Stories / Youth
QF’s Creating Pathways Program is helping to shape women’s sports in Qatar
4 min readHana Al Khater, a Qatari volleyball player, shows how determination, support, and passion can inspire girls to excel in sports
What did students discover beyond math at the World Mathematics Team Championship in Qatar
4 min readInternational students share their first impressions of Qatar and the Arab World at WMTC 2024
Experts sound warning about threats to international education at QF-led Doha Forum panel
5 min readGlobal platform for dialogue also sees the First Lady of the United States praise QF’s unique model of education
Qatar Foundation launches BilAraby – a platform for innovative ideas from across the Arabic-speaking world
4 min readApplications now open until 30 December for Arabic speakers to participate in the inaugural BilAraby Summit in April 2025
New generation must seize opportunities for education, Qatari writer and poet tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series Bel Arabi
4 min readTalk focuses on how cultural heritage can contribute to the advancement of societies
QF shapes a stronger future for women in sports in Qatar
4 min readEducation City Stadium brings together local sportswomen to discuss the importance of early support and opportunities to empower athletes in Qatar
How QF helps young athletes thrive: a swimmer’s story
3 min readFacilities and community classes at Education City are open to everyone – and Reya John is just one example of the benefit they bring
QF forms partnership with FIVB and the FIVB Volleyball Foundation to grow the sport in Qatar
4 min readVolleyball becomes the second elite sport to be promoted through QF’s, Creating Pathways Program designed to empower women and girls in sports
QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts opens with spectacular performances
3 min readFive-day gathering at Education City celebrates the beauty of collective memory through theater, music, poetry, parades, and more
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
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 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
Is it time to ban phones in schools?
4 min readQF expert addresses the impact of digital distractions on student well-being
QF launches the Creating Pathways program to develop local girls’ sporting talent
4 min readOlympic gold medalist Sifan Hassan announced as ambassador for track and field
Olympic champion Sifan Hassan relives her journey to glory at QF’s Education City Speaker Series
3 min readDutch runner is ambassador for QF’s newly launched Creating Pathways Program
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 welcomes more than 350 new teachers and staff at Annual Induction Day
4 min readEvent provides insights into educational ecosystem and aims to foster collaboration
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
Empowering Qatar’s youth through environmental education at QF’s Education City
3 min readRuba Hinnawi from QF’s Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future explains how Qatar's Eco- Schools program is fostering youth-led environmental action
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.
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
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends the Qatar Foundation Schools Commencement Ceremony
5 min readThe ceremony honored 290 graduates from seven schools under Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education
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
First Jr. NBA League in Qatar tips off at QF’s Education City
4 min readLeague is designed to promote basketball and the values of the game
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
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends QF’s 2024 Convocation ceremony
5 min readOver 950 graduates from QF’s education ecosystem, spanning 77 nationalities, are celebrated for their achievements – as QF’s total alumni numbers pass the 10,000 mark
How inclusive sports opportunities at QF are empowering students with autism
4 min readPE teacher at QF’s Renad Academy speaks about the positive impact that sports activities and competitions make in unlocking students’ abilities.
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
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.
SHOWTIME! places the musical talents of QF school students in the spotlight
4 min readAnnual musical production includes Arabic performances as children benefit from engaging with the arts
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
QF’s Academic Bridge Program hosts regional forum to support educators in guiding students
4 min readIC3 forum allows education counselors to share insights that can help improve students’ future prospects
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
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
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
A host of community activities in 2024 to attract visitors to QF’s Education City
3 min readResidents and tourists invited to enjoy events, classes, and activities focused on sports, language, culture, and family fun
Akhlaquna awardee explains how storytelling can shape morals and build confidence
3 min readApplications for QF’s Akhlaquna Award are open until February 1
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
Applications open for QF’s Mukhayamna winter camp program
3 min readThe camp includes activities in sports, arts, and some NASA-featured games to ensure holistic growth of students
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
QF and EAA Foundation partner with the American University of Beirut to offer students the chance to study abroad in Qatar
4 min readAgreement will see EAA-supported students from the American University of Beirut spend a semester at QF’s Education City.
AI is creating ‘unique crossroads’ for higher education, WISE Summit hears
4 min readTechnology won’t replace jobs, but will replace tasks, say experts at global education conference
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
“To be a part of Qatar Foundation is to be part of something bigger than yourself”
5 min readFounding Dean at Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s College of Science and Engineering wanted more than just a job when he came to Qatar 10 years ago.
“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 and Volkswagen Middle East partner to support women athletes
3 min readCollaboration aims to create an inclusive environment in football
Pushing AI boundaries to create impact on people's lives
4 min readQF's Stars of Science season 14 finalist Shada Bennbaia leverages AI technologies to minimize the risks of cardiovascular diseases.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza meets QF alumni in the US
3 min readEducation City graduates share their ideas and achievements
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
15 years of innovation: How QF’s Stars of Science alumni are making their mark – from AI to healthcare
7 min readQF’s innovation TV show continues to inspire and empower innovators and entrepreneurs, and produce success stories from the Arab world
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?
Students at QF schools share experiences after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro
3 min readShahad Al-Fadala and Mishari Al-Ghamdi talk about life lessons learned from the Tanzania trek
QF’s newest students learn about Education City’s world of opportunity at Marhaba
5 min readEvent sees 700 students get a taster of the academic and personal journey ahead of them as part of QF’s ecosystem.
From silent to confident, how Awsaj academy helps students dare to dream big
4 min readThe QF school's Empower Program helps students with learning challenges
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
QF’s Education Development Institute promotes values and national identity in schools
5 min readMore than 7,000 students will benefit from the integration of values into the curricula through a joint initiative with Nibras
QF student volunteers demonstrate value of learning beyond the classroom
5 min readStudents run first unified commencement ceremony.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends first QF Schools Commencement Ceremony
4 min readEvent brings together students from seven schools under QF’s Pre-University Education, celebrating academic excellence and unity
QF’s unified school graduation ceremony emphasizes power of experiential learning
8 min readDirectors reflect on the transformative impact of learning beyond the classroom
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
From a village isolated by conflict to the diverse environment of Qatar Foundation
5 min readHow an HBKU Azerbaijani alumna overcame conflict, challenges, and pandemic restrictions to pursue education in Qatar
Her Highness Sheikha Moza honors the winners of QF’s Akhlaquna Award
7 min readNew award categories presented for first time at Akhlaquna Day ceremony inspire change and recognize role models
Two decades of education at QF come to a close for WCM-Q graduate
5 min readClass of 2023 graduate reminisces about a lifetime at Education City
Her Highness Sheikha Moza joins QF’s annual Alumni Forum
7 min readAnnual event reconnects QF alumni and provides opportunity to share challenges, ideas, and solutions with national decision-makers
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends QF’s Convocation 2023 ceremony
7 min readEducation City has graduates from 77 countries who have joined together to celebrate a learning journey that has set them on the path to the future
QF Class of 2023 graduates forge a path from inspiration to aspiration
10 min readAs they prepare to celebrate their graduation, students of universities at Education City are ready to face the future – and realize their dreams
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
QF program brings math to life for high school students
6 min readInitiative led by university professors within Education City
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
Applications open for the fifth cycle of QF’s Qader Award
3 min readThe Qader Award offers inclusive sporting opportunities to people with disabilities through the Ability Friendly Program
Motherhood and engineering: a QF alumna's story of overcoming obstacles and making an impact
5 min readAbeer Abuhelaiqa, a TAMUQ alumna, talks about her journey as an engineer and a new mother facing the stereotypical image about women in engineering
Qatar Foundation students recognized for educational excellence
5 min readTwo PUE students talk about being honored at the 16th edition of this prestigious award
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’s SHOWTIME! revives musical theater in Qatar
4 min readProduction returns to the stage in March, with tickets available from Q Tickets
How the benefits of performing arts go beyond just the stage
4 min readQF’s SHOWTIME! encourages children to approach the world with confidence
Her Excellency Sheikha Hind attends opening night of QF’s SHOWTIME!
3 min readQatari composer Dana Al Fardan debuts original song at showcase of creativity from across QF schools
The impact of the World Cup on Qatar continues
4 min readQF community members discuss how the momentum from the world’s biggest sporting event has reignited their interest in sports and fitness
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
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
QF honors educational innovators through Qatar Spotlight
4 min readInitiative promotes new ideas in pre-university education and give educators in Qatar the opportunity to showcase their innovations
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
“Banat Al Quds” carry the Palestinian cause in their musical strings to play a melody of freedom
4 min readMembers of the girl band talk about their time in Qatar and their experiences at QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival
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
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
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
QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival nurtures young innovators
3 min readInvention area sponsored by ConocoPhillips Qatar
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
QF students play alongside football legends at World Cup-style tournament at EC
5 min readThe Generation Amazing’s Goal 22 gives young people the opportunity to learn from the best
Can football be used as a tool for social change?
3 min readYoung people from around the world come together at QF’s Education City to learn how good morals and sport go together
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
Pele’s daughter explains how football can change the way we feel about an entire culture
4 min readDuring a GOAL 22 program session at QF’s Education City, Kely Nascimento-DeLuca spoke of sport having the power to change perceptions, especially of girls and women
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
QF launches GOALS exhibition showcasing life in Qatar in lead up to World Cup
3 min readMembers of Qatar’s diverse community share stories through multidisciplinary exhibition open to public
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
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
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
QF bridges the gap from the classroom to the real-world
4 min readPUE students analyze FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ posters designed by VCUarts Qatar graduate
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
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
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
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
A QF Alumni and a current student create private Tutoring Digital Platform
8 min read“Muallemi” caters to education needs while factoring in affordability
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™
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
When asking “Are you OK?” is not enough
6 min readExperts across Qatar Foundation weigh in on the types of stigmas surrounding mental health
How football is giving young people a voice
5 min readStreet Child World Cup, in partnership with QF, is taking place at Oxygen Park
TEDinArabic speaker and educational advocate praises QF’s role promoting Arabic language
3 min readMohammed Al-Janahi from Qatar Foundation emphasizes the importance of enriching knowledge with the ideas of Arabic speakers
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
Two QF school students win innovators grant for sustainable project
4 min readGrade 11 students at Qatar Academy Doha worked to transform courtyards in schools into green and sustainable spaces
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
QF helps to spotlight football’s ability to drive social impact at UNGA 77
5 min readQF participates in discussions and solutions surrounding holistic learning and education on a global stage at the United Nations
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
How QF nurtures happy, healthy students – inside and outside the classroom
QF Student Life opens the door to connections, collaborations, and cultural experiences
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
We must protect our youth’s national identity, Minister of Education and Higher Education tells QF talk
5 min readHer Excellency Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi says educational transformation is “now a reality” at Education City Speaker Series Bel Arabi
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
QF’s D’reesha festival provides a platform for innovative, creative young talent – from Qatar and beyond
5 min readThe second edition of the festival will be held at Education City during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
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
TEDinArabic gives Arab ideas a voice
5 min readQF partnership creates content for TedinArabic library
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
QF supports accessible learning with a FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ flavor
4 min readToolkits developed through SC and Ministry of Education and Higher Education’s Tamreen platform blend skills development with World Cup legacy learning
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
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
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 supports local entrepreneurs and small businesses
3 min readOrganic candles now available at the Education City Gift Shop
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
From Jerusalem to the world
6 min readYoung people from the Occupied Palestinian Territories share their experiences at QF’s TEDinArabic event in Jordan
QatarDebate strengthens Arab students’ communication skills
5 min readJordanian and Omani debaters share experiences from the tournament held in Istanbul
War should be condemned regardless of where it is on the world map, says student at QF
5 min readQatar Academy Sidra student shares her views on the media coverage of the war waged on Ukraine compared to the 75-year-old struggle by the Palestinians
Students from two QF schools conquer Kilimanjaro
4 min readCross collaborative trip included the youngest Qatari to summit Africa’s highest mountain along with others from QAW and QAD
Championship encourages students to strengthen their Arabic skills
4 min readNon-native speakers share their debating experiences at event co-organized by QF’s QatarDebate
QatarDebate’s 6th International Debating Championship attracts universities to Turkey
4 min readQF member QatarDebate partners with Fatih Sultan Mehmet and İbn Haldun Universities in Istanbul
‘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
QF students give SHOWTIME! audience a night to remember
3 min readPresenting their award-winning musical on stage to a full house, young performers created theatrical portraits with renditions of famous Broadway medleys
Part of me is ready to graduate, while another part will miss campus
4 min readAl-Banna said there is a great similarity between science and art, and TAMUQ has a great impact on developing her skills in these two fields
QF to launch inclusive football coaching program
3 min readProgram will develop coaches in Qatar to support the delivery of inclusive football
In her own words: I have beautiful memories of Qatar’s environment – but will the next generation be able to create theirs?
