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Investment in cancer prevention crucial to avoid global health system crisis, WISH 2024 Summit hears
3 min readExperts at QF’s biennial global healthcare gathering highlight the growing burden of breast and cervical cancers
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends opening of Qatar Foundation’s WISH 2024 Summit
5 min readExperts address the world ’s most pressing healthcare challenges at the World Innovation Summit for Health’s seventh biennial global conference in Qatar
Community invited to experience QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts as tickets go on sale
4 min readFive-day Education City event will feature musical and theatrical performances, poetry and storytelling recitals, workshops, lectures, and culinary experiences
International conference in Qatar ends with Doha Call to Action on supporting families
8 min readOver 30 recommendations produced through talks ahead of and during the conference, organized by QF’s Doha International Family Institute
Global crises risk chances of meeting Sustainable Development Goals, warns UN chief at QF talk
4 min readHer Excellency Amina J. Mohammed speaks about next year’s Second World Summit for Social Development in Qatar, and conflict in the Middle East
From work and technology to living amid conflict global conference in Doha explores the way forward for supporting families
7 min readQF’s Doha International Family Institute organizes milestone event marking 30th anniversary of the International Year of the Family.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser speaks at the opening of the 30th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family Conference in Doha
5 min readGlobal experts, policymakers, and thought leaders explore key global megatrends at conference marking the 30th anniversary of the International Year of the Family
QF ushers in a new season of sports at Education City
5 min readRegistration now open for QF-organized competitions that will be part of National Sport Day 2025
QF’s WISH to highlight impact of conflict on healthcare in upcoming summit
4 min readHumanizing health, care and the role of a resilient community highlighted in reports by QF’s DIFI and WISH
Gaza Patient Program at QF’s Sidra Medicine is on the frontline of critical care for injured Palestinians
7 min readUpcoming WISH 2024 summit will focus on the impact of war and conflict on healthcare
‘One day, I will wake up to the news that Palestine has been liberated’
8 min readWith the war in Gaza having this week entered its second year, members of the QF community and a Palestine expert share their emotions, perspectives – and hopes for the future
QF teacher: How teaching children about music strengthens their identity
6 min readWorld Teachers’ Day celebrates the central role that teachers play in the development of the new generation
Can technology use lead to cultural erosion?
5 min readQatar Foundation experts discuss key ways to balance online exposure of global perspectives with cultural values and beliefs
The impact of technology on children's development: Digital devices as a replacement for caregivers
4 min readAnalysis of the effectiveness of technology as an alternative to caregivers in improving social interaction and social skills learning in children
Historic house at QF’s Education City to host program nurturing traditional artistic crafts
2 min readRegistration opens for Herfati program at Al Khater House, which will build skills and knowledge in – and appreciation for – Qatari and Islamic crafts
On International Day to Protect Education from Attack, voluntary efforts harness education to restore hope for Palestinian children
5 min readIn line with the efforts of the State of Qatar to contribute to providing education to millions of children who are not in schools around the world
QF, EAA, and IOC to launch international collaboration to strengthen societies through sports
5 min readQatar, Sudan, and India among countries to benefit from project focused on advancing equity, inclusion, and education
First Jr. NBA League in Qatar concludes at QF’s Education City
5 min readNBA’s Her Time to Play program ran alongside the tournament, pairing on-court basketball skills with off-court life lessons for girls from across the country
QF honors Ability Friendly Program participants
4 min readEvent highlights the impact of inclusive sports opportunities for individuals with different abilities
QF connects its graduates in the US and Canada through first international Alumni Chapter
4 min readA collaborative network will support QF alumni across North America.
Trauma is carried in the body and passed along for generations, says psychologist from QF’s Sidra Medicine
5 min readAccording to report by QF member Doha International Family Institute, traditional family roles are dramatically altered during times of conflict
Awsaj Academy celebrates graduation of Prime Program Class of 2024
3 min readThe ceremony honors the achievements of 324 high school students with learning difficulties
QF’s Education City Gift Shop launches new product line by women of Gaza in collaboration with a Palestinian artist
3 min readCollection includes limited number of T-shirts featuring Tatreez – the Palestinian cross-stitch
QF to host graduation ceremony for school students
10 min readEvent will celebrate the achievements of graduates and highlight their role in promoting social responsibility and making a global impact
Don't let go of my hand: why a father's presence matters for a child with autism
5 min readAn expert from Qatar Foundation highlights the crucial role fathers play in shaping a child’s personality
QF graduates embrace learning opportunities beyond the classroom
5 min readMembers of QF’s Class of 2024 reflect on their university experience, and how it has inspired them to make a difference to the world around them
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends QF’s Annual Alumni Forum
6 min readNew QF Alumni Award announced as event brings together graduates of QF’s schools and universities from across the years.
QF Class of 2024 graduates advocate for change
3 min readMembers of Northwestern University in Qatar’s lates graduating class champion the Palestinian cause
How QF alumni are driving efforts to champion humanitarian causes
6 min readMembers of the Class of 2024 speak about how they combine their studies with service to global society
Her Highness Sheikha Moza honors the winners of QF’s Akhlaquna Awards
4 min readAkhlaquna Day celebrates the achievements of those who contribute to initiatives that have a positive impact on society
Family wellbeing has lasting impact on students' ability to learn at school
5 min readExperts across Qatar Foundation weigh in on how parents’ mental health significantly influences their child’s education
QF students lead ‘Falcon Fest’ fundraising event to support Palestine
5 min readStudents at Qatar Academy Doha emphasize the importance of enhancing school spirit and demonstrating solidarity
Spirituality meets sustainability at Education City as QF’s zero-waste iftar returns
3 min readCommunity iftar at Minaretein (Education City Mosque) reflects the Islamic values of moderation, conservation, and responsibility toward the planet
QF teacher and Education Excellence Award winner: 'Education is fertile ground for creating impact'
3 min readAli Al-Samhari, a teacher at QF’s Qatar Leadership Academy, speaks about his career transition from engineering to teaching.
