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Leaders and Educators at QF school Share Their Insights on Education
5 min readTBZ provides a positive learning environment that combines the preservation of national identity with the promotion of a culture of innovation
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Visits Warif Academy
4 min readThe academy serves as a pioneering model in education and rehabilitation, supporting students with multiple disabilities
QF organizes a Ramadan program to enhance educational values and self-development for girls
4 min readAn educational journey combining religious values, self-development, and community engagement
Academyati Celebrates Community, Culture, and Student Leadership at Annual Iftar
4 min readThe event brought together parents and the school community, reinforcing social responsibility values
QF Experts Explore the Role of AI in Islam
5 min readEthical concerns emerge as key factor in understanding AI’s application in religious context.
QF launches REYADA - a new pathway for nurturing leadership talent
4 min readInitially for QF leaders, the program is ultimately intended to be expanded to other entities in Qatar
How QF equips teachers to advance themselves and the future leaders they nurture
5 min readTwo educators within Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education speak about the importance of empowering teachers through programs that develop their skills
Don’t innovate for the sake of innovation, Her Excellency Sheikha Hind tells Web Summit Qatar 2025
5 min readVice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation reinforces importance of respecting the knowledge of the past, and finding balance, to make a difference to the world
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser attends a Social Entrepreneurship event at QF
5 min readThe event featured the presentation of five entrepreneurial projects, where participants showcased their innovative ideas and highlighted their social impact
Why a project to create Qatar’s first twin registry marks a key step in genetic research – and collaboration
6 min readTwin geneticists Dr. Mashael and Dr. Kholoud Al-Shafai talk about the vital health insights that analyzing data from twins can produce through a Qatar University-led and funded initiative
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
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.
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’s hosting of World Mathematic Teams Championship highlights its commitment to STEM education
3 min readQatar is the first Arab country to have staged the competition
How QF’s QCRI is shaping the future of the Arabic language across digital spaces
3 min readPrincipal Software Engineer at Qatar Computing Research Institute explains his team’s contributions to enhancing the digital presence of Arabic language
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.
Qatar Foundation and the University of Granada establish the Radwa Ashour Award for Arabic Literature
3 min readTwo exceptional Arabic-language writers will receive the award each year
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
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani inaugurates Fanar - The Arab Artificial Intelligence Project
4 min readFanar is the first Arab artificial intelligence model designed to understand Arabic, including its dialects
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
Al Ghorrah inspires thousands over five days
3 min readThe five-day event celebrated cultural roots through artistic expression
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
QF concludes the World Math Team Championship Qatar 2024 with an award ceremony for the winners
4 min readQatar makes history as the first Arab nation to host the Championship, bringing together 800 talented students from around the globe to promote cultural exchange and academic excellence.
Al-Khwarizmi's legacy inspires future mathematicians at the QF-hosted World Mathematics Team Championship – Qatar 2024
3 min readMathematics, as a universal language, bridges diverse cultures and inspires young minds to explore the past and shape the 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 to host World Mathematics Team Championship Qatar 2024
3 min readAn international competition in a global championship celebrating the rich legacy of Muslim mathematicians and Qatar's heritage.
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
WISH 2024 summit closes with Qatar becoming first MENA country to join the Novartis Foundation’s CARDIO4Cities initiative
4 min readCARDIO4Cities is a cardiovascular population health approach that leverages the power of data to deliver precision population health
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
HEC Paris and Qatar Foundation extend strategic partnership for another decade
5 min readAgreement reflects joint commitment to nurturing and empowering leaders in Qatar and the region
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
QF signs agreement to expand school network
3 min readLocal firms to construct Tariq Bin Ziad Preparatory and Secondary Schools in 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 exhibition offers platform for student self-expression
4 min readNow open, the event showcases student artwork, emphasizing creativity, sustainability, and self-expression
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
Seventh grade girls shine in QF’s Stars of Science
4 min readTheir innovation offered a practical solution for individuals with autism
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
Qatar Academy Msheireb celebrates 10 years of excellence
3 min readA decade of progress and innovation, highlighted by student creativity and a commitment to fostering Qatari identity and upholding global educational standards
Historic house at QF’s Education City to host program nurturing traditional artistic crafts
2 min readRegistration opens for Herfati program at Al Khater House, which will build skills and knowledge in – and appreciation for – Qatari and Islamic crafts
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
Qatar Foundation and Seashore Group partner to empower individuals with different abilities
3 min readPartnership will support camps and training initiatives to enhance the Ability Friendly Program
Qatar Foundation’s Tariq Bin Ziad School to expand
6 min readApplications for 2024/2025 academic year now open
Qatar Foundation concludes summer camp
4 min read568 students participated in a range of activities in Education City
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
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.