5 min readHaya Al-Muhannadi, of QF’s Communication Directorate, recalls how Qatar’s environment brought her joy as a child – and questions whether the children of the future will experience the same joy.
QF schools celebrate the graduation of their Classes of 2022
6 min readCeremonies held, inspiring messages delivered, and milestones achieved as two schools and a unique program graduate their first students
Graduate at QF combines passion for sports and technology to help the game of football
5 min readMohammed Al-Qassabi, former Stars of Science contestant and CMU-Q graduate, praises QF’s unique education ecosystem
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
QF alumni set to get their careers airborne through partnership with Qatar Airways
3 min readCollaboration between QF and the World’s Best Airline designed to help keep local talent in Qatar by creating opportunities for Education City graduates
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
HH Sheikha Moza attends the first QF Alumni Reunion
4 min readEvent sees hundreds of alumni form connections and discover how the QF Alumni Program can help them be change-makers
FIFA World Cup™ Trophy comes to QF as Aljam’a celebration of students gets under way
2 min readWeek-long festival at Education City is open to the public
His Highness the Amir of Qatar attends QF’s Convocation ceremony
6 min readMilestone event brings students from universities at Education City together to reflect on experiences and achievements, and look to the future
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
Digital expert at QF shares insights on the future of virtual worlds
3 min readQAS students talk about their views on what distinguishes Roblox from other digital games, and how it paves the way to the Metaverse
Young innovators at QF school build underwater robots
3 min readProject part of ongoing collaboration between QAST and TAMUQ
From Munich to Doha for an externship at Qatar Foundation
3 min readMareen Vogler, a 3rd year veterinary science student at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, speaks about her work-experience at QF’s EVMC
Studying Qur’an creates a strong foundation for learning Arabic Fus’ha, says expert at QF
3 min readDr. Basma Al-Dajani, Professor of Arabic Language and Literature at HBKU, explains how the holy book can be reintegrated into the modern curriculum
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
How a QF-supported edtech is making Arabic part of the digital learning revolution
4 min readWISE Edtech Accelerator supports a technology platform’s goal of enhancing the spread of the language through innovative teaching and learning methods
QF entity highlights importance of youth well-being in a time of COVID-19
3 min readDIFI’s study examins the role of family on adolescent health before and after the pandemic
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
QF’s progressive education through the lens of the parents
4 min readPUE schools – now open for admissions - place students at the center of the learning model
FIFA Foundation announces partnerships with Generation Amazing and QF to support FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ legacy
4 min readTwo Memorandums of Understanding signed during ceremony at Doha Forum in Qatar
QF’s Qatar Reads develops children's creative imagination through readings from ‘Kalila and Dimna'
5 min readThe One Book, One Doha festival takes place this week
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 psychologist explains how ADHD can be a strength
3 min readLearnings from the pandemic are helping children with attention disorders thrive in school
Education Excellence Award honors QF students and teacher
4 min readRecipients dedicated to building a better future for Qatar
QLA teacher wins Education Excellence Award
3 min readKhalaf Al Merekhi encourages students to become passionate about health and fitness
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
Students take a stand against poverty at THIMUN Qatar
3 min readAnnual Model United Nations conference brings young people together to tackle inequity in a post-COVID world
Student at QF reviews epidemiology game developed by faculty members at partner university
3 min readYingyin Chen, student at Northwestern University in Qatar, offers her perspective on a game that presents players with the challenge of solving disease outbreaks
“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
Qatari student sets sights on working as a referee at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
4 min readAbdullah Al-Marri narrates his journey into the world of football
Much like hit TV shows, teachers must build students’ anticipation during online classes, QF educators say
5 min readExperts in child psychology and counseling from TLC and QAW shed light on strategies to deal with students with short attention spans
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
Qatar Foundation offers scholarships to encourage young minds to take up teaching as a profession
4 min readThree Qatari women benefit from QF’s Pre-University Education scholarships
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, Lemelson Center, and ConocoPhillips Qatar inspire youth to invent at Spark!Lab
4 min readExperiential learning space will return for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and aims to have a permanent Qatar home in Education City
Op-ed: Making science fun – what game-playing tells us about designing a learning experience
4 min readDr. Spencer Striker and Dr. Anto Mohsin of QF partner university Northwestern University in Qatar – the creators of a mobile game app on detecting the outbreak of disease – on why, when it comes to engaging students, video games and teaching are intrinsically linked
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
American University of Afghanistan students to continue education in Qatar through strategic agreement with QF and QFFD
4 min readAUAF students, faculty, and staff to be based at QF’s Education City over two years
2021 WISE summit provides a platform to highlight the challenges faced by young change-makers
5 min readA panel discussion at the QF initiative’s biennial summit focused on enacting better education policies and practices to support youth who want to make a difference
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defense Affairs speaks of “absolute belief” that youth can confront challenges at QF’s Education City Speaker Series Bel Arabi
4 min readEvent held in collaboration with Ministry of Defense in build-up to Qatar National Day
Qatar Academy Doha’s Activists in Action take their eco-mission to a global education audience
5 min readSustainability-focused students from QF school highlight their cause at 2021 WISE Summit
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
Everyone speaks the language of football, Street Child United CEO says at 2021 WISE Summit
3 min readYoung leaders from Street Child World Cup take the spotlight on final day of global education conference organized by QF member
Look beyond exams and nurture children’s mental health, global education audience told as 2021 WISE Summit closes
5 min readBiennial Summit of QF’s global education initiative ends with calls for education systems to provide holistic learning experiences and teach climate literacy
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
“Transformation of education needs fearless leadership,” WISE Summit is told
3 min readEducation experts discuss the key elements of redesigning education at school, system, and community levels to meet the needs of tomorrow
2021 WISE Prize for Education presented to Wendy Kopp
3 min readWendy Kopp recognized by WISE for her contribution to quality education through creating Teach For All, a diverse global network building collective leadership in classrooms and communities.
Education is at the heart of addressing climate change, WISE experts say
3 min readSecond day of 2021 summit, organized by QF’s global education initiative, addresses learning and sustainability
The world needs to listen, 2021 WISE Summit told
4 min readThree-day global education conference organized by QF initiative kicked off today under theme of Generation Unmute: Reclaiming Our Future Through Education
QF helps young innovators turn tech ideas into reality
6 min readQAST students explain how their school and the opportunities it opened up prepared them for a global aqua robotics challenge
QF students help their ability-friendly peers thrive through volunteering program
5 min readOn International Volunteer Day, experts in the educational and sporting worlds explain how such initiatives develop leadership and boosts inclusivity.
Volunteers welcome fans to Education City Stadium as FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2021™ unfolds
6 min readOpportunity is part of wider volunteering program at Qatar Foundation
HH Sheikha Moza attends Qatar Academy Doha’s 25th anniversary celebration
3 min readStories and memories flow as Qatar Foundation’s first school reaches a milestone
Instilling a love for the Arabic language in children
4 min readMothers of students speak about the role QF schools play in promoting the native language of Qataris
QF alum hopes her project will create “a drop of hope” for women in marginalized communities
3 min readHBKU graduate talks about the journey of her social entrepreneurship project – Qatra – that helps vulnerable women artisans build a sustainable livelihood
QLA’s herbal garden introduces new form of learning
concept has been integrated into curriculum of QF school – helping students put what they have studied in the classroom into practice
Qatar genomics study unlocks secrets of the past to help shape future of healthcare for millions
6 min readLargest ever Arab genome study from Qatar Genome Research Consortium sheds light on the population structure and genetic diversity of modern Arab and Middle Eastern populations
The art of debating is vital for political dialogue and decision-making: QF expert
3 min readWithin a political setting – such as Qatar’s Shura Council – passionate discussions promote respect for differences and counteract conflict, says QF’s QatarDebate
QAD students urge community to take action against plastic pollution crisis
3 min readGroup from QF school delivers talk at QGBC’s Qatar Sustainability Week
How students at a QF school are helping to provide sustainable solutions to global challenges
6 min readQAST students share their ideas on how to reduce the carbon footprint of Qatar and the world with Qatargas experts
Creativity and social awareness meet as QF’s Education City Gift Shop showcases AMAN products
3 min readCreativity and social awareness meet as QF’s Education City Gift Shop showcases AMAN products
Personalized learning is the way forward, educators say at QF event
4 min readAnnual Teaching & Learning Forum brings together pedagogical experts from around the world
HH Sheikha Moza honors the winners of QF’s Akhlaquna and Akhlaquna Junior awards
3 min readYoung people whose projects and actions embody strong morals and values are celebrated at Akhlaquna Day ceremony
First Qatari woman to be an SOS finalist wants more women to come forward with their ideas
4 min readIman Al-Hamad, who participated in Season 12 of QF’s Stars of Science, aspires to leave an imprint on the global, digital-transformation journey
QF and Wanda Group team up to offer ‘Students of Change’ the sporting chance of a lifetime
4 min readCollaboration will see young people from QF’s schools, universities, and programs be part of Wanda’s Flag Bearer Program at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ and FIFA Arab Cup 2021™
QF students share school supplies with Afghan refugees
5 min readQatar Academy Doha students package backpacks, school materials, and gifts to put smiles on the faces of “children who do not have much due to events beyond their control
QF’s Doha Debates explains how the skill to negotiate can help young activists change minds
2 min readYouth4Climate session highlights how effective communication is invaluable to solve even the most challenging issues – including climate change
Climate change activism should come from love, not fear, say QF panelists at Youth4Climate
5 min readQatar Foundation International hosted a talk that looked at how to connect youth globally to empower them to act locally
Personal choices are at the heart of climate change, QF debaters argue
5 min readQatarDebate participants at Youth4Climate address societal perspectives on the environment
QF students offer their solutions to real-world issues at climate summit
4 min readTHIMUN Qatar’s panel in Milan highlighted the skills that students gain as Model United Nations members – and how they go beyond debating and public speaking
Qatar Foundation students to speak up on climate change at international youth summit
4 min readYoung people from Qatar explain why it’s time for them to have a say in what their future will look like at historic Pre-COP26 event
Voice of youth must be heard through involvement, not activism, QF Global Goals Week panel told
5 min readCEO of QF’s WISE calls for young people to have a “seat at the table” when key decisions are made
QF educators help parents identify learning difficulties in their children during the pandemic
5 min readExperts from QF’s Learning Center and Awsaj Academy explain the difference between learning “gaps” and “difficulties”, and ways parents can keep their children focused with hybrid learning
Materials won't teach children sustainability - teachers will, say experts as QF hosts Global Goals Week panel
3 min readPanelists highlight that many teachers do not have enough background knowledge on climate change – and this must be addressed
QF volunteers support Afghan refugees in Qatar
3 min readStudent-led initiative sees QF ecosystem come together to provide activities, mental health support, and comfort in a time of need
QF student’s mother narrates her experience of raising a son with an extremely rare condition
5 min readShama Al-Hamad, mother of a child with Coffin-Lowry Syndrome, says building memories with her son and living in the moment is what matters now
Qatar Green Building Council encourages people to take climate action into their own hands
3 min readQatar Foundation to host its first Climate Change Conference this month
Education is a risky journey that Palestinian students embark on every day
5 min readOn International Day to Protect Education from Attack, two Palestinian students talk about the suffering they go through on a daily basis
From “refugee” to “unbeatable girl” – how education brings the hope of a better life
4 min readAs the world marks International Day to Protect Education from Attack – established by the United Nations following a call to action by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation – a Syrian girl’s journey demonstrates how education is stronger than war
The threat to education in Yemen – through the eyes of QF students
4 min readAs the world marks International Day to Protect Education from Attack, two million Yemeni children have no access to learning
All-female Afghan robotics team receive scholarships to study at QF with joint funding from Qatar Fund for Development
4 min read‘Afghan Dreamers’ were flown to Qatar amid Afghanistan crisis
COVID-19, schools, and children’s mental health – how we can help to build our youth’s resilience
4 min readDr. Ahsan Nazeer Division Chief of Child and Adolescent Mental Health at QF’s Sidra Medicine, shed light on ways to support children amid the ongoing pandemic
Reconstructing childrens’ lives using plastic surgery
4 min readSurgical procedures at Qatar Foundation’s Sidra Medicine go beyond appearances
QF psychologist discusses how to help children socialize again as they return to school
4 min readJody Roberson, psychologist at The Learning Center, explains how children might express anxiety, and what steps teachers and parents need to take to address these
Op-ed: “Finding passion in precision medicine made my academic path straightforward”
3 min readSama Ayoub, a QAD graduate, explains how developing a piece of technology for children with autism helped her decide to pursue a degree in medicine
QAD Graduates set to embark on new learning journey at QF
2 min readStudents look forward to exploring higher education opportunities within Education City
QF alumnus addresses ways to improve reproductive health
5 min readWeill Cornell Medicine doctor highlights importance of lifestyle changes and reproductive education
QF to announce second edition of Akhlaquna Junior Awardees in October
QF to announce second edition of Akhlaquna Junior Awardees in October
Op-ed: Applying engineering’s principles to learning
6 min readBabar Ali, Founder and Headmaster of Ananda Siksha Niketan, a school in India that has vastly increased accessibility to education, writes about the tools and techniques required to help students truly learn effectively.