QF hosts ladies-only race on International Women’s Day
2 min readEvent at Al Shaqab promotes female fitness and empowerment
Qatar Foundation wraps up successful participation at the inaugural Web Summit Qatar 2024
4 min readQF entities showcased their endeavors in shaping the future of technology at the Summit brought to the region for the first time
How Qatar Foundation and Volkswagen Middle East partnership are shaping an inclusive football landscape
3 min readCollaboration led to the inception of skill-building initiatives designed for women in football
Seeroo fi al ardh artwork at Education City offers interactive art workshops
3 min readQatar Foundation invites visitors of all ages to channel their inner artist
Why QF’s Education City is a destination for wellness
4 min readArray of health and sporting facilities make it the ideal setting for everyone to stay active, says triathlete
A host of community activities in 2024 to attract visitors to Qatar Foundation’s Education City
3 min readResidents and tourists invited to enjoy events, classes, and activities focused on sports, language, culture, and family fun
Pioneer QF doctor: the Arab world needs Arab scientists – and this is where they can make a difference
8 min readProfessor Ziyad M. Hijazi, Chief Medical Officer and Chair of the Department of Cardiovascular Diseases at Sidra Medicine, speaks about a career of “touching hearts”
Inspiring the next generation - mothers paving the way through sports in Qatar
5 min readJawaher Al-Nasr, a Qatari football player and coach at Qatar Foundation, talks about empowering girls and women in through sports
QF students take the lead in educating the community on National Sport Day
4 min readMore than 200 students attend 40 workshops hosted by local federations and organizations
Panel of female athletes at QF emphasize role of opportunities in empowering girls in sports
4 min readThe talk held at the Education City Stadium on National Sport Day discussed the challenges facing Muslim women in the world of sports
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends QF’s National Sport Day activities
5 min readInclusive sporting environment created at Education City for persons with disabilities and women and girls
“Not everything requires payment, some things ought to be done solely as service for humanity,” says AFC ASIAN CUP QATAR 2023™ volunteer
5 min readAssistant Professor at QF’s HBKU speaks about role as an accessibility volunteer
QF’s Ability Friendly participants enjoy AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™
4 min readChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder enjoy live football from the comfort of the sensory room in the Education City Stadium
Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women welcomes the community
4 min readMembers of the public experience mosque and the center’s facilities, and sample its programming
Her Highness Sheikha Moza inaugurates Center and Mosque for Women
5 min readAl-Mujadilah set to provide religious, developmental, and social programming to Muslim women of all ages and backgrounds
Education City: Where art and academics converge
5 min readExposure to art encourages global perspectives and interdisciplinary connections among students, say experts at Education City
Her Highness Sheikha Moza participates in QF’s celebration of International Day of Education
6 min readEducation City session discusses the collective responsibility towards preserving language as the essence of identity
QF offers free Arabic language course for its university students
3 min readDiscover Arabic program helps to showcase Arab culture and heritage
QF school students raise over QAR20 million to support Palestine
5 min readStudents demonstrate deep commitment to standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people and their cause
Reflecting the harsh reality of Palestine through art
5 min readAs she creates her art pieces, a Qatar Foundation alumna is illustrating the daily struggles the people of Palestine face
Between the hammer of social responsibility and the anvil of social media
5 min readGiven the graphic documentation of the genocide in Gaza on social media, QF experts explain the need to preserve our mental health in order to keep advocating for justice
QF’s Qatar Academy Doha students organize charity football match for Palestine
3 min readProceeds of friendly football match at Education City Stadium will go towards relief support for Palestinians
Volunteer-led initiative at QF powers new product line crafted by people of all abilities
4 min readNotebooks and tote bags featuring work of child artists available at Education City Gift Shop
How to support the Palestinian Diaspora during the war on Gaza
QF experts speak about the socio-emotional impact of war on Gaza – and how to talk to children about it
Artificial Intelligence’s role in advancing accessibility and inclusion spotlighted at 2023 WISE Summit
4 min readMembers of Qatar’s community of persons with disabilities share their views on what must be done to ensure AI benefits their lives.
Students explore the ethics of AI in education at 2023 WISE summit
4 min readDiscussion emphasizes the need for a balance between technological progression and ethical standards.
Artificial Intelligence is a ‘new engine of knowledge’, QF’s WISE Summit hears
4 min readPanelists focus on importance of building ethical AI and what it means for learning – and the future of universities
Her Highness Sheikha Moza opens 11th edition of WISE Summit
5 min readSafeena Husain recognized as the 2023 Wise Prize for Education Laureate for work with Educate Girls
QF panel hears how embedding values and morals into businesses can support social justice
4 min readSpeakers from across Qatar Foundation discuss social entrepreneurship in the context of Palestine
Dealing with disinformation to find the true story of the Israeli attacks on Gaza
7 min readQF professor highlights the challenges that misleading and biased information and reporting pose – and how to overcome them.