Seven Qatar Foundation schools celebrate musical talents at annual concert
4 min readThe Summer Serenades concert highlighted the cultural diversity and musical talents of QF students
Trauma is carried in the body and passed along for generations, says psychologist from QF’s Sidra Medicine
5 min readAccording to report by QF member Doha International Family Institute, traditional family roles are dramatically altered during times of conflict
Awsaj Academy celebrates graduation of Prime Program Class of 2024
3 min readThe ceremony honors the achievements of 324 high school students with learning difficulties
Qatar Foundation's Rasekh initiative collaborates with National Cyber Security Agency
3 min readLocalizing curricula in Qatar's educational system and enhancing local knowledge across the educational science system remain key focus areas
Qatar Foundation hosts month-long series of events for Autism Awareness
4 min readActivities and events organized by a number of QF entities aimed at ensuring people with autism are recognized as an integral part of our community
QF's specialized education programs empower young people with Autism
4 min readAwsaj Academy offers adaptive and inclusive learning environment
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
QF’s ABP celebrates 123 graduates from class of 2024
4 min readGraduation ceremony highlights achievements of graduates and launch of new academic programs
Qatar Foundation students learn life skills during educational camp
4 min readWith a focus on Islamic heritage, the camp also taught practical skills for personal and community development
Wearable tech will contribute to growth in preventative medicine, says WHOOP founder and CEO at QF talk
4 min readDiscussion held as part of QF’s Education City Speaker Series
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
Qatar Foundation and Ooredoo partner to advance ESG goals
3 min readAgreement signed at Qatar Economic Forum 2024 aimed to support shared goals to build a better world
QF alumnus: Why a graduate’s first job may not determine their career path
5 min readAhead of QF’s Annual Alumni Forum at Education City on 11 May, Dr. Ghanem Mohammed Al-Sulaiti speaks about how his Education City experience helped shape his journey
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.
An unforgettable experience: Reliving a QF education through the eyes of its alumni
6 min readAs QF hosts its Annual Alumni Forum, three of its past graduates reflect on how it helped shape their academic and professional paths
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
QF alumnus graduates with the students he taught
4 min readNayef Alyafei, who is graduating from HEC Paris in Qatar, says there is “nowhere else” like QF – where has been both a student and a professor
Official launch of QF’s Qatar Precision Health Institute explores genetic mutations causing heart diseases in Qatar
4 min readPanel discussion highlights Qatar's leading role in precision healthcare - and what the future holds for this sector.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends discussion on applying precision health in clinical practice
4 min readEvent takes place as Qatar Foundation’s Qatar Precision Health Institute is formally launched to support Qatar-wide cooperation in implementing personalized medicine
Her Highness Sheikha Moza officially launches Qatar Precision Health Institute
5 min readThe Qatar Foundation institute will be key to Qatar’s vision of becoming a pioneer in the implementation of precision health
Her Highness Sheikha Moza honors the winners of QF’s Akhlaquna Awards
4 min readAkhlaquna Day celebrates the achievements of those who contribute to initiatives that have a positive impact on society
Earthna Prize to honor the role of traditional knowledge in addressing sustainability challenges
3 min readThe prize, launched on International Earth Day, aims to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide.
Family wellbeing has lasting impact on students' ability to learn at school
5 min readExperts across Qatar Foundation weigh in on how parents’ mental health significantly influences their child’s education
World Down Syndrome Day celebrated during Qatar Foundation’s ability friendly program event
4 min readParents of children with Down syndrome offered insights into their daily lives during the family-friendly event
QF school to establish separate building for girls in 2024-2025 academic year
4 min readQatar Academy Al Wakra plans to accommodate 91 female students in the new building from August 2024.