QSTP program helps turn big ideas into the next big thing
5 min readAdmissions to QF’s Arab Innovation Academy open to university students in the Middle East and North Africa
Award is a way of life for a more tolerant society, say QF Akhlaquna ambassadors
Dana Al-Ali and Ghalya Abdulla, students at QF partner universities, share how their lives changed after they were honored
‘Palestinians will continue their fight until Palestine is free’ says QF graduate
Bayan Khaled, a research fellow at HBKU, talks about her first trip back to her homeland
Winners from QF science competition to participate in STEM forum in London
QF encourages youth to engage in STEM activities through RDI poster competition
My accidental career in teaching was the turning point in my life, says educator at QF
Lina Othman, Digital Learning Lead at Qatar Academy Msheireb, talks about her passion for teaching and the feelings of gratitude and pride it brings to her when she sees its fruition.
QF teacher: Even during the holidays, children`s learning never ends
Noof Al Taweel, a teacher at Qatar Foundation, talks about how to turn the summer vacation into an enjoyable learning experience
Student at QF school believes it is her duty to pass on to others what she has learned
Qatar Academy Doha student Reem Ansar has launched an educational YouTube channel to teach English as a second language to children around the world
From being dependent on family to becoming independent leaders, QLA Graduates share experiences
4 min readTwin brothers from the QF school talk about their journey at the leadership academy and the pride their father showed in their achievements
How one QF school made its students future-ready
5 min readFour graduates of the class of 2021 from Qatar Academy Al Khor talk about how they coped during a most-unique academic year
Our graduation will not be the last time you will be proud of us: Awsaj Academy graduates
3 min readStudents talk about the experiences at their QF school, and about the challenges they overcame
'Living alone and studying remotely was not enough to kill a positive spirit'
4 min readAmna Sana, graduating from VCUarts Qatar, explains how Education City’s environment shaped her learning experiences in the pandemic
Op-ed: How to preserve a safe educational environment for our children during the pandemic
5 min readIn her upcoming book, published by Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press, a member of Qatar Foundation, Qatari researcher Haya Al Dosari investigates the challenges that educators face amid COVID-19, and how to overcome them.
How the pandemic gave QAS graduates confidence for the future
5 min readQF students discuss school years, opportunities, challenges, and future goals
Meet the young change-makers behind the projects shortlisted for QF’s Akhlaquna Award
The three finalists in the fourth cycle of the initiative are awaiting the results of a public vote and jury assessment of their value-driven projects
At this QF school, the history of Palestine is on the kindergarten curriculum
A teacher at Tariq Bin Ziyad School shares her experiences and insights to build awareness of justice and righteousness among her class of little school-goers
The power of you(th) to make change happen
Bayan Khaled, a Research Fellow at the College of Islamic Studies, part of Qatar Foundation member Hamad Bin Khalifa University, speaks about its Design Post-COVID Humanity program – and how it aims to empower change-makers.
How one NU-Q filmmaker thrived and graduated during the pandemic
Tony El Ghazal, from the Class of ’21 at QF’s partner university, talks about how he was able to continue his passion for movie-making in a COVID-19 world
QF partner university's cultural initiatives celebrate Arabic identity
Three VCUarts Qatar projects are blending Arabic typography with sports and culture in a unique contemporary fusion
Being a woman doesn’t mean enrolling in an easier program, says TAMUQ engineering graduate
Nadin Mohamed, a graduate from TAMUQ, talks about how the environment at the university encouraged her to continue pursuing her educational journey
NU-Q graduate’s aim is to demystify media perceptions of the Middle East
Maryam Al-Bader, from the class of ’21 at the QF partner university, talks about studying journalism and how her degree is relevant to today’s world
Qatar Foundation agreements at SPIEF 2021 focus on education, RDI, and cultural cooperation
Nine QF entities and initiatives participated at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in Russia
QF graduate takes learnings from the classroom to the pitch
Local football player speaks about how his experience at Education City has helped him in his sporting life
CMU-Q graduate aims to become a student of change through his startups
Ali Al-Maadid talks about how QF and its partner university at Education City helped him develop two entrepreneurial projects in Qatar
QF graduate highlights the importance of connecting different cultures to promote inclusivity
As president of GU-Q’s Qatari student club, Dana Darwish organized various activities to engage international students with the local culture and heritage
CMU-Q graduate to continue QF’s lesson of lifelong learning
Al Anoud Al-Ghamdi, a Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar student, talks about the university's role in unleashing her abilities in innovation and art
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser congratulates graduates at QF’s Convocation ceremony
Live virtual event brings together more than 1,600 future change-makers from universities at Education City in a shared celebration
"Our QF journey has been filled with challenges and memories – and this is how we grow”: CMU-Q alumni
As they graduate, QF students speak about how they aim to drive change in their societies and make a positive impact on the world
‘I will always be part of Qatar Foundation, and it will always remain part of me’
A member of QF partner university Texas A&M University at Qatar’s Class of 2021 – whose graduation project created a device to support physical distancing – says the end of her studies is the start of a new journey
Palestinian QF graduate to continue her academic journey at MIT
Zeina Barghouti, a mechanical engineering graduate from TAMUQ, talks about her university experience and her future plans
QF graduate crafts a child-friendly version of Qatar National Vision 2030
Maryam Al Muftah’s final year project at VCUarts Qatar aims to motivate children to partake in the country’s future
QF’s virtual Convocation ceremony to celebrate a new wave of change-makers
Interactive live event brings together 2020 and 2021 graduates of all universities at QF – and their parents – as they enter the next chapter of their lives
QF’s Ability Friendly Program helps to change people’s lives through sport
Qader Award allows people with specific needs and disabilities to participate in specialized sports programs free of cost
In his own words: QF’s Ability Friendly Sports Program makes young people who face challenges realize they are heroes
Ahmed Hamdy Maklad, a Sports Programming Coordinator at Qatar Foundation, speaks about how Qatar Foundation’s accessible sport program is changing the lives of its participants.
A QF school that holds workshops for parents to help them in their children’s E-learning
Hamda Al-Subaey, a teacher at Tariq Bin Ziad School, talks about the steps taken by the school to enhance its digital educational process by involving parents.
20 questions with an author: Matthias Krug
Matthias Krug is an author and journalist in Qatar who writes about football, society, politics, and culture. Here, he provides an exclusive look behind-the-scenes of writing a book and what an author is really thinking about in our new series – 20 questions.
Collaborative approach needed to reduce Qatar’s mounting corrosion costs, says QF researcher
Dr. Hanan Farhat from Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute believes corrosion costs could be halved if industries adopt a proactive corrosion management approach
Op-ed: Sustainable options for transporting the energy of natural gas
6 min readDr. Yusuf Bicer and Mohammed Al-Breiki of QF member Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s College of Science and Engineering on a research project designed to identify cheaper, more efficient, and more environmentally-friendly ways of moving Qatar’s greatest energy export around the world.
Op-ed: Examining cryptocurrency from a Shariah perspective
Dr. Abdulazeem Abozaid, Associate Professor of Islamic Finance at QF member Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s College of Islamic Studies, on why the likes of Bitcoin may not pass the validity test as a Shariah currency.
QAD Primary and QLA hoist green flags as they become Eco-Schools
QF schools aims to cultivate a sustainable mindset among students
Amplifying the voice of the youth
QF students discuss positives – and negatives – of self-expression on social media
Youth must lead global movement to fight climate change, THIMUN Qatar conference told
QF-led virtual gathering of international youth voices focuses on climate action
QF fosters cultural awareness with diverse student body
Education City university students represent more than 113 different nationalities
QF school helps build active, compassionate young people through ethics curriculum
Unique Akhlaquna course created by Qatar Academy Al Wakra
QF students step into the spotlight as school musical’s story hits the screen
Young performers from across QF’s schools showcase their creative talents by reviving a performing arts tradition
How fitness impacts learning
QF students and teachers explain why physical activity should be incorporated into the curriculum
Sustainability in focus at QF member’s international schools debating championship
QatarDebate-organized tournament to explore environmental issues through the eyes and voices of youth
In His Own Words: Qataris simply don’t walk, but this wasn’t always the case
AbdulRahman Al-Mana, a Qatar Academy alumnus and an urban planner, writes about the importance of building cities for people, not cars
“If a person is shy to share ideas … the world is missing out,” QF education expert says
QAM principal sheds light on how QF schools empower students through self-expression and two-way communication
Even with AI moving into classrooms, teachers will always be in demand: QF alumnus
Touhami Abi says moving away from a “one-size-fits-all’ theory is what educational technology is seeking to achieve.
QF career advisor urges youth to seek online experience in COVID-19 world
QCDC offers unique learning opportunities designed to help young people prepare for their futures
“The relationship between education and the economy is integral”
Dr. Asmaa Al-Fadala, Director of Research and Content Development at the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) - QF’s global education initiative- talks about the importance of education to economic growth
Op-ed: A mother will always be a school of wisdom even if she does not have a university degree
Reem Hamid, a collaborator at QF school Academyati, talks about the impact a mother can have on society and the world by raising a successful child.