Economies driven by science and innovation are the way forward, says expert at QF
6 min readDr. Ali Sultan, a Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Weill Cornell Medicine – Qatar, shares key insights on how the Arab World can continue to grow
QF students plant olive trees in solidarity with Palestine
4 min readStudent-led initiative promotes heritage, resilience, and environmental awareness
How to challenge hostile media narratives toward Palestine
7 min readQF professor explores why the Israeli message dominates Western discourse and the obstacles for the Palestinian voice to be heard
QF school students pray for Gaza
2 min readQunoot prayer event shows solidarity with the Palestinian people
“Research alliances are the key to advance scientific research in the Arab world,” says QF scientist
5 min readDr. Halima Bensmail, Principal Scientist at HBKU, emphasizes education and community awareness in fostering Arab youth's belief in the value of research
QF schools show support for Palestine
5 min readEvents organized at different campuses encourage students to speak up
Qatar Foundation holds inclusive workshops connecting art with health and wellness
3 min readInteractive sessions welcome people of all ages and all abilities
Qatar Foundation schools create safe space for students to discuss Palestine cause
4 min readEducators emphasize the role of programs and activities organized by schools in enhancing students’ understanding of current crisis
“It's OK not to be OK, because we're here to help”
6 min readQF Student Housing provides peer-to-peer mental health advocacy and support through trained live-in advisors
Qatar Foundation unveils “Artful Minds” exhibition
3 min readCelebration of mental health with interactive workshops opened to the community
Meet the artists returning to D'reesha performing arts festival
5 min readThe third edition of QF event takes place from 1 – 5 December at Education City
Qatar Foundation and Volkswagen Middle East partner to support women athletes
3 min readCollaboration aims to create an inclusive environment in football
QF to Showcase ‘Local Innovations for Global Resilience’ at EXPO 2023 Doha
3 min readSpace powered by Hamad Bin Khalifa University will host technology, ideas, projects, and interactive workshops
QF student dreams of gender equality in sports
4 min readGeneration Amazing youth advocate attends Festival23 on sidelines of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
QF calls on aspiring artists to join its D’reesha Performing Arts Festival 2023
3 min readRegistration opens for artists from Qatar to share their talents with the world on the D’reesha stage.
QF’s stars showcase talent at Junior NBA tournament
5 min readPlayers from QF’s community basketball programs competed against teams from Europe and from the Middle East
The legacy of TEDinArabic: ideas worth spreading in an Arabic tongue
6 min readWhat comes to your mind when you hear a TED Talk?
QF's Qader Award continues to empower individuals, expanding opportunities through sports
4 min readParents talk about how the Ability Friendly Program and the Qader Award has helped transform their children
QF collaborates with world-renowned music school to provide opportunities for Qatar students
4 min readAgreement with Reina Sofía School of Music will create cross-cultural pathways to support young musical talent in Qatar
If access to clean water was limited, what would you do?
5 min readOn World Environment Day, experts from HBKU’s QEERI and QF’s Earthna explain why populations in arid regions must pay extra attention to their water consumption
From a classroom under a tree to a world-class university in Qatar Foundation
5 min readHow a Ugandan HBKU graduate overcame poverty and disease and, plans to build a school in his village
“My voice was the sight he didn’t have,” says QF audio visual translation student
4 min readAhead of her graduation, Reem Abuzeid, an HBKU student, reflects on how being part of QF’s accessibility initiatives for the World Cup showed her a true model for how an inclusive society should work
For this graduate of a university at QF, justice and equality are his life’s mission
4 min readAbdulrahman Al-Qahtani, a Qatari Ph.D. graduate from HBKU, aspires to teach and practice law to serve his country and inspire future generations.
Education City Tram celebrates millionth passenger
3 min readGreen line to launch soon, expanding the network’s capacity and routes
From overflowing garbage bins to zero waste – QF sets a new standard for community iftars
4 min readIslamic values of moderation and ecological stewardship embodied in zero-waste iftar hosted by Minaretein, Education City Mosque.
QF’s Siraj uses storytelling and animation to teach children about Islamic values
4 min readWeekly Ramadan episodes designed to educate and inspire
Ramadan Nights at QF’s Education City emphasize the value of volunteering
4 min readActivities held at Oxygen Park throughout Ramadan bring the community together for knowledge, interaction, and fun
“When you invest in women, you invest in a more sustainable future,” says QF alumna
5 min readThe HBKU graduate’s work was recognized with a second win at the Education Excellence Award 2023 on the impact of air pollution
QF’s HBKU Press promotes Arabic research globally
5 min readArabic academic journals help develop and preserve scientific language
Sporting landscape in Qatar has changed for women, says QF alumna
4 min readPersonal trainer Sahar ElRefai highlights benefits of exercise on the physical and mental health of women
Three princesses of self-confidence from Awsaj a tale of beauty and belief
3 min readPeeking into the worlds of three students from a QF school, and how their self-confidence shapes their dreams
QF’s SHOWTIME! inspires students to take to the stage for the first time
4 min readProduction to feature range of “Musicals at the Movies” hits
QF honors and celebrates World Down Syndrome day
3 min readAbility Friendly Program hosts event for children and adults around the country
Our Arabic stories and experiences are making their mark on the world, TEDinArabic Summit told
6 min readGroundbreaking two-day event, organized through partnership between QF and TED, concludes in Doha
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends opening of the TEDinArabic Summit
5 min readTwo-day summit – organized through a partnership between QF and TED – is the first of its kind in the Middle East
Harvard graduate praises the role of Arab women in the field of debate and warns of Western bias
3 min readA member of Qatar Debate Fellowship Program is working on a comparative study to identify practices that enhance the role of female debaters
Jane Goodall inspires youth at QF school’s sustainability conference
5 min readBritish anthropologist joins students from around the world to tackle Earth’s challenges through innovation
Arabic teachers encourage students to read as the key to creative writing
5 min readWorkshop held during QF’s Education Forum on Heritage and Identity
QF and ILO set up first joint sub-committee dedicated to female workers in Qatar
6 min readNewly formed female-only subcommittee an important step in giving women a platform to voice their concerns freely
QF’s Earthna Summit to initiate “a new sustainability framework tailored to our needs, created by us”
6 min readDr. Gonzalo Castro de la Mata, Executive Director of Earthna, sheds light on why a new sustainability framework is needed for hot and arid countries and the unique challenges faced by these countries
Education City Stadium to become sporting hub for women and girls
3 min readThe redesigned facility will be a home for women and girls’ sports at every level, as well as offering education and development opportunities for students.