QF students lead ‘Falcon Fest’ fundraising event to support Palestine
5 min readStudents at Qatar Academy Doha emphasize the importance of enhancing school spirit and demonstrating solidarity
Spirituality meets sustainability at Education City as QF’s zero-waste iftar returns
3 min readCommunity iftar at Minaretein (Education City Mosque) reflects the Islamic values of moderation, conservation, and responsibility toward the planet
Ramadan edition of QF’s Siraj highlights the virtues of the holy month
3 min readPopular TV series series unveils a special edition to educate and entertain children during Ramadan
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.
Education City’s two padel facilities welcome players of all levels
4 min readQatar Foundation’s new clubs offer an array of programmes, as well as daily ladies-only courts
QF hosts ladies-only race on International Women’s Day
2 min readEvent at Al Shaqab promotes female fitness and empowerment
Her Highness Sheikha Moza inaugurates Al Azzm artwork
3 min readLocated in Education City, the sculpture joins QF’s public artwork collection
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
QF students honored for academic achievements
4 min readEducation Excellence Award recognizes excellence and creativity
QF’s teaching and learning forum focuses on fulfilling student potential
4 min readIn its eighth consecutive year, the Forum continues to empower academic and non-academic professionals, and enhance educational methodologies.
Qatar Foundation wraps up successful participation at the inaugural Web Summit Qatar 2024
4 min readQF entities showcased their endeavors in shaping the future of technology at the Summit brought to the region for the first time
SHOWTIME! returns with a spotlight on Arabic music
4 min readTickets for QF's Pre-University Education show are available now
QF's Awsaj Academy is turning parents into educational partners
3 min readRifd program is open to educators and parents from Qatar and the region
Seeroo fi al ardh artwork at Education City offers interactive art workshops
3 min readQatar Foundation invites visitors of all ages to channel their inner artist
Why QF’s Education City is a destination for wellness
4 min readArray of health and sporting facilities make it the ideal setting for everyone to stay active, says triathlete
A host of community activities in 2024 to attract visitors to Qatar Foundation’s Education City
3 min readResidents and tourists invited to enjoy events, classes, and activities focused on sports, language, culture, and family fun
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
QF brings families together for National Sport Day
4 min readEvents included sports competitions, individual races, team building activities, and fun gamesz
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 school organizes a week of sports and cultural activities for students
5 min readModeled on the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, event focuses on boosting cultural understanding and community engagement in the educational process
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
Al-Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women welcomes the community
4 min readMembers of the public experience mosque and the center’s facilities, and sample its programming
Her Highness Sheikha Moza inaugurates Center and Mosque for Women
5 min readAl-Mujadilah set to provide religious, developmental, and social programming to Muslim women of all ages and backgrounds
Could AI replace teachers? QF students explore the question
4 min readYoung learners at a QF school investigate how AI can be used within the classroom
Akhlaquna awardee explains how storytelling can shape morals and build confidence
3 min readApplications for QF’s Akhlaquna Award are open until February 1
Education City: Where art and academics converge
5 min readExposure to art encourages global perspectives and interdisciplinary connections among students, say experts at Education City
Her Highness Sheikha Moza participates in QF’s celebration of International Day of Education
6 min readEducation City session discusses the collective responsibility towards preserving language as the essence of identity
QF offers free Arabic language course for its university students
3 min readDiscover Arabic program helps to showcase Arab culture and heritage
QF school students raise over QAR20 million to support Palestine
5 min readStudents demonstrate deep commitment to standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people and their cause
Architect advocates tradition as core element in building design at QF talk
2 min readLatest edition of Education City Speaker Series hosts world-renowned Léon Krier
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
QF students recognized at World Mathematics Team Championship
4 min readTournament served as a platform for cultural exchange
QF's Awsaj Academy hosts event to aid education in Palestine
4 min readProceeds to go to Education Above All Foundation initiative, Al Fakhoora
QF to hold fundraising event for Palestinian children
4 min readSiraj TV series to support Gaza’s children through cultural awareness and interactive activities
QF’s Qatar Academy Doha students organize charity football match for Palestine
3 min readProceeds of friendly football match at Education City Stadium will go towards relief support for Palestinians
QF recognized for role in shaping World Cup narrative at MEPRA Awards 2023
3 min readFive awards, including gold for Best Campaign – Qatar, were presented during the event
Stars of Science alumni underscore the power of role models in education
4 min readSupporting new innovators with real-time learning is crucial, say alumni of QF’s edutainment show
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.