“Education is one of the most important things in life”: QF student
Nine learners from QF schools reveal their pride after winning the 14th Education Excellence Award
“I call on young men to pursue a career in teaching”: QF teacher
Qatar Leadership Academy teacher credits QF support in helping to win Education Excellence Award
This is why we love science, say QF students
A passion for science and a conducive educational environment is helping these women walk the scientific path.
Young Arab woman scientist at QF is on a mission to improve drug development
Dr. Isra Marei, Post-Doctoral Associate in Pharmacology at Weill Cornell Medicine – Qatar, is working toward engineering 3D vascular grafts for cardiovascular drug screening
In her own words: We must realize that there should be no limits for girls
Joana Khatib, a senior at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, who left the U.S. to pursue her education at Qatar Foundation, speaks about society’s impression of women, especially in science.
Op-ed: Looking at how Stars of Science and QSTP support young Arab innovators
Hayfa Al-Abdulla, Innovation Director at Qatar Science & Technology Park, on her experience as a guest judge on the edutainment show, and the show’s impact as a thriving innovation ecosystem
How a QF school is keeping its girls engaged in science
On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Kym Amimo Lusiola, a teacher from Qatar Academy for Science and Technology, talks about the role the school has in raising young scientists.
How QF is empowering the next generation of precision medicine workers
Two women trained in precision medicine discuss their goals for the field and its importance to the healthcare industry
QF launches program for gifted students
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth to offer a customized version of its initiative for students in Qatar
Start investing in the idea of clean energy: QF researcher
Dr. Veronica Bermudez from HBKU’s QEERI discusses decarbonization and how it has to be embedded into the economy, society, and the environment
In her own words: Why COVID-19 should make us all appreciate the value of art
Marwa Ahmed, a member of QF’s Internal Communication team, looks back on her experience of completing a Master’s degree amid a pandemic, as part of the final graduating class of UCL Qatar.
Op-ed: As the world battles a pandemic, let's give science the credit it deserves
Aisha Tanvir, a member of QF’s Communication Directorate, writes about how an increased appreciation for science might be the biggest winner of the year 2020
“As the COVID-19 generation, our strength shows in our resilience”: QF students
On International Day of Education, students from QF partner universities talk about the shift in their learning experience during the pandemic
QF creates platform aimed at encouraging students to find their voice
Qatar Academy Sidra language professor teaches tailor-made unit titled Voice, Agency, Protest
Media Majlis at QF partner university wins top digital award
Innovative and engaging media museum – the first in the Arab world - claims accolade in 2020 Digital Signage Expo APEX Awards
QF computing expert discusses use of Artificial Intelligence in digital forensics
Dr. Husrev Taha Sencar from Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s Qatar Computing Research Institute highlights the importance of digital forensics in a highly computerized world
QF psychologist highlights the effects of stress on students’ brains
Long-term stress can wreak havoc on the mind and body, and the pandemic is proving to be a great opportunity to shine a spotlight on mental health and well-being
QF school broadens the horizons of Arabic language teaching through creativity
Zayed Qasim, an Arabic language and Islamic Studies teacher at Qatar Academy for Science and Technology, and his students explain how the unique Arabic drama activity they staged at their school for the first time has enriched their educational experience
The power of virtual reality in learning
Mariam Rafehi from QF partner university Northwestern University in Qatar speaks about the immersive experience virtual reality offers
Autofix QA: the crystallization of a QF education
8 min readQF alumni’s automobile service is an example of what happens when creativity meets technology – and the benefits of studying in a multiversity campus.
In her own words: They told me that my innovation dream was impossible. Now I share my success with them
As innovators across the Arab world are encouraged to apply for the next season of Stars of Science, Kuwaiti engineer Jenan Al-Shehab relives her experience of QF’s innovation TV show
‘It’s a universal language’: Omar Offendum on how music and poetry can build understanding of Arab culture
The hip-hop artist, poet, and peace activist, and regular supporter of Qatar Foundation International, speaks about music’s role as a learning tool and a connector, and why teachers can be like “rock stars”
‘In 2020, a year of challenges, we are proud of our country, our leadership, and our youth’
Aysha Al-Ansari, Head of the Heritage Collection at Qatar National Library, speaks about how the Qatari identity has evolved, and what the Qatar of today represents to its people
Human dignity is at the forefront of Qatar’s values, Minister of Culture and Sports tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series Bel Arabi
His Excellency Salah bin Ghanem Al Ali speaks on youth and identity as QF launches Arabic-only edition of discussion platform
Al Shafallah students’ creativity showcased at Education City Gift Shop
Qatar Foundation agreement helps to build confidence among the center’s students
American soccer stars visit QF ahead of 2021 U.S.-Qatar Year of Culture launch
Washington Spirit women’s football team inspire young members of QF community and learn about cultural heritage of Qatar and the region
Generation Amazing festival hears how harnessing the power of sport can help overcome global challenges
Virtual event hosted by Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy, with Qatar Foundation as strategic partner
QF members discuss why women are giving up their jobs in the pandemic
CMU-Q research students and professor highlight how the pandemic has resulted in disproportionate rise of the unemployment among women
Educating the next generation of changemakers on sustainability
QF schools enhance children’s development through education about the environment in their daily lives
Op-ed: How QF is at the forefront of an Ability Friendly movement in Qatar
Kathleen Bates, Senior ASD/Special Needs Aquatic Specialist and Coach at Qatar Foundation, on the impact that opening up inclusive opportunities creates – and how Qatar is gradually breaking down stigmas
COVID has caused a rise in mental health issues among children, experts say
QF’s global health initiative sees experts explore mental health challenges for children and adolescents
In his own words: The beauty of a writer’s residency
DW Gibson, Director of Art Omi: Writers, talks about HBKU Press’ partnership with Art Omi for a second year – a collaboration that will sponsor an Arabic writer for a month-long residency program in New York
QF schools educate students about how to combat bullying
In Anti-Bullying Week, QF school counselors highlight how they are encouraging students to speak up and embrace empathy and friendship – while also focusing on cyberbullying
The QF graduate who’s building hope through education in his Gambian homeland
Empowered by his own educational journey, Ousman Camara has started an organization in his home country to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged communities
Using art outside the Education City Stadium to depict the vibrancy of Qatar Foundation
Murals outside the venue, painted by artists from VCUarts Qatar, aim to showcase local life and culture to the world in 2022
QF professor redefines healthcare through AI-based app
Rimads, a start-up founded and chaired by CMU-Q professor, makes healthcare solutions faster, safer and more accessible
Op-ed: Has social media changed the world?
Professor Banu Akdenizli, Associate Professor of Communication at Northwestern University in Qatar, writes about how criticizing social media isn’t always constructive
First Qatari female inventor to reach QF’s Stars of Science finals
Eiman Al-Hamad to compete for title of top Arab innovator
In the QF spotlight: Musician Hassan Moataz Al-Mulla – from a family piano to Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra
A love of music born of curiosity led to the cello and rababa player reaching the point where he performed in a concert that represented a world first
In their own words: Mythopoeia – why we need to extensively document the Syrian exodus
Two GU-Q students share their thoughts on the importance of a centralized archive of the Syrian exodus that will serve as the basis of a Syrian Mythopoeia
TV Review: Stakes are high in a shocking triple elimination
After the calm came the storm, as two weeks of no departures were followed by three exits in the latest episode of QF’s Stars of Science
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser presents QF’s Akhlaquna and Akhlaquna Junior Awards
Akhlaquna Day ceremony honors children and young people who embody morals, values, and ethical behaviors – and inspire others through their actions.
VCUarts Qatar’s new director comes full circle at QF
Lejla Niksic studied at Qatar Academy, VCUarts Qatar, and UCL Qatar, and is now returning to QF to serve the community she has been part of for decades
Qatar Foundation ethicist sheds light on the Islamic perspective of genomics
Dr. Mohamed Ghaly, Professor at HBKU’s CILE, answers the question of whether genomics is akin to medical fortune-telling.
Looking at wars and crises through an artistic lens
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art has concluded its Our World Is Burning exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo-Paris, featuring the work of more than 30 artists from around the world
TV Review: The jury change the rules - and save three Stars of Science participants
Tense clashes, big challenges, and a shock twist in the tale were all part of the latest episode of Qatar Foundation’s innovation television show
‘Let students leave school to gain more technical skills’, says education activist on QF learning panel
South African activist believes a university degree after 16 years of formal education can be counterproductive to young people’s potential
TV Review: High tension and unexpected twists as Stars of Science reaches a crunch point
The latest episode of QF’s innovation TV show saw the eight finalists for Season 12 decided.
TV review: Female innovators impress the Stars of Science jury in a sweet and sour episode
Competitors focused on areas including sustainability and fake news as the latest episode of Qatar Foundation`s innovation TV show saw dreams continue – and end
Op-ed: COVID-19 has given the world’s universities a chance to put dysfunction behind them
Dr. Hassan Rashid Al-Derham, President of Qatar University – one of the participants in the Education Disrupted, Education Reimagined conference series organized by QF’s global education think-tank WISE – on how the institution he leads responded to the pandemic, and why educational necessity also creates educational opportunity
Stars of Science overcomes COVID-19 obstacles to air Season 12
Executive producer details creative solutions to ensure QF TV show continues
In her own words: I want to tell my children stories in my mother tongue
Qatar Foundation university student, Shaikha AlKubaisi, talks about her passion for Arabic
QF works to mitigate racial biases and all forms of discrimination
Annette Vincent, newly appointed Associate Dean of Diversity and Climate at a Qatar Foundation partner university, talks about how her role can help create transformative impact for society
COVID-19 has offered ‘a golden ticket to the future of education’, QF’s WISE conference told
The third edition of the Education Disrupted, Education Reimagined series explored the implications of COVID-19 on the future of education leadership and school systems
TV review: Memories and nostalgia flow on Stars of Science
Innovations in education, medicine, and childcare emerged in the latest episode of Qatar Foundation’s innovation TV show
QF and Qatar Museums launch global art contest focused on COVID-19 resilience
Artists from around world encouraged to illustrate the strength of humanity’s response to pandemic ahead of Paris Peace Forum 2020
Stars of Science: Where Are They Now? – Omar Hamid
The 2015 finalist in QF’s innovation TV show on his love of design, his invention that provides physical support for worshippers – and why he feels creative Muslim minds should take the innovation leap.
The student storytellers from QF who are shining a light on human rights
Northwestern University in Qatar students Juyoung Choi and Saad Ejaz have won international acclaim for their film on Yemeni refugees in South Korea – and say their Education City experience has transformed their lives and goals.
Can Model UN programs make school curriculum more effective?
Fatima El Mahdi, Head of Qatar Foundation initiative THIMUN Qatar, discusses benefits of incorporating principles of THIMUN into school curriculums
How parents have turned lockdown into learning opportunities
Qatar Foundation school parents talk about how they used the pandemic as an opportunity to learn, play, and build stronger family bonds
QF-inspired technology aims to bring the world’s innovators together
SynSapien provides platform for ‘virtual’ collaboration – and works with researchers to develop early-detection device for pneumonia
The QF student’s robot that is a security guard by day, and a cleaner by night
Ali Rashid’s invention is designed to keep people safe in the era of COVID-19 – and beyond
In his own words: “Being a male art student in an all-boys school was often frowned upon”
As a designer with a passion for storytelling, Hazem’s work tries to raise awareness, provoke action, expose assumptions, and question the unknown
In her own words: "The thought of how proud my grandfather would be … keeps pushing me"
Noof Al-Naama, student at VCUarts Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university, speaks about the impact of her family's artistic legacy on her career
Hopes, fears, dreams: QF’s youth have their say on the future of the world
In the week that marked International Youth Day, young people from the Qatar Foundation community reveal what they want to see the world become – and their concerns about the path it may take.
