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QF’s Pre-University Education offers a comprehensive sports experience to promote health among school communities
4 min readDiverse National Sport Day activities reinforce the role of sports in the community and enhance students' skills

Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends the 2025 National Sport Day activities at Qatar Foundation
5 min readPeople of all ages and fitness levels enjoy a variety of competitions and fun activities at Education City during the nationwide celebration of sports

His Highness the Father Amir and Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attend celebration of 30 years of Qatar Foundation
4 min readEvent reflects on three decades of impact and honors the contribution of QF’s partners and stakeholders to its mission

Olympic Medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad Partners with QF to Develop Girls’ Talent in Fencing
4 min readNewest elite sport to become part of its Creating Pathways Program launched at Education City Stadium alongside top Qatar Fencing Federation players

QF experts: How parents can safely navigate online game phenomenon Roblox
4 min readDoha International Family Institute report urges families to play an active role in supporting emotional and mental growth, rather than relying on technology

Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends QF’s celebration of International Day of Education
6 min readEvent emphasizes importance of Arabic language in preserving cultural and social identity

Her Highness Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser attends opening of inaugural Jadal Summit at QF’s Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women
3 min readInternational scholars, researchers and practitioners convene to share insights on Muslim women in public life

QF and The King’s Foundation partner to advance sustainability through traditional knowledge
5 min readFour projects delivered through partnership will showcase how local cultural heritage supports sustainable urban development – for the world to learn and benefit from.

A journey between two cultures Moroccan students at QF share their stories
4 min readIn the Qatar-Morocco 2024 Year of Culture, students from the North African nation explain how studying at QF’s Education City has enabled them to expand their horizons.

Op-ed We banned smartphones to revive an authentic atmosphere within the school environment
3 min read‘Abeer Al Khalifa, President of Pre-University Education, Qatar Foundation (QF), explains how preventing students using their phones in QF schools supports integrated learning, critical thinking and creativity, and face-to-face communication between students.’

QF’s Ability Friendly Program and Qatar Paralympic Committee Co-Host Swimming Competition
2 min readEvent champions inclusion, talent, and growth in sports for individuals with disabilities

Inspiring change and empowering learners at QF's Education City High School
3 min readStudents share stories of innovation and growth at a TEDx-style event

QF schools foster Arabic language skills through innovative approaches
4 min readTeachers are using creative tools to engage students and strengthen their cultural ties

QF’s Siraj promotes citizenship and pride in children by celebrating Qatar National Day
3 min readThe event features a special screening of Siraj – an edutainment animated series that helps children learn the Arabic language.

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

Op-ed: Lifelong learning as a cornerstone of the academic bridge
4 min readDr. Saheim Khalaf Al-Temimi, ABP’s Director, emphasizes that the program has evolved beyond being merely a pathway to university admission. It has become a comprehensive platform focused on developing both academic and professional skills, while fostering the concept of lifelong learning for students and the broader community.

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

Qatar Foundation’s PUE and Management Center Europe sign agreement to develop leadership skills
4 min readAs part of the signing event, a workshop was conducted to highlight the essential skills managers need to thrive in the era of artificial intelligence.

QF school to organize ‘Ru'ya’ event, inspiring students to find their voice
3 min readTEDx-style event unites generations to celebrate creativity, growth, and impact

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

Al Ghorrah inspires thousands over five days
3 min readThe five-day event celebrated cultural roots through artistic expression

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

Hamza Namira performed at QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts
2 min readSinger-songwriter was the closing act at five-day cultural event at Education City

Op-ed QF’s Al Ghorrah – cultivating heritage and inspiring creativity
3 min readShk. Nayla Al-Thani, Head of Student Enrichment Programs at Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education, explores how QF’s forthcoming Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts empowers students to connect with Arab-Islamic heritage while embracing a globally minded future.