QF and TED to host flagship TEDinArabic Summit in Doha
4 min readRegistration is open for the event, which takes place from 18-19 March under the theme The Butterfly Effect
QF school’s ethics-based program helps students shape their future selves
4 min readEthics Curriculum by Qatar Academy Al Wakra is one of 10 winners of Qatar Spotlight educational innovation initiative
QF to support the education of young Palestinian female footballers
4 min readGrant announcement made as the impact of the Street Child World Cup 2022 – held in Qatar – is highlighted 100 days after the tournament
Qatar community donates clothing and food as well as their time to help those most in need
4 min readVolunteers at the Education City donation location do all they can to help those affected by Türkiye and Syria disaster
How to talk to your child about natural disasters?
4 min readPsychologists speak about the impact the Türkiye -Syria earthquake can have on mental health
QF school launches entrepreneurship initiative for students
4 min readTariq Bin Ziad cooperates with local entities to invest in student start-ups
Doha Learning Days offers tech learning through game coding workshop
4 min readThe festival, organized by QF’s global education initiative WISE, is engaging youth in more than 50 hands-on learning activities over four days
Students write letters of support and love for children with autism during Doha Learning Days
3 min readActivities help children enhance their awareness of autism and the importance of accepting differences between individuals
Youth initiatives create a butterfly effect in the enrichment of digital Arabic content
3 min readTEDinArabic reinforces Qatar Foundation's efforts to support the status of the Arabic language
Oman Debate Centre a testament of QF’s success in spreading a debating culture
3 min readQatarDebate and its Omani counterpart to organize second edition of Asian Arabic Debating Championship in end of January
Learning through art at QF’s Seeroo fi al ardh
5 min readM.F. Husain’s art installation can be embedded in the school curriculum, as teachers and education leaders in Qatar explain
What does Qatar’s entrepreneurship ecosystem need to accelerate growth?
5 min readQF experts say the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem will thrive on innovation and talent retention
QF’s D'reesha saw Qatari pianist with autism take center stage
4 min readA piano enthusiast and community member captivated crowds with his musical talent
How the World Cup opened up a whole new world for a child with a disability
4 min readA member of Qatar Foundation’s Ability Friendly Program talks about how much he misses his World Cup routine, and the impact the tournament has had on his life
QF alumni who are siblings reunite in Doha for the World Cup
5 min readFamily members relive their memories of growing up in Qatar while enjoying the tournament
“I’m now part of my country’s history,” says FIFA Flag Bearer
5 min readQatari student at QF played a role during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
US Secretary of State applauds Qatar’s World Cup legacy plans during Generation Amazing Foundation event at QF
4 min read“All In” game crafted to equip young participants with life skills through football
Her Excellency Sheikha Hind attends final day of QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
3 min readSeven-day festival at Oxygen Park concludes
QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival hits high notes
3 min readSeven-day event taking place in Education City to conclude on Saturday
For QF alumni living abroad, watching the World Cup fills them with nostalgia and pride
5 min readFrom contributing to world cup projects to dispelling misconceptions about Qatar, QF alumni reminisce about their time in Qatar
Preserving local heritage at QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
3 min readAl Khater House hosts events as part of Qatar Foundation’s efforts to promote cultural legacy
Love, justice, and resistance unite Palestinians across the world, QF’s Doha Debates told
4 min readSupporters of the Palestinian cause and students from Qatar discuss the future of Palestinian identity
How Palestine became the World Cup’s 33rd nation
5 min readQatar Foundation alumni and employees talk about how the tournament has been a global platform to amplify Palestinian voices around the world
"The flag of Palestine is an icon in this World Cup"
3 min readQF hosts a series of events that showcases Palestinian culture during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
Palestine brought to Qatar through music at QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
4 min readA wave of nostalgia sweeps Education City audience as they listen to songs that reflect Palestinian heritage
QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival nurtures young innovators
3 min readInvention area sponsored by ConocoPhillips Qatar
Performed at Education City, “Rumi The Musical” brings alive heritage of the east
5 min readQF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival entertains audiences with a show about the philosopher/poet’s legacy
Our cultural heritage has opened the eyes of World Cup fans, experts tell QF talk
5 min readMisunderstandings and stereotypes have been broken down through learning about the Arab world’s history and way of life, discussion hears
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends opening ceremony of D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
4 min readSeven-day festival being held in Education City’s Oxygen Park and Al Khater House