In her own words: Facing the beast
Ghenwa Yehia, Content Development Specialist at HBKU Press, took all the precautions to safeguard herself and her family from contracting SARS-CoV-2, and yet she and her family tested positive. Here she recounts her emotional journey with COVID-19.
Stitching the COVID-19 human experience into art
Lauren Morell, a VCUarts Qatar alumna, shares the inspiration behind her latest project of creating face masks out of scraps and recycled fabric to reflect on human solidarity amid the current pandemic.
COVID-19 virus weakens in hot and humid weather, study finds
Expert from QF’s HBKU research center highlights the work undertaken at QEERI to analyze and forecast the global situation
Professor at Qatar Foundation wins prestigious computing award for data encryption solution
Dr. Roberto Di Pietro, a professor at Hamad Bin Khalifa University at Qatar Foundation’s Education City, has become the most recent winner of the Jean-Claude Laprie award. Dr Di Pietro was one of four authors of a paper that provides a solution for data encryption and cyber security that, over a decade since its publication, is still unmatched.
Cross-border learning thrives at QF universities despite COVID-19
The pandemic is changing the face of education now and for the future. But what do universities do when cross-border exchange is part of the coursework? For QF partner university HEC Paris at Qatar, it’s an opportunity for transformation.
Two weddings and a pandemic: members of QF’s community on how COVID-19 affected their marriage plans
Brides-to-be share their experiences of rethinking their dream weddings amid a global health crisis
QF alumni’s startup aims to ensure a cashless future leaves nobody behind
cWallet, a company founded by a group of HEC Paris in Qatar graduates, allows low-income workers to access digital financial services without needing a debit or credit card
Op-ed: When choosing your career, just follow your passion
Khalifa Al-Salahi, a certified career counselor and one of the participants in an event organized by Qatar Career Development Center – a member of QF – talks about guiding students towards fields that enhance their creativity
‘We are stronger together; we are happier together’
Students from Qatar Foundation’s Awsaj Academy celebrate International Friendship Day
Engineers at QF partner university transform snorkeling masks to ventilators
TAMUQ researchers modify commercially available masks to aid in fight against COVID-19
QF and EAA invest in the potential of youth through new partnership
15 QF students identified as recipients of the Al Fakhoora Dynamic Futures Qatar program
How Qatar – and QF – are aiming to help make the world hepatitis-free
As the global community marks World Hepatitis Day, QF partner university Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, home to the region’s first WHO Collaborating Center for Infectious Disease Epidemiology Analytics, continues its fight against viral hepatitis
‘The Quarantine Diaries was my statement of refusal to be static’
Sara Al Buainain, an alumna of QF partner university Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar, has illustrated her personal experience, insights and emotions during COVID-19 through a digital art gallery
Op-ed: Learning science through gameplay
Spencer Striker and Anto Mohsin, professors at QF partner university Northwestern University in Qatar, are developing a mobile game on contact tracing
A day in the life: ‘I’m grateful for my foggy face-shield; no one can see the tears’
Qatari doctor and QF partner-university WCM-Q alumna Dr. AlReem Al-Nabet, a fourth year Dermatology Resident Physician at McGill University, Montreal, recounts 24 hours on a day in her life at the frontline of caring for Covid-19 patients
QF keeps the skills of Qatar’s young debaters sharp amid COVID-19
QatarDebate team wins Helsinki Online Open Debating Championship as part of the team's preparations to compete in an international tournament
QF and TED launch TEDinArabic – a global platform for showcasing ideas in the Arabic language
Two-year partnership seeks to bring solutions, inventions, and stories from Arabic speakers to the attention of a worldwide audience
Creating the digital innovators of the future
Rami Samha, Senior Information Services Librarian in Qatar National Library’s Children and Young Adults team, talks about the continuing partnership with Studio 5/6, helping to educate young Qataris to become the digital innovators of the future.
Students at QF discuss the black experience and rage at online event
Organized by GU-Q’s Black Students Association, the webinar saw three students talk about ways to understand and remain sincere to the BLM movement
Global science competition hosted by QF and British Council brings out the best in Qatar’s students
Competition highlights importance of science communication
How QF is supporting students living on campus during lockdown
As COVID-19 precautionary measures require students to remain isolated in their rooms, QF’s student housing staff and partner universities are coming up with new ways to maintain a sense of community
Sisters, classmates, business partners
Jawaher and Hissa Al Mannai, sisters and students at HEC-Paris in Qatar share their unique journey of success
Using empathy to navigate global issues: a QF graduate’s experience
A member of QF’s Class of 2020 recounts her experience of advocating for the environment through empathy
Op-ed: The fight against racism is not a fight for representation
Hazim Mohamed, alumni of QF partner university Georgetown University in Qatar, on why the political is as important as the personal in combating racial injustice.
From creating art to exhibiting in galleries – a QF student’s journey from design major to museum study
Nourbanu Hijazi studied art at VCUarts Qatar before joining UCL Qatar to learn about museum practices, a combination she hopes to utilize to contribute towards contextualizing art to the local community in Qatar
Op-ed: More read alouds inspire children to write and tell their own story
Children’s author and critic Dina Elabd – who is currently posting read alouds on Qatar Foundation International’s YouTube channel – speaks about how reading together can set children on the path to being lifelong learners.
In his own words: How my years at a QF school paved my way to creative success
Abdul Rahman Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Muhannadi, a graduate of Qatar Academy Al Khor, talks about the role of the Qatar Foundation school in developing his artistic skills and passion
QAD graduate dedicated to enacting social change
“I want to help make the world a better place,” says Qatar Foundation student
Op-ed: The damage we do to Yemen
Qatar Foundation postgraduate student Mariam Al-Dhubhani on how those looking to support the war-torn country need to educate themselves about the conflict through a wider lens
Efficiency of Qatar’s healthcare system supports doctors in facing COVID-19 challenges
QF graduate emphasizes role of pandemic in highlighting scale of challenges facing doctors around the world
Fourteen-year-old becomes ABP’s youngest graduate
QF’s PUE graduate, Rowida Mounier, aspires to study genomics to be able to help her community
QF graduate develops phone app for low-income workers
Fatima Mustafawi’s final project at CMU-Q served as a platform to develop mobile application for a social cause
The spirit of these QF school alumni is not dampened by the absence of a graduation ceremony
Two graduates from Awsaj Academy talk about their experiences in the school that honed their skills and prepared them for the future
Qatar’s first university elective on infectious disease outbreak was “like being in the eye of the storm”
QF partner university students emphasize the importance of public healthcare as they gain an in-depth view of life on the COVID-19 frontline.
Protecting the tiniest of lives: VCUarts Qatar produces infant face-shields
QF partner university continues community-wide initiatives to combat COVID-19
This was supposed to be the best time to graduate
TAMUQ alumna speaks about her time at the QF partner university, and how she is preparing to deal with an uncertain future
QF schools’ 2020 graduates experience a mix of emotions as they look to the future
Graduating students from Qatar Academy Al Khor reveal what their years at the school have meant to them, and what the next chapter in their story holds
Qatar Leadership Academy graduates march into their future
Students from QF school describe how their education has equipped them with skills that will allow them to tackle all challenges
Seeking representation through film and storytelling – a QF graduate’s journey
An NU-Q graduate’s journey from a small town in Tunisia to Qatar, and then the world
In his own words: My mother's "wish came true" when I graduated from Awsaj – and this is just the start
Jassim Mohamad, a graduating student at Qatar Foundation’s Awsaj Academy, describes his journey with autism, and how his mother and his school gave him confidence in his creative skills
Two QF alumni are helping millions of students learn while watching TV
By creating educational content for Pakistan’s recently launched Teleschool initiative, Osaama Shehzad and Haroon Yasin are making up for missed lessons due to the COVID-19 pandemic
QF’s Qatar Academy Doha empowers eco-leaders
QAD graduate’s research aims to reduce water waste in Qatar
In her own words: ‘Even if you will not shine on the stage, each one of you is a shining star’
Sally Y. Al Chalouhi, a counselor at Awsaj Academy – a specialized Qatar Foundation school for students with mild to moderate learning needs – shares her pride in its latest batch of graduates
Taunts drove her to excel – but QF showed her what a leader looks like
QF graduate Sarah Shaath shares how receiving NU-Q’s Dean’s Award is a culmination of her personal journey to overcome her own insecurities.
In her own words: Awsaj Academy taught me to dream big
Haya Al Thani, a graduating student from a Qatar Foundation school, explains why it is the perfect place for students to both learn and enjoy, and why she will always remember her time there.
Op-ed: Research is the path toward solving the puzzle of Autism
Dana Al Ali, a third-year medical student at QF partner university Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar and a member of a team whose project won the 12th cycle of Qatar National Research Fund’s Undergraduate Research Experience Program, on how scientific exploration meets a need for answers
Op-ed: Qatar had no time to waste in tackling COVID-19. Our response means we will come back stronger
Faruk Mohammad Azad, Assistant Executive Director for Business Development at Hamad Medical Corporation and one of the speakers at a recent panel discussion at QF partner university Georgetown University in Qatar on dealing with COVID-19, speaks about how, when people’s health and safety is the priority, the stakes are high.
How QF schools aim to keep cyberbullies at bay
Psychologists at educational institutions say children’s mental health can suffer if they are victims of online tormentors – but there are measures ready to deal with them.
The QF graduate on the hunt for authentic artefacts
Can a handicraft or artefact be considered authentic to a country if it is not made using local materials and manpower? A QF graduate searches for the answer.
How COVID-19 can help us rethink healthcare delivery
Majed Lababidi, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Droobi Health – and an alumni of Qatar Foundation’s innovation TV show Stars of Science – explains how his company is helping to provide the digital healthcare solutions that the pandemic has highlighted the need for.
From humble beginnings to TAMUQ graduate
An Indian graduate from QF’s partner university hopes to inspire others looking to pursue their dreams
Graduates from QF’s QAS look forward to pursuing their dreams at Education City
Graduating students are excited to continue their journey at QF universities
Op-ed: Innovation and heritage can be combined to enhance students' passion for music
Yassine Ayari, a music educator at Qatar Foundation schools Academyati and Tariq Bin Ziad School, a Nay player, and an ethnomusicologist, talks about his experience in establishing imaginative curricula to teach students about the beauty and value of Qatari music.
Op-ed: Why A Pandemic Cannot Lead To Education Being Suspended
Dalal Ali Ahmed, Assistant Principal of Tariq Bin Ziad School – part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education – highlights the importance of distance learning in times of crisis, to prepare a young generation to face challenges.
QF medical graduate says COVID-19 brings ‘a great responsibility’ to new wave of healthcare professionals
Dr. Abdullah Al Mulla, a member of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s Class of 2020, speaks about the challenges the pandemic poses for medical graduates - and the motivation it gives them
‘Start fighting for this world’ one of QF’s first graduates tells its Class of 2020
Dr. Khalid Al-Khelaifi – a member of QF’s Class of 2008 – sends his message to QF’s latest batch of graduates as their university days end, and a new phase of their journey begins, in a COVID-19 world
In her own words: My Down syndrome twins are beautiful because they are different -and they are my inspiration.
Abeer Al-Banna, a mother-of-five and a teacher at Awsaj Academy, talks about how the two pillars of her life- her family and her teaching- interconnect.
QF highlights how children are helping to shape curriculums
LEAPS Webinar explores challenges and opportunities presented to progressive schools by COVID-19
QF’s animated TV series promotes learning in children
Voice actors explain how Siraj experience helped them develop their Arabic language skills
Striking a balance between hope and fear: QF alumnus shares the thought process behind government policymaking in times of crisis
As different countries take different measures to fight the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, a QF alumnus working with the Pakistani government talks about his experience of being an analyst managing the outbreak
Meet the youngest Qatari to climb Kilimanjaro
When QF student Tamader Al Subaaey saw the famous African mountain from a distance as a child, she dreamt of one day reaching its peak. In February, that day arrived.
