility

We actively support efforts to reduce our environmental footprint and promote climate resilience.

We commit to:

Minimising energy, water, and paper consumption across all office and training environments.
Leveraging digital training tools and remote delivery to reduce travel-related emissions.
Encouraging sustainable procurement practices (e.g., sourcing local and sustainable materials).
Promoting environmental awareness and responsibility among employees, clients, and partners.
Aligning with UAE Green Agenda 2030 and Net Zero 2050 ambitions where relevant.

B. Social Inclusion and Equity

We believe that compliance, education, and sustainable finance should be accessible and inclusive.

Our commitments include:

Supporting gender equality and women’s participation in financial services through targeted training and partnerships.
Providing access to professional qualifications and compliance training for young professionals, people in underserved regions, and underrepresented communities.
Respecting cultural diversity and promoting fairness, dignity, and ethical engagement with all stakeholders.
Encouraging partnerships that support social development, job creation, and skills transfer across the region.

C. Governance and Ethical Leadership

We uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and corporate governance, reinforcing trust, transparency, and accountability in all that we do.

Our commitments include:

Maintaining compliance with all local laws and regulations in the UAE, GCC, and wider MENA region.
Promoting good governance and ethical conduct through our advisory services and internal practices.
Embedding risk-based decision-making and anti-corruption principles into our consulting work and training delivery.
Integrating ESG criteria into our client engagements, ensuring businesses act responsibly and transparently.

3. Alignment with National and Regional Strategies

Mukhtara Compliance supports and aligns with key national and regional sustainability initiatives, including:

UAE Vision 2021, 2030 and 2050
National Climate Change Plan of the UAE (2017–2050)
The UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative
UN SDGs (especially SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 5: Gender Equality, SDG 8: Decent Work, SDG 13: Climate Action, and SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
The Arab Strategy for Sustainable Development 2030
ESG regulatory expectations led by GCC regulators, including the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)

4. Implementation and Responsibility

The Board of Mukhtara Compliance holds ultimate responsibility for the implementation and review of this policy.

Day-to-day delivery is managed through:
Sustainability-integrated training and advisory solutions
Internal monitoring of resource use, diversity indicators, and ESG alignment
Periodic reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
All employees and partners are expected to support this policy and contribute to our sustainability goals.

5. Monitoring and Reporting

We are committed to:

Establishing measurable indicators across environmental, social, and governance performance.
Monitoring our progress annually and publishing outcomes where applicable.
Seeking partnerships and accreditation aligned with international sustainability standards (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 26000, GRI, or B Corp in the future).

6. Review and Continuous Improvement

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it reflects evolving best practices, regulatory developments, and the sustainability ambitions of the UAE and the wider region.