Arabic theater shines on Al Ghorrah’s main stage
3 min readRenowned artists and young talents take the spotlight at unique showcase of cultural heritage and creativity

Where beauty meets purpose: QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts
4 min readFive-day QF event brings geometry and calligraphy into focus as reflections of universal beauty

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

Here’s what you don’t want to miss at QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts
2 min readFive-day cultural and creative journey begins at Education City on 28 November

QF's Rasekh initiative signs agreement to enhance cultural and religious education
2 min readAgreement to provide learning resources to schools across Qatar

Student-painted canvases to be showcased at QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts
3 min readEvent celebrates community engagement and cultural heritage through art and creativity

QF’s edutainment show Siraj celebrates Qatar National Day with special screening
3 min read3D animated TV series celebrates Qatar’s heritage through interactive activities and cultural events for children

Al Ghorrah: QF’s revival of arts and literature, featuring Maher Salibi, Jamal Sulieman, Hamza Namira – and more
2 min readCommunity invited to experience a creative showcase themed around Arab-Islamic culture and heritage

Investment in cancer prevention crucial to avoid global health system crisis, WISH 2024 Summit hears
3 min readExperts at QF’s biennial global healthcare gathering highlight the growing burden of breast and cervical cancers

Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends opening of Qatar Foundation’s WISH 2024 Summit
5 min readExperts address the world ’s most pressing healthcare challenges at the World Innovation Summit for Health’s seventh biennial global conference in Qatar

Community invited to experience QF’s Al Ghorrah for Literature and Arts as tickets go on sale
4 min readFive-day Education City event will feature musical and theatrical performances, poetry and storytelling recitals, workshops, lectures, and culinary experiences

International conference in Qatar ends with Doha Call to Action on supporting families
8 min readOver 30 recommendations produced through talks ahead of and during the conference, organized by QF’s Doha International Family Institute

Global crises risk chances of meeting Sustainable Development Goals, warns UN chief at QF talk
4 min readHer Excellency Amina J. Mohammed speaks about next year’s Second World Summit for Social Development in Qatar, and conflict in the Middle East

From work and technology to living amid conflict global conference in Doha explores the way forward for supporting families
7 min readQF’s Doha International Family Institute organizes milestone event marking 30th anniversary of the International Year of the Family.

Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser speaks at the opening of the 30th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family Conference in Doha
5 min readGlobal experts, policymakers, and thought leaders explore key global megatrends at conference marking the 30th anniversary of the International Year of the Family

QF’s Education City High School introduces a unique approach to learning
5 min readA new era of education begins with innovative pathways and an open campus model at Education City

Qatar Foundation and Seashore Group launch training workshops for coaches
3 min readWorkshops to equip coaches with essential skills to support individuals with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and accessibility across Qatar

QF ushers in a new season of sports at Education City
5 min readRegistration now open for QF-organized competitions that will be part of National Sport Day 2025

QF’s WISH to highlight impact of conflict on healthcare in upcoming summit
4 min readHumanizing health, care and the role of a resilient community highlighted in reports by QF’s DIFI and WISH

QF exhibition offers platform for student self-expression
4 min readNow open, the event showcases student artwork, emphasizing creativity, sustainability, and self-expression

Gaza Patient Program at QF’s Sidra Medicine is on the frontline of critical care for injured Palestinians
7 min readUpcoming WISH 2024 summit will focus on the impact of war and conflict on healthcare

Top 5 tips to help you start running
5 min readQF’s Education City is set to host a series of runs from October to December

‘One day, I will wake up to the news that Palestine has been liberated’
8 min readWith the war in Gaza having this week entered its second year, members of the QF community and a Palestine expert share their emotions, perspectives – and hopes for the future

QF's vision for prioritizing inclusivity and innovation unveiled at Education Forum
3 min readThe forum celebrates achievements and highlights educators' crucial role in fostering a supportive and effective learning environment, coinciding with World Teachers' Day

QF emphasizes the need for equity in precision health at 79th UN General Assembly
6 min readSession highlights how personalized healthcare should be accessible to all economies

QF launches Green Island recycling hub to empower the community
4 min readGreen Island in Education City is a community-driven initiative promoting sustainability

Is it time to ban phones in schools?
4 min readQF expert addresses the impact of digital distractions on student well-being

The impact of technology on children's development: Digital devices as a replacement for caregivers
4 min readAnalysis of the effectiveness of technology as an alternative to caregivers in improving social interaction and social skills learning in children

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