QF partner university produces laser-cut face shields to help fight COVID-19
The project by the fabrication laboratory team at VCUarts Qatar is supporting frontline healthcare workers in Qatar
Op-ed: Grasping the once in a lifetime opportunity that is 2022
Author Matthias Krug’s latest book – published by Qatar Foundation’s HBKU Press – reveals Qatar’s vibrant football history, on and off the pitch. And he says this is why the nation will surprise the world as a FIFA World Cup host.
How a QF alumnus adapted his business to battle COVID-19
CMU-Q graduate Mohammed Al-Matwi produces sanitizers and antiseptics – in a perfume factory
How a QF school led a student on a year-long journey of transformation
One year after being unable to speak a single sentence in English, Maryam Al Obaidly was confident enough in this language to address the public at a major learning festival – because of Qatar Academy for Science and Technology.
In her own words: Paying it forward to young writers
Dalal Ghanim Al Romaihi – the 14-year-old author of the 2020 HBKU Press World Book Day book selection Where Is My Teacher? – on how a leap of faith made her dream of becoming an author come true, and why young writers everywhere should be encouraged to do the same.
We take the air we breathe for granted, says Qatari researcher
Ph.D. candidate at QF homegrown university talks about contributing to building a sustainable environment in Qatar
In our own words: How QF’s inclusive approach to sport has empowered our son
Through its Qader Award, QF ensures its Ability Friendly Swimming and Football Programs are available to all. The family of young participant Yussif Heath can testify to the sense of happiness and fulfilment the award brings.
QF graduates show how film can be a bridge as the world battles coronavirus
Filmmakers from Qatar, who recently showcased their work at France’s Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Festival as part of the Qatar-France Year of Culture 2020, say cinema has an important role in connecting people – and cultures.
Op-ed: The importance and the challenges of guiding young people toward the right career
Abdulla Al-Mansoori, Director of Qatar Career Development Center – a member of QF – on why greater societal understanding of the need for career guidance and constant self-development is vital to Qatar.
The benefits of reading in self-isolation
Qatar Reads provides learning opportunities while country battles coronavirus
Q&A: ‘Through remote schooling, children are seeing that learning is a lifelong activity’
Stuart V. Leeming, Executive Director of Qatar Foundation Schools, on how these schools are delivering e-learning – and how students, parents, and teachers have responded to it.
Qatar Foundation: helping children with specific needs thrive
Ability Friendly Program has supported more than 300 children in Qatar since its launch last year
In her own words: ‘My sister has autism. This is my letter to her’
Fatima Al Mahanadi, a student at Qatar Academy Al Khor – part of QF’s Pre-University Education – writes about her journey with her sister, and how it has made her a better person.
QF’s TV series Siraj returns – offering children a new learning adventure
Supporting remote learning amid current challenges, the 3D program’s new series shows how, with imagination and curiosity, learning never stops
Qatar Foundation keeps children occupied in times of crisis
Qatar Reads continues to deliver books to Family Reading Program members
QF empowers women to excel in the field of scientific innovation
Female participants in Stars of Science share their experiences
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends opening of the Education City Golf Club
World-class sporting and community venue is hosting the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters 2020
QF’s Education City Golf Club is ‘extraordinary’, says course designer José Maria Olazábal
Sporting hero who designed Qatar Foundation course was inspired by its knowledge-focused setting
In her own words: "I breathe a prayer before I treat each patient"
Dr. Muneera Al-Fadala on how she became the first and only practicing Qatari female vet in Qatar and at QF’s Equine Veterinary Medical Center – and why she chose to treat animals
What happens when you bring eight Western universities to a small Middle Eastern country?
For the past 25 years, students in Qatar have been studying in a city where the iconic landmarks are some of the world’s top universities from New York, Paris, Chicago, London, Washington, DC, and more.
Op-ed: Why golf is more than a game
Hamad Bin Khalifa University academic Dr. Susan L. Karamanian not only loves golf – she’s learned life lessons from it. As Qatar’s Foundation’s Education City Golf Club prepares for its biggest event to date, she explains why.
QF forum highlights role of education and the Arabic language in preserving national identity
Fifth edition of Education Forum on Heritage and Identity held at Tariq Bin Ziad School
Qatar Foundation helps to grow the game of golf in Qatar
Education City Golf Club’s community-inspired programs support the development of the sport
QF highlights political relations in the Gulf at Oasis of Dialogue
Qatar Debate platform hosted speakers from Qatar, Oman and Kuwait
His Highness the Father Amir and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attend official opening of QF’s Tariq Bin Ziad School
Historic school offers learning experiences rooted in Qatari cultural heritage and values
Op-ed: Change your food shop and you can change the world
Nutritionist, naturopath, author, and public Speaker Zoë Palmer-Wright – whose new book A Beautiful Balance: A Wellness Guide to Healthy Eating and Feeling Great, is published by Qatar Foundation’s HBKU Press – on how our food habits can help the fight against climate change.
Creative QF students place their work on a Paris platform
As the Qatar-France Year of Culture 2020 gets underway, young design talents from Qatar have displayed their creations to the world at the Maison & Objet trade show in the French capital.
Experts explore the meaning and power of public art as QF hosts international forum
Thought-leaders and art practitioners share insights at event organized with British Council and Qatar Museums
How QF is helping social entrepreneurs change the face of education
WISE Accelerator program – now inviting 2020-21 submissions - opens up new horizons for edtech ventures
His Highness The Amir reviews Qatar Research, Development and Innovation Strategy 2030 and visits Qatar Foundation's Research Complex
The QRDI Council has developed a national strategy that takes a holistic view of Qatar's research, development, and innovation ecosystem.
QF students’ campaign calls for Qatar to ban plastic bags
Young activists at Qatar Academy Doha aim to raise awareness of the impact of single-use plastic bags on the environment and marine life
Op-ed: Sparking creative conflict for TV is Doha Debates’ challenge
Dr. Govinda Clayton, the QF production’s “connector” on how he hopes its focus on building bridges will help to improve the global standard of debate
QF takes fitness to the heart of the community
The high-profile Dogpound gym offered classes as part of Qatar National Sport Day
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser joins QF’s National Sport Day activities
Thousands flock to Education City to enjoy activities designed for the whole community to enjoy
Op-ed: ‘I am more than my wheelchair’
Sherif Mohamed Elgindi speaks about why people’s gender, race, or disability must never lead to them being ‘labeled’.
Lunchtime Lunges and Workplace Walkabouts
Dogpound talk at Qatar Foundation provides tips on how to stay active in office
The QF doc who’s running around the clock
Dr. Jeremie Arash Rafii Tabrizi is about to undergo a 24-hour test of stamina and mental strength at Education City – and is inviting Qatar’s community to join him.
How QF unlocked the musical talents of a boy with Williams Syndrome
The development disorder meant Salman Saleem faced educational and social challenges. Music – and Qatar Music Academy – are now helping him follow his dreams.
The security guard who discovered his artistic talent at QF
Eric Kirimi Muthomi’s life has changed because of art – and encouragement.
QF to support SC in developing Qatar 2022 visitor experience
Collaboration spans visitor experience, research and environmental projects, and football for development initiatives
Celebrating sport with Qatar Foundation
QF’s National Sport Day activities cater to all ages, interests, and fitness levels
‘There is nothing in the world like Qatar Foundation’
HE Dr. Hamad Bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari speaks about how education is the cornerstone of Qatar’s development – and QF’s role in equipping the nation’s youth for the challenges of the future.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser participates in I AM QF as Qatar Foundation marks its 25th anniversary
Panel discussion led by Her Excellency Sheikha Hind focuses on the power of collaboration
QF’s QatarDebate provides chance to learn and grow, say competitors
Kuwaiti and Jordanian teams make it to the final round of Asian Arabic Debating Championship
QF member launches Asian Arabic Debating Championship in Malaysia
QatarDebate organizes the first edition of the tournament in Kuala Lumpur
Conductor goes from Qatar Foundation concert to the Oscars
Before making history in Hollywood, top conductor Eimear Noone is “coming home” with Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra
QF’s latest Art Trail highlights African culture and history
Colonialism, upscaled materials – and a ‘female’ art piece – are part of Mathaf exhibition
QF educators tackle the question of why children don’t like school
The mainstream schooling system has disengaged so many children around the world, while the progressive school movement strives to fix that.
QF basketball players hold minute’s silence in memory of NBA legend Kobe Bryant
Tributes paid at Education City games after basketball hero’s death alongside his daughter in US helicopter crash
QF scholarships open up new horizons for students
Learners who excel at universities in Education City receive full scholarships
Creator of Marvel’s first Muslim superhero shares her writing journey
Author and comic writer G. Willow Wilson’s work is now being taught to students at QF
Big tech companies should be regulated, speakers claim at QF debate in Davos
Experts argue the case for and against cracking down on tech companies in QatarDebate-sponsored event held in collaboration with The New York Times
Diversity is the strength of this QSTP boot camp
Having completed a third edition, the Arab Innovation Academy is experiencing high engagement. What makes this program so special?
QF school honored as one of the world’s best in teaching and learning
Qatar Academy for Science and Technology beat 250 schools to win the award
QF to join the big tech debate in Davos
QatarDebate - in collaboration with The New York Times - to sponsor debate on sidelines of the World Economic Forum
QF booths draw thousands at Doha International Book Fair
National reading initiative Qatar Reads among those participating in the literary showcase
Riders shine as QF’s Al Shaqab holds first Showjumping Competition
Contest aims to support horse-owners and improve the skills of Al Shaqab students
Entrepreneurs flock to QF to learn how to turn ideas into reality
Students develop unique startup ideas in intensive 10-day program.
Op-ed: Don’t settle for a divided world
With the next season of QF’s Doha Debates – and its new podcast series – around the corner, its correspondent Nelufar Hedayat speaks about the importance of dialogue and consensus.
The students who bring the United Nations to QF
The annual THIMUN Qatar conference sees young leaders from around the world develop their skills in a simulated UN setting. And youth makes it happen.
QF schools cut dependency on overseas professional learning by 90%
Educational Development Institute emerges as the mover and shaker of education in schools across Qatar.
How QF is nurturing a new generation of equine excellence
A unique program at Al Shaqab is developing the horse-riding stars of the future while also teaching them valuable life skills.
In her own words: My stories are like children that leave the nest to become books
Award-winning author Lilas Taha – whose books are published by QF member HBKU Press – has found success as a storyteller. Here, she tells her own.
Take risks and invest in teachers to improve schools, says QF educator
Dr. Asmaa Al-Fadala of WISE tells conference “teacher learning” is crucial if education strategies are to work.
“Qatar Foundation tour revived my dream to find a treatment for my own condition.”
How a paraplegic student’s visit to Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar rekindled his passion for medicine
Tim Cahill’s giant message for the youth
Australia’s top goal-scorer’s personal experience serves as an inspiration for all youth – whether they play football or not
Technology for peacebuilding
United Nation’s Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs trains with QCRI to learn new ways for global conflict resolution
Can art be sustainable?
Museum experts and academia point to examples that say yes to the question
The role of religious and spiritual values in caring for the elderly
Dr. Ayman Shabana, a faculty member at the Georgetown University in Qatar, talks about the participation of QF initiative in a joint seminar on Religion and Medical Ethics: Palliative Care and the Mental Health of the Elderly in Rome.
