Gulf Research Center
Independent research and analysis on the Gulf region
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Visit www.grc.aeAbout Gulf Research Center
The Gulf Research Center is a think tank dedicated to study and analysis of the Gulf region and its place in the wider world. Through research publications, policy analysis, and academic exchange, it examines political, economic, social, and security developments affecting Gulf countries. The center serves scholars, policymakers, and the public seeking informed perspectives on regional affairs.
Mission
To produce independent, rigorous research and analysis that deepens understanding of the Gulf region and informs policy and public debate.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereFounding story
· Founding, renaming & milestonesThe Gulf Research Center was founded in July 2000 by Dr. Abdulaziz Sager as an independent think tank producing scholarly research on the Gulf region, with offices including Geneva and a regional presence in the UAE.
How it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar advocacy & civil rights in UAEConcerns
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- a contact email
- financial records
- leadership details
- a donation page
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyGulf Research Center is an advocacy & civil rights nonprofit based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. GiveRadar lists it from public charity directories and does not hold an official government registration record for it. It was founded in 2000 and has been operating for 26 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 37/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate.
Gulf Research Center has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 37 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for advocacy & civil rights charities in UAE is 34/100.
Gulf Research Center is located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The organization was established in 2000 and has been active for 26 years. Its address is 187 Oud Metha Tower, 11th Floor, 303 Sheikh Rashid Road, P.O.Box : 80758, Dubai., United Arab Emirates.
Gulf Research Center is classified as an Advocacy & Civil Rights organization, based in UAE. It operates as a Non-Governmental.
Gulf Research Center is listed in GiveRadar's directory of UAE nonprofits, compiled from public charity directories. GiveRadar does not hold an official government registration record for it, so confirm its registration status directly before giving. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
The Gulf Research Center is a think tank dedicated to study and analysis of the Gulf region and its place in the wider world. Through research publications, policy analysis, and academic exchange, it examines political, economic, social, and security developments affecting Gulf countries. The center serves scholars, policymakers, and the public seeking informed perspectives on regional affairs. Gulf Research Center is an advocacy & civil rights organization based in UAE. The organization was founded in 2000.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Arab Emirates under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Gulf Research Center is listed in United Arab Emirates. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Gulf Research Center is listed in United Arab Emirates. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Founding date · 2000
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Financial dataNo annual financial filings on file
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Government registrationNo public registry ID
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Tax-deductibilityNot verified
Methodology
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Quick facts about Gulf Research Center
- What is Gulf Research Center?
- Gulf Research Center is a advocacy & civil rights non-governmental based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Gulf Research Center is a think tank dedicated to study and analysis of the Gulf region and its place in the wider world. Through research publications, policy analysis, and academic exchange, it examines political, economic, social, and security developments affecting Gulf countries. The center serves scholars, policymakers, and the public seeking informed perspectives on regional affairs.
- When was Gulf Research Center founded?
- Gulf Research Center was founded in 2000.
- Where is Gulf Research Center located?
- Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The charity operates in 5 countries.
- Is Gulf Research Center trustworthy?
- Gulf Research Center has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Gulf Research Center's website?
- http://www.grc.ae
- Are donations to Gulf Research Center tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of UAE under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.