Education City Stadium bids adieu to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ fans
4 min readWith the last game played on its ground, the stadium has hosted around 350,000 fans
Learning sign language “allowed me to meet” my hearing-impaired cousins halfway
5 min readQF employee explains how members of society can play a role in pursuing social inclusion for all
“Through D'reesha, we can take our rich culture and heritage to new global audiences”
5 min readAlJazi Al-Henzab, Community Program Manager at Qatar Foundation, sits for a Q&A to about the second edition of D'reesha Performing Arts Festival, which takes place during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, from 11-17 December
David Beckham explores Education City’s accessibility initiatives
3 min readThe football icon saw great artwork and experienced various offerings at Qatar Foundation
QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival to highlight Arab culture during World Cup
4 min readTickets available for purchase through Virgin Megastore
Sending a message from Palestine to the world – through football
7 min readMembers of the Palestinian refugee girls’ football team tell their story as they come to QF’s Education City during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
“You are our voices abroad” Palestinian activist tells Arab youth at QF talk
4 min readEvent featuring Muna El Kurd – held during FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ as part of GOALS exhibition – showcases Palestinian culture
Four stadiums down, four more to go for 11-year-old boy with cerebral palsy
5 min readA member of Qatar Foundation’s Ability Friendly Program has attended more football matches in 11 days than in his whole life
Qatar Foundation hosts first ability friendly fun day
1 min readPersons of all abilities enjoy a wide range of recreational sports in a safe and fun environment
QF’s girls’ ability friendly team meets U.S. soccer team representatives
1 min readThe clinic, held in Education City, used football as a tool to inspire and empower young women with disabilities
TAMUQ to bring science to life at QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
4 min readSTEAM-focused Road Show will feature as a part of event’s invention segment
Qatar will always be a part of me, says architect of Education City buildings
5 min readVictor Legorreta reflects on his time in the country as his family arrives for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
Education City Stadium to offer accessible and inclusive viewing experience for all
3 min readFeaturing inclusive sensory facilities that cater to all members of the community for upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
Is Qatar hosting the most accessible FIFA World Cup™?
4 min readExperts from Qatar Foundation and the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy discuss findings from the tournament’s first matches
Goal 22 workshop shines light on sports being used for social development
4 min readYoung leaders learned how they can drive change within their communities through sports at a workshop in QF’s Education City
Youth advocate warns of a future where climate change forces football indoors
3 min readClimate change, football, and sustainability discussed at Generation Amazing workshop in QF’s Education City
‘Volunteering taught me that compassion underpins the success of a society’
4 min readTom Eastham, a volunteer with QF’s Ability Friendly program, explains why giving your time to help others generates something truly valuable
How football can be a learning tool for peace
3 min readSession exploring football’s role in conflict resolution forms part of Generation Amazing's GOAL 22 program at QF's Education City
In her own words: As the World Cup begins, it feels as if all my life’s journeys are coming together
6 min readSylvie Maalouf, Programs Manager at Qatar Foundation’s CEO Office, on her pride in the country she has come to call home – and why the opening match of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ has a special resonance for her.
From STEM to STEAM and back again – why one letter matters
5 min readTraditional science gets a twist as QF incorporates the arts for a multidimensional approach to learning
Qatar’s accessibility transformation makes space for adaptive athletes
7 min readAhmed Al-Shahrani, who was a panelist on QF’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Twitter Spaces talk, sees a great inclusive future for those in Qatar
QF’s ‘Come Together’ is a tribute to the country’s preparation for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
3 min readThe eye-catching public art installation can be visited at the Green Spine in Education City
Knowledge is the way for the blind “to see the light”, says advocate
7 min readIkrami Ahmed Fouad, a visually impaired member of QF’s accessibility initiatives, explains how opportunities for disabled people is key to change
Fan experience at Education City Stadium to offer accessible activations
5 min readWide range of inclusive activations will welcome fans of all abilities during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
Qatar Foundation and Generation Amazing Foundation host first-ever training in region for FIFA educational program
4 min readFIFA Football 4 Schools app will help teachers and coach-educators across the MENA regions empower youth
The importance of debunking men’s mental health myths
4 min readExperts at QF discuss disorders that threaten the wellbeing of families and society
Can the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ mean greater visibility of children with disabilities?