His sister’s mental health left him feeling helpless, until he made a film about it
By using filmmaking not just for entertainment, but also to raise crucial awareness, QF alumnus Zaki Hussain is fighting a common stigma by documenting his family’s struggles with mental illness
FIFA legends thrill Generation Amazing at Oxygen Park
SC’s community-based initiative in partnership with QF and FIFA
Helping students to overcome financial challenges
Qatar Foundation's funding pathways are designed to support students to achieve their goals
Qatar Academy Sidra students shine on stage with performance of Aladdin
QF school’s first musical production aimed at developing students’ life skills
Gifted QF students compete in world mathematics team championship in South Korea
The best math students from three Qatar Foundation schools teamed up to represent the nation in the global contest.
Dalian professional FC U14 concludes Qatar Foundation tour
Dalian Professional FC and Qatar Foundation Youth serve as flag bearers for the final of the FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019™
The 20th Edition of Al Bawasil Camp starts under ‘We Can’ slogan
A daily educational program with a range of recreational activities
Science and ethics unite in QF tent at Darb Al Saai
Akhlaquna Award booth draws the attention of families
STEM activities hosted within QF`s Darb Al Saai tent during Qatar National Day celebrations
Visitors to the TAMUQ booth reveal how its activities have enhanced their passion for science
Identity and culture at the heart of Qatar Reads’ Qatar National Day celebrations
Qatar Reads activities at Qatar Foundation’s Darb Al Saai booth sees engagement of families
Rewarding waste
QKONs is a digital platform that integrates waste into a circular economy and allows Qatar’s residents to benefit economically while reducing environmental impacts.
Future stars of Wanda Group's Chinese Super League club Dalian Professional FC visit Doha for week of football
Match against Aspire Academy kicks off Qatar Foundation tour.
QF schools mark Qatar National Day
Traditional performances, games, and activities held under theme of Our Unity…Our Pride
QF spotlights value of education and entrepreneurship at Doha Forum 2019
Experts take center stage to share perspectives on key topics at global platform for dialogue.
Education is the key to development, says Malaysian Prime Minister during QF visit
His Excellency Mahathir bin Mohamad praises Qatar’s pioneering spirit
WISH to create new guide to help health workers understand patients’ faith
Commitment made as inter-faith symposium on religion and medical ethics closes
Wanda Flag Bearer programme kicks off with youth from QF programs at FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2019™ opening match
Opportunity given to six young people is part of ongoing partnership between QF and the Wanda Group
Bringing the spiritual element into palliative care
Experts at an inter-faith symposium on religion and medical ethics say chaplains, training, and knowledge are key to culturally-competent medical care
Elderly must not be ‘pushed to the margins’, inter-faith palliative care symposium told
Vatican City conference organized by WISH and the Pontifical Academy for Life
WISH Vatican Symposium Panel Discussion
Opportunity for inter-faith dialogue aims to provide deeper understanding of ethical dilemmas in healthcare
Showcasing how research generates impact
Outcomes and benefits of QNRF-funded research projects presented at series of seminars
Melting Husain’s Horses
The story of how M. F. Husain’s equine glass sculpture came into being is colorful – and an artistic reflection of humanity and sustainability
Real-world impact of global sustainability push not showing, UN chief tells QF audience
Amina J. Mohammed, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General says “we are not seeing the change that we need” in working toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
New book tells the sporting story of ‘a young country that dared to dream big’
Author of HBKU Press-published book hopes it will help to bring the story of sport in Qatar to the attention of the world
How hosting the FIFA World Cup™ could help to improve Qatar’s air quality
Conference at QF focuses on how environmental measures ahead of major sporting events can have widespread and long-term benefits
From Cambodia to Qatar: A student’s journey to realizing her university dream
Studying at Qatar Foundation has deeply changed Khemara Chhorn’s life. Now she plans to use what she has learned to inspire others in her village to see what education makes possible.
Why education programs can help to build stronger and longer marriages
A forum organized by Qatar Foundation member DIFI emphasized the importance of raising awareness among couples of what marriage involves and requires.
Why Qatar – and M. F. Husain – embraced modern art
The Assistant Curator of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art explains how the art form is designed for individual interpretation
The piece of history that carries a lasting message
The latest installment of QF’s Art Trail has focused on artworks at Education City that include a segment of the Berlin Wall.
FIFA Club World Cup™ comes to Qatar Foundation
Young participants in QF sporting competitions motivated by arrival of major football trophy
DIFI forum addresses marriage challenges faced by Arab families
QF member unveils research reports on marriage trends and challenges across the Arab world
QF and Paris Saint-Germain Academy stage Alumni Cup tournament
Competition held in partnership with one of the world’s top football academies
Opening the eyes of youth to the future of genomics in Qatar
High school students from across Qatar learn about endless possibilities with genomics
Economist reveals how the blockade of Qatar moved the nation into a higher gear
Move by neighboring countries was the catalyst for new and necessary policies, GU-Q professor says.
UNICEF goodwill ambassador calls on Arab youth to ‘never lose hope’
Young leader and education advocate Muzoon Almellehan says education protects young people as well as empowering them
Qatar Genome Programme’s success highlighted at Japan forum
Over 17,000 whole genomes have been sequenced and data from this is paving way for personalized treatment
“The best way to deal with sustainability is to make sure you never get thrown away”
Diane Von Furstenberg – a fashion icon, entrepreneur, author and advocate – inspires young designers during her visit to VCUarts Qatar
Region’s first school-based mental health program launches in Qatar
11 Wellness Ambassadors trained to help foster holistic health among their peers
Learning empathy and understanding
Qatar Academy Doha students thank school service providers with a dedicated day
QF’s Art Trail explores the relationship between art and Arab identity
Arab Identities exhibition focuses on the interplay between identity and film
Revolutionizing education in Africa: where should it start?
A WISE Summit roundtable brought together 25 participants from African countries
Predicting what education will look like in 2050
Moonshot Education session at WISE Summit 2019 brings experts to discuss the future of education
Why creating child-friendly policies can combat socio-economic issues
Children today are vulnerable to more ills in our society than they did in the past, and Qatar is leading the way in advocating for their welfare
Sharing future salaries to fund degrees
WISE session sees debate on the topic of Income Share Agreements
“Why we need to bring art back into schools”
US rock star Steven Van Zandt says embedding art within school curricula helps reduce student dropout rates
Providing opportunities for refugees and unlocking their talents discussed at WISE Summit 2019
Panel discussion led by Al Fakhoora program highlighted the economic impacts of conflicts
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends WISE Summit 2019
This year’s summit sees highest attendance with more than 3,000 delegates from 110 countries
“Children need more laps than apps”
Experts at WISE Summit 2019 discuss how technology plays a role in child development
Inspirational students help to make football accessible for all
Sessions at Doha Learning Days demonstrate how the world is experienced by people with a visual impairment
The power of sport
Creating positive behaviors through sport at Doha Learning Days
Why learning about engineering is never a bridge too far
ExxonMobil Qatar has inspired young female students to become future engineers at Doha Learning Days
“Awe and wonder” turn uncertainty into opportunity, film-maker tells Education City Speaker Series
Award-winning TV personality Jason Silva says reimagining our lives is vital in an era of “real-time change”
Food for the mind, and for the soul
Yoga and meditative sessions at Doha Learning Days promote healthy minds
Qatar Foundation International promotes healthy living at Doha Learning Days
Workshops focus on ways of improving wellbeing
QF hosts world’s first progressive education summit
LEAPS Summit sees launch of new initiative to advance educational innovation in Qatar
Making science fun
Aspiring scientists deliver workshop to children at Doha Learning Days
HEC Paris’ International EMBA program ranked No.1 in the world
HEC Paris in Qatar contributes to Financial Times ranking
Supporting parents of children with autism
Trainers from Renad Academy on hand at Doha Learning Days to support members of the community
Young female leaders share their stories through speed-mentoring
Doha Learning Days sessions bring school students face-to-face with role models
Making resilience part of the learning journey
Teachers from Qatar schools have been trained on how to support the emotional and social wellbeing of their students
Nurturing a passion for stem
Inspirational women encourage young girls to pursue STEM fields at Doha Learning Days
Young people inspired to be digital creators at Doha Learning Days
GoCode Academy Qatar’s workshop at the six-day experiential learning festival explored coding and robotics
Breaking down stigmas and helping children with special needs
Doha Learning Days discussion encourages collaboration between Qatar entities that cater for children with special needs.
In the frame for success
A Qatari barista has explained to Doha Learning Days visitors how he turned his passion for coffee into a thriving business.
It’s a matter of the mind
Brain Education Middle East aims to promote healthy minds at Doha Learning Days
The role of art in politics
Workshop led by THIMUN delegate at Doha Learning Days education festival
Life in Qatar portrayed on screen
Doha Film Institute takes part in Doha Learning Days festival
Putting their best foot forward for diabetes awareness
The annual Diabetes Walkathon at Qatar Foundation drove home the message that exercise is crucial to preventing the disease.
How the Library of Wonders is inspiring learning through discovery
Multi-sensory experience is part of Doha Learning Days, Qatar’s first experiential learning festival
In perfect harmony
The power of music in today’s world has been discussed at Doha Learning Days
Promoting the value of learning through play
Doha Learning Days workshop addresses benefits of play for children and adults
Celebrating education with Doha Learning Days
Six-day experiential learning festival launches with original musical performance.
Paris Peace Forum discovers how Academyati is reimagining learning
QF’s progressive school has been placed in the spotlight in front of a global audience in the French capital.
"We can’t make decisions about the future without our youth being at the table"
At the Paris Peace Forum, QF’s President of Community Development has told an international audience why young people are “integral” to decision-making
AI should be a gateway to personalized education, Her Excellency Sheikha Hind tells Paris Peace Forum
Discussion at global governance summit focuses on need to use technology to inspire passion for learning.
WISE creates a community learning experience for Qatar
New Doha Learning Days festival aims to inspire and engage people across the nation
Stepping into the virtual world of learning
A WISE workshop at the Paris Peace Forum has shown how tech is pushing back the frontiers of the education experience
How Thimun Qatar breaks down barriers and biases
Program equips young people with the ability to solve complex problems and set out on the path to leadership
World Diabetes Day: Being diabetic isn’t the end of the world – and this 10-year-old boy proves why
Um Ahmed explains how she helped her son deal with diabetes and boost his confidence.
Techpreneurs battle it out on stage to attract investors
For the first time, the event featured finalists of QF’s innovation TV show Stars of Science.
Research partnership helps knowledge flow for Qatari scientists
Qatar Science & Technology Park is supporting innovative “green biotech” research that crosses borders
How Stars of Science brought Youssef El Azouzi closer to realizing his dream
The show’s latest winner is the first Moroccan to be named the Arab world’s top inventor.
Amplifying the voice of youth
Three of the biggest issues of our time have been tackled by young leaders at the second Doha Forum Youth Edition
TV Review: Emotions run high in the final episode of Stars of Science
The latest winner of QF's innovation TV show was revealed in a dramatic Grand Final on Friday night.
Providing medical help within seconds at the push of a button
EMBER - designed by a QF graduate who has returned to Education City to teach – aims to break new ground in the telemedicine field
Qatar media trends in the spotlight
Fake news, media startups, and how people’s 2022 FIFA World Cup stories could change perceptions were discussed at the Qatar Media Industries Forum.
New baby welcomed into the Stars of Science family
Nuha Abu Yousef combines pursuing her innovation goals with giving birth
Promoting RDI within culture and sports
His Excellency the Minister of Culture and Sports visited Hamad Bin Khalifa University and Qatar Science and Technology Park at QF’s Education City.
Students inspired by heritage at first Sea Festival
Event at Qatar Academy Al Khor held under Takamul Initiative, with aim of forging stronger school connections
New cycle of Akhlaquna Award launched by QF
Initiative aims to nurture positive values and behavioral change within society
Stars of Science alumni highlight innovation’s importance
The three Season 11 finalists invited people to vote for them before this weekend’s Grand Final.
