March 2026
Remittance Startups Meetup Dubai
The World Remittance Action Forum (WRAF) presents an exclusive Startup Meetup in Dubai, a premier gathering designed for remittance and fintech innovators.
Next: First Annual Board & Sponsor Meeting · Maldives, November 2026
World Remittance
Action Forum
To enhance the global accessibility, affordability, and impact of remittances, ensuring they directly benefit and empower end users.
Who we are
Bridging money senders and remittance institutions.
The World Remittance Action Forum has been established to bridge the gap between money senders and remittance institutions, creating a unified ecosystem where both parties can collaborate effectively. The forum develops practical, transparent, and accountable policies that strengthen trust and ensure that both senders and beneficiaries receive the services they are rightfully promised.
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Everything you need for the forum
Programmes, events, people and partners. Everything WRAF does, in one place.
Agenda
Stakeholder meetups, labour wellbeing, financial literacy and migrant women programmes.
Explore →Speakers
Industry leaders and the speaker application for honourable speakers.
Explore →Partners & sponsors
Large worker, fintech, academia and media partners, plus the sponsorship program.
Explore →Register
Join the WRAF network as a worker, fintech, welfare, academia or technology partner.
Explore →Events
Startup meetups, the board & sponsor meeting in the Maldives and the 2027 awards.
Explore →News & community action
Campaigns and stories from across the remittance community.
Explore →Our schedule
WRAF events, 2026–2027
From startup meetups in Dubai and Saudi Arabia to the first annual excellence awards.
May 2026
Remittance Startups Meetup Saudi Arabia
A WRAF Startup Meetup for remittance and fintech innovators: a chance to network with investors, gain insights into financial regulations, access essential business resources, and meet regulatory authorities for guidance on the latest rules and compliance measures.
November 2026
First Annual Board & Sponsor Meeting, Maldives
The First Annual Board and Sponsor Meeting will be held in the Maldives, marking a significant milestone for the organization.
January 2027
WRAF Annual Excellence Awards
In January 2027, the World Remittance Action Forum (WRAF) will host its First Annual Excellence Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements and innovations across the global remittance landscape.
Community action
Latest from the community
We support communities through financial education, awareness campaigns, and partnerships.
Pakistan Business Council Dubai Meets Pakistan’s New Ambassador to Strengthen Pakistan–UAE Trade Relations
The Board of Directors of Pakistan Business Council Dubai (PBC), led by Chairman Mr. Shabbir Merchant, recently paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Shafqat Ali Khan, the newly appointed Ambassador of Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates. The meeting…
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When Remittance Delays Become Humanitarian Challenges: The Shared Responsibility of Financial Service Providers
For millions of families around the world, remittances are more than financial transactions—they are lifelines. These funds help cover essential expenses such as food, healthcare, education, housing, and daily living costs. When a family depends on…
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Fusion Remit and National Bank of Pakistan Promote Legal Remittances Through Grand Volleyball Event in Bologna, Italy
Fusion Remit, in collaboration with the Pakistan Kashmir Foundation Italy and with the support of its trusted payout partner, National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), successfully organized a grand volleyball event in Bologna, Italy, on 30 May 2026. The…
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Partners across the remittance ecosystem
Large-workforce employers, fintechs, universities and media partners.
Noon
Nakheel
Al Ghurair
Dulsco
Deliveroo
FedEx
PayLater
Paymentology
Laser Digital
BankDhofar
The BENEFIT Company
Sahm Capital
Become part of an ongoing global movement.
Sponsor labour engagement, financial literacy, women in finance, fintech for good, media and sustainability programs.