5 min readSabika Shaban, a QF staff member, parent, and inclusion advocate, pens her experience with disability and the social change she hopes to see post-the World Cup
Invention and innovation at the heart of QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival
3 min readConocoPhillips Qatar sponsors new element highlighting scientists, scholars, and researchers from around the Arab world
Football is only for all if designed with intent and purpose, says QF expert
5 min readLong-term legacy of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ discussed at Accessibility Forum held by the tournament organizers
QF’s GOALS is a platform for inspiring stories of Qatar's journey to the World Cup
4 min readLocal participants have the opportunity to learn the skills of photography, videography, and creative writing
QF launches Accessibility Guide ahead of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
5 min readThe e-guide, Qatar for All, will support people of all abilities to explore Qatar
“It’s like reading a graphic novel” - how QF is bringing the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ to blind people
5 min readTeam from Audiovisual Translation program at QF’s HBKU to provide live audio description for opening and closing ceremonies
QF to provide live FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ audio description for visually impaired fans
5 min readService developed by Hamad Bin Khalifa University reflects QF’s commitment to accessibility
Special edition of Future Leaders in Football Workshop for women takes place in Qatar
9 min readEvent at QF’s Education City included young women from Qatar and the region to build capacity and leadership in football skills and industries
Generation Amazing Foundation reaches 1 million beneficiaries ahead of Qatar 2022
4 min readLegacy programme marks milestone and launches year-long Goal 22 project supported by QF
I saw the Al Bayt stadium being built – and it feels like we grew up together, says a QF student
4 min readWhy QAK pupil believes her country is the ideal place to host the World Cup
QF expert explains why sustainability goes beyond the environment – and into female empowerment
4 min readDiscussion at Future Leaders in Football event focuses on how the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ can create a sustainable legacy
Why we need to stop bullying footballers for missed penalties
5 min readAhead of the world’s biggest football tournament, QF’s Professor Craig LaMay, from Northwestern Qatar, sheds light on what it takes to build a better sports culture
Look through critical eyes to find the truth, Palestinian justice campaigner tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series
4 min readLina Abu Akleh speaks about her family’s campaign for justice for her journalist aunt Shireen – and why advocacy and empathy matter
Children are little mirrors of what we say and do as adults
4 min readQF school psychologist explains how a child's first school is their home
Palestinian girls team highlights the plight of fellow refugees
6 min readStreet Child World Cup 2022, held in partnership with QF, gives marginalized children opportunity to be heard on global stage
TEDinArabic experts highlight Arabic language’s adaptability
6 min readThird regional event held in Morocco by Qatar Foundation and TED to amplify ideas in the Arabic language
QF-supported study to help street-connected children
4 min readFindings to be used as an advocacy tool to help marginalized young people
Building a volunteering legacy to last
4 min readQF helps to instill and foster core values in community beyond upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
The Story Behind the Art: Interview with Choi Jeong HWA
5 min readKorean artist talks about how workers helped inspire the creation of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ art installation
Upcycling gives a second chance to products, and also to our planet, QF students say
5 min readQatar Foundation’s Creative Studio collaborates with Qatar Academy Sidra on a designing project where students turn old materials into new sustainable products
Team Brazil Girls and Team Egypt Boys crowned 2022 Street Child World Cup champions
3 min readHeld in partnership with QF, eight-day event gave marginalized children platform to speak
FIFA global partner Dalian Wanda teams up with QF to give Qatar’s youth the chance to fly the FIFA flag
4 min readYoung participants in QF’s CommuniSport and other key programs will be in the frame to be Wanda FIFA Flag Bearers at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
Her Excellency Sheikha Hind signs “Qatar Commitment”
4 min readDocument presented at Street Child World Cup General Assembly aims to change perceptions and treatment of street-connected children worldwide
TEDinArabic third regional edition emphasizes need to empower Arabic-speaking scholars
5 min readExperts participating in the event organized by Qatar Foundation in Marrakesh discuss how to implement innovative solutions across the Arab world
When asking “Are you OK?” is not enough
6 min readExperts across Qatar Foundation weigh in on the types of stigmas surrounding mental health
SOS finalist engineers better human health through innovation
4 min readHereditary hypertension inspires novel technology showcased on QF’s edutainment TV show
How football is giving young people a voice
5 min readStreet Child World Cup, in partnership with QF, is taking place at Oxygen Park
QF unveils line-up of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ events and activities at Education City
5 min readAccessibility and inclusivity at the core of QF’s It’s Only Football if it’s For All campaign
Street Child World Cup 2022 kicks off at Education City
4 min readEvent held in partnership with Qatar Foundation
At Academyati, chasing perfection is a hindrance to a student’s education
6 min readChild psychologist at QF explains that intelligence is more than just a good grade
Female athletes too often accept body-shaming comments to focus on achievements
4 min readDuring Mental Health Awareness month, Nadira Salsabila, an HBKU student and athlete, shares experiences of sports-related bullying on the eve of the world’s biggest football tournament
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends WISH 2022 closing ceremony
3 min readFinal day discussions focus on sport, accessibility, and equity in healthcare
“Now and before”: International Trade Union Confederation commends Qatar reforms to protect workers
4 min readITUC Official: Qatar’s heat stress law is assisting European nations as they face climate change
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser opens QF’s WISH 2022
6 min readBuilding more resilient health systems and advancing biotech innovation among key discussions on opening day
Art for mental health support in Sidra Medicine
3 min readArt therapist and researcher in Qatar Foundation’s Sidra Medicine explains how art is used as an outlet to cope during patients’ hospital stay
‘Do not replicate barriers for persons with disabilities’, says global rights expert
5 min readAccessibility rights and disability justice discussed at QF’s Education City Speaker Series
Where were you when Qatar won the bid to host the FIFA World Cup™?
5 min readWith 50 days for the kick-off to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, QF employees reminisce about the day Qatar won the bid to host the mega event and what it means to them – and the nation
Disability rights activist returns to school at QF after a 12-year gap
5 min readNawal Akram restarts her educational journey at Awsaj Academy
Flooding in Pakistan spurs action by the QF community
5 min readIn times of crisis, individuals and entities across Qatar Foundation help provide much-needed aid
Qatar’s accessibility achievements and challenges for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ discussed at QF
6 min readTournament described as a catalyst for accessibility-focused change in Qatar
Exploring sign language: the mother tongue of the deaf
7 min readOn International Sign Language Day, a sign language interpreter, who support QF in fulfilling its commitment to accessibility, talks about doing her part to build an inclusive society
QF to engage youth and hold key global conversations at UNGA 77
5 min readInternational gathering sees QF provide platforms designed to empower changemakers
How the media has changed the face-and future-of football
4 min readThe latest exhibition at The Media Majlis at QF partner university Northwestern Qatar explores the relationship between football and the media
Street Child World Cup to kick off next month in partnership with QF
5 min readTeams from 25 countries aim to give street-connected children a voice for change as tournament takes place at Education City.