Helping us to understand how mental health affects our lives
Workshops at Qatar Foundation have highlighted the importance of mental health and its impact on people
Challenges and progress in Qatar’s development outlined at QF talk
The HBKU lecture saw a senior government figure discuss female empowerment, Qatarization, and the economy
TV review: Stars of Science gets a new pulse
The arrival of a baby for one of the contestants matched the show’s theme of new beginnings as the Grand Finale looms
On the march for breast cancer awareness
Event at Oxygen Park is just one of the ways in which QF supported the goals of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Qatar Sustainability Week: Teaching the next generation about Qatar’s ‘green’ World Cup
Ph.D students from Hamad Bin Khalifa University have been sharing their sustainability expertise with young learners from one of QF’s schools
Harvard University wins QatarDebate championship in US
Qatar Foundation crosses continents to spread the Arabic language through the power of debate.
Balancing sport and study? It’s no hurdle for Mariam Farid
Fresh from representing Qatar in the World Athletics Championships in Doha, the QF student and international athlete talks performance, persistence, and pride
Qatar Sustainability Week: QF initiative aims to create Qatar’s first urban forest
The Park and Plant initiative seeks to increase green spaces to promote sustainability.
More efforts should be invested to retain Qatar’s research talent, Sustainability Summit told
Women need to be empowered in science if nation’s R&D capacity in Qatar is to improve, says QNRF researcher
Qatar Sustainability Week: QF students are changing their lives for a good cause
For many young Qataris, learning about sustainable development isn’t just a smart career move. It’s a duty to the nation, and the planet.
QF takes Arabic debating to the heart of top US university
The first US Universities Arabic Debating Championship, organized by QatarDebate and taking place at Harvard University, is designed to support greater use, understanding and appreciation of the Arabic language.
TV review: Stars of Science contestants have designs on victory
With a double-elimination still fresh in the memory, episode seven of QF’s innovation TV show saw contestants being urged to focus on the big picture of innovation
Capitalism is broken and only people power can fix it, Doha Debates audience told
An international panel of experts exchanged views with a student audience at the latest live event by the QF production
Acid attack survivor highlights the role of education in overcoming adversity
Speaking at a youth leadership conference at QF, Hanifa Nakiryowa voiced her belief that education is a tool nobody can take away from you
Finding an Arabic voice through the power of debate
Emma Chiu, who will participate in the first US Universities Arabic Debating Championship organized by QF member QatarDebate, explains how debating develops young people’s listening skills
Pitting writing skills against the clock
The Book Sprint event, co-organized by a Qatar Foundation partner university, challenged people to create a new book in five days. Aisha Hassan Al-Abdulla was one of them.
Stars of Science inspires young people to chase dreams
By participating in QF’s innovation TV show and QSTP’s Arab Innovation Academy, Dr. Ahmad Nabeel says he has been empowered to make a difference to the world
Building bridges between Silicon Valley and the MENA region
A partnership between QSTP and TechWadi has opened up a wider network for Qatar-based tech startups
Water management challenges go beyond scarcity of supplies, expert says during QF visit
Water researcher Rachael McDonnell says cross-border solutions and true understanding of water’s preciousness are vital
TV Review: High standards and unexpected results on Stars of Science
Episode six produces cheers, fears - and a twist
Acid attack victim’s inspirational story opens student-led Qatar conference
The Qatar Leadership Conference 2019 at QF has brought together 900 globally-focused students from 16 countries
Doha Debates To Put Capitalism in Spotlight
Debate at Education City sees QF initiative return to Qatar after overseas debates
Addressing Qatar’s autism needs
WISH-organized meeting between US hospital representatives and local healthcare organizations aims to strengthen efforts to improve autism services in Qatar
QF Diary: It’s solidarity and vision that make Qatar special
60 Minutes journalist and producer Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson on how the nation is blending tradition and progression – and following its own path rather than succumbing to pressure
QNRF recognizes Qatar’s outstanding research projects at Annual Forum
Proposals are designed to address Qatar’s greatest challenges and strengthen its society
QF graduate reveals how freeing your mind means good mental health
Brain-trainer Mohammed Abu Zeinab returned to Education City to explain the value of “mindfulness” to emotional wellbeing
The part QF plays in protecting Qatar’s children from abuse
Qatar now has one of the region’s most comprehensive child protection systems – and Sidra Medicine is contributing to its effectiveness
On the trail of artistic inspiration at QF
Sidra Medicine tour forms part of latest series of the Art Trail program, opening up an array of artwork across Education City to the public
TV Review: Stars of Science competition heats up as show reaches the Proof of Concept stage
Fear and stress are the dominant emotions for contestants facing the jury
How mental health can take its toll on Qatari working mothers
As women in Qatar increasingly enter the workforce—while also taking care of the family—their mental wellbeing has become all the more important, requiring new efforts to raise awareness of mental health in the country.
World Mental Health Day: How Sidra Medicine is focusing on women’s and children’s wellness
In a short space of time, the QF member has contributed to huge changes in the level of treatment for mental health disorders in Qatar
Why early childhood education sets the tone for emotional health
Dr. Asmaa Al-Fadala, Director of Research and Content Development at the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) – Qatar Foundation’s global education think-tank – speaks about the lasting benefits of quality education from a very young age
Talk at QF focuses on enabling and empowering more women to be scientists, researchers, and innovators
Female RDI leaders highlight gender equality achievements and obstacles in panel discussion
Exhibition tells the story how QF students helped one Tanzanian community
The African country’s ambassador says trainee doctors from Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar have brought “much-needed healthcare” to her people
Joining Qatar’s race to innovate
With QF’s support, Dr. Mohammed Doumir has gone from being a veterinarian to becoming a tech entrepreneur focused on improving animal healthcare
US journalist focuses on challenges of the media world at QF talk
But Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson tells Education City Speaker Series that the news industry is now a better place for female journalists
Illustrating how QSTP inspires innovation through collaboration
The science and technology park’s Arab Innovation Academy opens minds and encourages people to speak up about their ideas, according to Shaikha AlSubaey
In her own words: I’m so proud to be the mother of an autistic child
Renad Academy’s Parent Teacher Association president, Aisha Al-Amari, has a “special” daughter. She tells us why.
Inside the eight Arab innovations bidding for Stars of Science glory
Season 11 of QF’s innovation TV show is now in full swing – so we took a look at the inventions competing for the title
World Teachers’ Day: Qatar’s academics are key to its goal of a sustainable economy
International knowledge-gathering opportunities show the world Qatar is a ‘serious contender’ in education
TV review: New wave of Arab innovators take their first Stars of Science steps
Even the jury felt the pressure as 31 competitors were reduced to just eight on the latest episode of QF’s innovation TV show
QF highlights the ‘toxic stress’ of Rohingya children
17 per cent of children in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps may have mental health issues, according to Save The Children
QF research helps to develop healthcare services that meet national needs
Dr. Sadriya Al-Kooheji of Qatar’s Primary Health Care Corporation says working with QF’s Doha International Family Institute is central to ensuring families and children have the right support
Using real-time data to help children thrive
QF member DIFI is at the center of producing vital evidence about child well-being in Qatar
Promoting child wellbeing through a unique learning environment
QF’s efforts to keep children healthy in mind as well as body reflect the importance of mental health to Qatar’s society
QF lecture focuses on book that stands at center of Islamic culture
Event is held under the ‘Great Books of Islamic Civilization’ Lecture Series
The rise of ‘angel investors’ in supporting Qatar’s innovation ecosystem
Qatar-based startups are increasingly capturing the attention of backers who recognize the value of new tech ventures
Record number of candidates selected for QF’s Stars of Science
Young Arab innovators are bidding to win over the jury in Season 11 of the flagship edutainment TV show
Fighting darkness with an inclusive vision: Stories of Education City’s blind students
When Khansa Maria and her brother were born blind, their father abandoned the family, believing his children would be unable to achieve anything in life due to their lack of sight.
From student project to 15 universities: the QF-born startup that’s keeping graduation on track
An idea with its roots in Education City is now a thriving tech venture supporting students in Qatar, the US, and Mexico
Climate change protestors take a stand for the planet at Qatar Foundation
Education City sit-in calls for urgent action to tackle global warming
How I found my goals in life – thanks to QF
QF graduate Maryam Al-Naemi’s Education City experience led to startups, service, and self-discovery
How QF is giving young Arab innovators ‘the right to dream’
Qatar Science & Technology Park’s startup ‘boot-camp’ – the Arab Innovation Academy – has brought ideas like Dina Al Hajjar’s into the light
Qatar’s goal of being a global RDI ‘destination’ revealed
Need for investment to develop solutions that improve lives is emphasized at QF campaign launch
QF’s role as a cultural connector praised at showcase of Indian tradition and style
Bhārata Vastram event demonstrates clothing’s place at the heart of national cultures
True measure of success is ‘what you have done for humanity’, says QF education leader
President of HBKU tells New York event that liberal arts education remains vital in a tech-driven world
Why businesses that don't take action on climate change should see the writing on the wall
Speaking at Qatar Foundation, a UN climate change expert has driven home the message that, for companies everywhere, success depends on sustainability
The scent of entrepreneurship
Perfumes are an integral part of Arab culture,” says Mohammed Rashid Al-Matwi, the 25 year-old Founder and CEO of ‘The Perfume Factory’ in Qatar, and a graduate of [Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q)](https://www.qf.org.qa/education/carnegie-mellon-university-in-qatar), a Qatar Foundation (QF) partner university. “In fact, the relationship between perfumes and this region goes back to at least 5000 years. In Qatar, the number of shops and home-based businesses that sell perfumes in malls and souqs is proof of this.
Answering the Demands of Day-To-Day Challenges
It’s said that necessity is the mother of invention. From discovering fire to inventing the wheel, medicine, and countless inventions, humanity has constantly developed solutions, products, and ideas that were inspired by personal challenges or experiences.
How a QF graduate is helping Qatar excel in sports medicine
Young children have the most innovative and novel ideas of what they want to be when they grow up. The dream jobs children aspire to be are windows to their passions and talents. Numerous studies have indicated that childhood experiences shape adult lives. This couldn’t be truer for Dr. Khalid Al-Khelaifi – the first Qatari graduate from Weill Cornell Medicine – Qatar (WCM-Q), a Qatar Foundation (QF) partner university.
From Qatar to Cox’s Bazar
Rashid Al Merri knew a volunteering trip to Bangladesh would be an experience. He didn’t know it would change his life.
Making iconic landscapes your imaginative playground
Combining photography with paper cut-outs, artist Rich McCor reimagines his surroundings by installing new characters and stories in landscapes.
The story behind Taleemabad: a virtual 'Education City’ for refugees in Pakistan
Haroon Yasin, co-founder and CEO of Orenda, on how he and his team developed a virtual Education City in Pakistan.
Makerspaces in Education City
Education City houses several unique facilities that act as makerspaces— areas equipped with tools and services where people with shared interests can gather to create, invent, or learn something new. Here are just a few of them.
Why is Qatar’s percentage of female engineering students double that of the US?
Students in Education City are challenging societal expectations of what had been considered male-dominated fields. Nowhere is this clearer than in the astonishing statistics of female enrollment in the field of engineering across the country.
In a field where every question has only one answer, what can teamwork achieve?
Grade 5 mathematicians from Qatar Academy Doha, used to excelling individually, break out of their silos and see what it’s like to solve math problems as part of a team.
Why and how we designed an educational curriculum for six-month-olds
Inspired by international research on the brain development of children between infancy and three years, the Early Education Center at Qatar Foundation is extending primary education to children as young as six months old.