Volunteers welcome launch of ‘Ayadi' platform
The platform is designed to unify national volunteer activities under one system, enabling individuals, teams and institutions to coordinate initiatives across sectors such as health, education, environment and emergency response.
Hamoud bin Murdad al Shabibi, Advisor for Planning to Minister of Social Development, said the platform will help manage volunteer hours, monitor team activities and reduce duplication, particularly during emergencies. 'It will allow better coordination and lower operational costs while attracting specialised competencies,' he said.
As the first platform of its kind in the sultanate, Ayadi will offer a centralised database of volunteers and organisations. Institutions can submit initiatives, track contributions, and generate reports to ensure transparency and improve performance oversight.
MoSD also plans to support volunteer teams through training programmes aimed at building capacity and reinforcing the role of community partnerships in national development goals.
Abdullah bin Khalfan al Abri, a member of Ibri Charity Volunteer Team, said Ayadi will enhance coordination between volunteers and institutions. 'It will help us implement targeted initiatives more efficiently,' he said. His team is currently running the Sawaed al Khair initiative, which provides roadside assistance and rest areas for pilgrims passing through the wilayat.
Ahmed bin Saif al Rashidi, Head of Barka Charity Team, said the platform resolves several challenges, including tracking volunteers and linking individuals with relevant opportunities. 'It enhances transparency and helps document our efforts,' he said. His team has completed several projects, such as construction of houses for the needy and launch of digital donation tools, including a WhatsApp-based charity channel and the 'Ataa Barka' application.
Volunteers said the structured framework provided by Ayadi will support professional civic work and help instil values of social responsibility, especially among young people.
MoSD stated that it hopes Ayadi will position the volunteer sector as a strategic contributor to Oman Vision 2040 objectives and sustainable community development.
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