QF alumna is determined to help change the world
4 min readOwner of the first audiovisual translation company in Qatar advocates for the rights of those with different abilities
The role of QF’s “walking miracle” in supporting Qatar to host an accessible World Cup
6 min readGhanimeh El-Taweel, Affiliate Instructor at HBKU, talks about her own experience with disability and the need to involve persons with disabilities in all accessibility-related conversations
I wanted to design a football that could bring the world together
5 min readWinner of Qatar Foundation’s Education City Gift Shop Football Design Competition shares how the footballs being produced in Kenya complete his vision
TEDinArabic inspires local communities
5 min readTEDinArabic is joint initiative between TED and Qatar Foundation
With 100 days to go, will the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ mark the beginning of a new era for accessibility in Qatar?
6 min readProfessor Joselia Neves, Associate Dean for Social Engagement and Access at QF’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University, writes about the impact of hosting an accessible FIFA World Cup™
Qatar has been the gateway to a better life for us, says captain of Afghan Robotics Team
3 min readAfter spending a year in Qatar as students in QF’s Education City, three members of the Afghan robotics team head off to university
How to identify signs of potential domestic violence before marrying your future husband
7 min readA psychiatric consultant and an expert in family policy development from Qatar Foundation stress the importance of observing key factors, and provide scientific advice on how to deal with such cases.
TEDinArabic inspires visually impaired children with a story of success
5 min readOmani Sheikha Al Jassasi spoke at the event organized by TED and Qatar Foundation in Jordan
My volunteering journey started with a question: how can I give back to my country?
4 min readFaisal Al Mohanadi, a QF Manager and a volunteer for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, explains how volunteering reflects his national identity and Islamic values
Women’s football in Qatar – a work in progress
10 min readChange is slow but definitely coming, say women who play football at QF’s Education City
QF to train accessibility volunteers for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
3 min readAccessibility volunteers will play a key role in ensuring a memorable fan experience
How art can help create a safe space for pediatric patients
4 min readQF art therapist talks about different tools that be used used for stress and pain management in children
QF’s primary school students take first international trip
10 min readGrade 5 boys and girls from Qatar Academy Doha learn about self-sustainability with the Maasai in Tanzania
Could Qatar use treated wastewater to quench agriculture’s thirst?
5 min readDr. Sa’d Abdel-Halim Shannak, a scientist at QF, says maximizing the use of treated wastewater and pricing reform are key to efficient management of water
Local poets and musician perform on D’reesha Stage
5 min readArabic Poetry Night took place in Education City as part of the festival’s pop-up variation
Inclusion vision: how QF is helping to make football accessible to all fans
6 min readThe Translation and Training Center at QF’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University enables blind and partially sighted fans to enjoy football tournaments – including the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ - through audio-descriptive commentary services that are breaking new ground.
‘Strong Muslim Girls’ app among the finalists for the fifth cycle of QF's Akhlaquna Award
6 min readInnovation aims to promote the concept of “digital caution” among young Muslim girls
Strong Muslim Girls App wins Cycle 5 of QF’s Akhlaquna Award
4 min readSchool students also recognized as Akhlaquna Junior award winners during Akhlaquna Day ceremony at Education City
Qatar Foundation offers employees on-site childcare
3 min readQF’s new daycare center provides educational facilities for babies up to 14 months of age
QF to launch inclusive football coaching program
3 min readProgram will develop coaches in Qatar to support the delivery of inclusive football
TEDinArabic speakers emphasize the need to unlock human potential at second regional event in Jordan
5 min readHer Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani attends Amman event held under QF and TED’s Arabic language initiative
Why video gaming could cost you more than money, members of QF community say
7 min readA “gamer dad” represents a positive parenting model, but moderation is key, according to DIFI expert
A culture of kindness and creativity can help tackle education challenges, experts say
4 min readQatar Foundation’s LEAPS 2022 focuses on Education Reimagined, the Power of Play, and Wellbeing
Students at QF use the power of communication to take a stand against bullying
5 min readA campaign by Qatar Academy Doha students tackles one of the most sensitive topics in the school community
PSG players meet young football fans at Qatar Foundation
3 min readFour Paris Saint-Germain players participated in a Q&A session at QF’s Awsaj Academy
Balancing faith and health: the struggle for diabetics who want to fast throughout Ramadan
4 min readType 1 diabetes patient Aisha Al-Dosari speaks about her experience trying to find symmetry between a desire to fast and following medical advice
Doing good deeds fights bullying, says a QF teacher
4 min readHaya Al-Dosari, an Islamic and Arabic educator at Tariq Bin Ziad School, highlights ways to address bullying that non-fasting Muslim students experience during Ramadan
Ramadan can inspire us to build a better world, Muslim researcher tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series
3 min readDalia Mogahed tells global dialogue platform how the Holy Month’s “experiential empathy” contributes to serving humanity
Op-ed: Laboratories alone cannot address existential crises – mizan is the answer
3 min readSahar Nasser, a member of Qatar Foundation’s communications teams, explores a panel discussion hosted by QF which saw Dr. Ahmed Paul Keeler shed light on the implications of modernity and the influences of the material world
Sustainability is a religious obligation, says professor at QF
5 min readDr. Abdulazeem Abozaid, Professor at HBKU’s CIS, urges Muslims to use Ramadan to adopt responsible and sustainable practices
Why Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is an inspiring symbol of progress
5 min readDean Susan l. Karamanian, from the College of Law at QF’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University, speaks about what a historic judicial appointment means for women, the legal profession, and society.
Bringing the FIFA World Cup™ to Qatar sees girls interested in football like never before
3 min readFemale QF student footballers believe the sport has become more inclusive over the past decade
Is your child a bully? QF Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team offers signs for parents
4 min readDr. Ahsan Nazeer, Division Chief, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Sidra Medicine, says such children are in need of help
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai discusses the future of girls’ education
3 min readMalala Yousafzai supports Afghan girls schooling during Doha Debates town hall with students
HMC’s diabetes reversal program – a product of QF research
6 min readQNRF-funded clinical trial demonstrated that diabetes remission can be achieved by intensive lifestyle intervention
Experts discuss how cities can contribute to climate solutions during QF panel at Doha Forum
4 min readQF’s new Earthna center hosts high-level discussion at summit
‘Don’t just be put in a box’, top political advisor Huma Abedin tells talk at QF
4 min readAdvisor to Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke about the importance of women empowering women during event at Qatar National Library
Local company sells sustainable face masks at QF’s EC gift shop
3 min readRSPR – founded as a solution for close friends and family – is now a popular, eco-friendly option for all
Like father, like daughters: Qatari tennis siblings dream of the global stage
2 min readQatar Foundation students balance studies and training to take local tennis scene by storm
Education City to be home to Qatar’s first community centric recycling hub
3 min readQF’s Green Island will aim to address the recycling gap in Qatar
QF research gives new life to construction and demolition waste
8 min readQNRF-funded research has powered the development of Qatar’s first standards for recycling construction waste
Op-ed: A young patient with gangrene made me consider a specialization in diabetes
5 min readJosephine Bou Akar, a nurse at QF, talks about her journey in trying to raise awareness of diabetes through her work as a nurse at QF schools
Feeding Qatar Foundation’s men on the move
12 min readEnsuring that QF’s contractual migrant workforce experiences a taste of home three times a day
Female tram driver at QF has her own destinations to aim for
3 min readOn International Women’s Day, mother-of-two Sreni Pillai speaks about her career journey and experiences in a profession traditionally seen as being dominated by men
I wouldn’t have made history if it wasn’t for the women I met, says Qatar’s first international dressage rider
4 min readOn International Women’s Day, Wejdan Majed Al-Malki – whose skills were recently on show at QF - explains how she made it to the top against all odds
QF musician combines visual art and sound to highlight effects of pandemic
3 min readQPO violinist showcases unique performance at the Shanghai Symphony Hall
In his own words: We must give priority to our mother language
5 min readNasser Bakheet Al-Naimi, an 11-year-old QF student, is already the author of Two Arabic stories. He sends a message to his generation about the importance of embracing the Arabic language
Psychologist at QF explains why being connected in a hyper digital world comes at the cost of our wellbeing
4 min readWCM-Q’s Sobia Rahman sheds light on why the human mind could be struggling with distraction in today’s hyperconnected world
“Coach Jamie taught me how to play football and I love him very much”
3 min readSalem Aleida, who has autism, is proud of his football skills, thanks to QF’s ability friendly program
“For us, science is hope,” says captain of Afghan Robotics Team at QF
6 min readFour members of the all-girls team speak about the importance of access to STEM education
QF empowers the community to get active for National Sport Day
4 min readHer Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, accompanied by football icon David Beckham, awards winners of inaugural Women and Girls Football Initiative at Education City Stadium
Instilling a love of sports in the country’s youth
5 min readAs National Sports Day 2022 approaches, students from Qatar Leadership Academy and Qatar Academy Sidra – both QF schools – share their thoughts on the impact of athletics on their lives
QF’s ability friendly program inspires children to dream big
3 min readFive-year-old Layaan Al Jomaa has Down Syndrome and hopes to one day become a world champion swimmer
QF program offers real-life work experience to high school students
4 min readAs International Day of Education celebrates the value of learning, a Qatari student explains how their project is exploring the impact of COVID on the mental health of young boys and girls
QF increases access to tools that help children with Autism
3 min readSensory Souk, which was started by two mothers to serve the ASD community and raise awareness around the disorder, now sells products across Education City
In her own words: QatarDebate breathed new life into my slowly fading Arabic language skills
6 min readKerby Gilstrap, an American student, writes about her Arabic learning journey and how it was impacted by the pandemic
QF opens Alif Ba Exhibition in Washington D.C. to mark Qatar-USA Year of Culture 2021
4 min readExhibition aims to foster cross-cultural understanding through enabling visitors to explore the Arabic alphabet
Members of Qatar Foundation community instill a love for the Arabic language in their children
On World Arabic Language Day, parents of students in QF schools highlight the role of the Arabic language in shaping their children's identity
QF’s D’reesha performing arts festival opens
5 min readSix-day event in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, Qatar National Day, and Daam Fund features a range of local performances
Youth leaders highlight importance of prioritizing girls’ education at 2021 WISE Summit
4 min readDiscussion held during second day of summit, organized by QF’s global education initiative
Thousands of workers at QF elect representatives to safeguard their rights
6 min readTashawor, a worker-management joint committee, extends into second term at Education City
QF and TED unveil first TEDinArabic regional event and extend global Arabic language partnership
4 min readPioneering initiative is amplifying ideas, solutions, and stories from across the Arabic-speaking world
We are the ones who need to enact change – and the classroom is the perfect place to start, says QF teacher
4 min readAs QF launches a campaign to recruit more Qatari teachers into its schools, Qatari teacher Hend Al-Muftah highlights the role educators have in the lives of young people
QF student stands up to bullying
4 min readAkhlaquna Junior Award 2021 winner strives to create movement of change
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ preparations are the best-ever, FIFA President tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series
One-year countdown discussion explores social, cultural, and economic legacy of the tournament – as QF announces new inclusive sport partnership with FIFA Foundation