Artificial Intelligence’s role in advancing accessibility and inclusion spotlighted at 2023 WISE Summit
4 min readMembers of Qatar’s community of persons with disabilities share their views on what must be done to ensure AI benefits their lives.
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 students' artwork tells stories of Palestine
4 min readExhibition, closing November 30, unveils narratives of heritage, struggle, and hope.
QF’s Doha Debates explores how Orientalist art depicts the East
5 min readEvent examines stereotypes portrayed by the West
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
QF students transform food waste into environmental solutions
3 min readPart of Qatar Sustainability Week 2023, workshop provides deep dive into composting practices
Qatar Foundation invites applications for Akhlaquna awards 2024
3 min readAwards celebrating individuals with noble values in society expand to welcome GCC applicants
“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.
Gaza’s plight is putting human conscience to the test, civil rights leader tells QF talk
3 min readEducation City Speaker Series hosts scholar and human rights activist Dr. Omar Suleiman
Two QF schools awarded Eco-Schools Green Flag
4 min readStudents dedicated to collective impact and positive change
QF students plant olive trees in solidarity with Palestine
4 min readStudent-led initiative promotes heritage, resilience, and environmental awareness
QF school students pray for Gaza
2 min readQunoot prayer event shows solidarity with the Palestinian people
Professor at QF calls for greater collaboration in the world of science in the MENA region
5 min readDr. Marwa Qaraqe, an Associate Professor at QF’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University, explains how Artificial Intelligence can be harnessed to improve everyday life
QF schools show support for Palestine
5 min readEvents organized at different campuses encourage students to speak up
Qatar Foundation schools create safe space for students to discuss Palestine cause
4 min readEducators emphasize the role of programs and activities organized by schools in enhancing students’ understanding of current crisis
QF’s behind-the-scenes workers take center stage at Appreciation Day
5 min readEvent reflects a “culture of gratitude” for the contribution that contracted workers make every day at Education City
“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
Geographic center of technology is changing, Web Summit founder tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series
3 min readGlobal tech conference’s CEO Paddy Cosgrave gives talk at Education City, in collaboration with the Government Communications Office
QF launches fourth season of Siraj at Expo
3 min readTV show aims to instill a love of Arabic among children
Qatar Foundation unveils “Artful Minds” exhibition
3 min readCelebration of mental health with interactive workshops opened to the community
Shaping minds and building futures: The power of teaching
4 min readOn World Teachers' Day, QF educator speaks about importance of inspiring students
Qatar Foundation and Volkswagen Middle East partner to support women athletes
3 min readCollaboration aims to create an inclusive environment in football
QF to Showcase ‘Local Innovations for Global Resilience’ at EXPO 2023 Doha
3 min readSpace powered by Hamad Bin Khalifa University will host technology, ideas, projects, and interactive workshops
QF’s Qatar Leadership Academy earns 2023 Green School Award
3 min readAccolade reflects Qatar Foundation's commitment to embedding sustainability in education and fostering environmental awareness
QF’s graduate calls for breaking down barriers linked to people with disabilities
3 min readAwsaj Academy alumna Maryam Al Ibrahim stressed that inclusion and acceptance are not just ideals, but paths to empowerment
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’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
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.
How QF graduates are empowering people with disabilities through art
5 min readAlumni from VCUarts Qatar team up with QF's Ability Friendly Program
QF’s Education City Tram’s new line is connecting campuses
4 min readLaunch of Green Line links the North and South Campuses of Education City
QF's Qader Award continues to empower individuals, expanding opportunities through sports
4 min readParents talk about how the Ability Friendly Program and the Qader Award has helped transform their children
Inspiring others, impressing His Highness the Amir – meet QF’s young storytellers who are on a mission
6 min readStudents from QF schools speak about how they are sparking imagination, promoting sustainability, and celebrating Qatar's heritage through the power of words
Applications open for QF’s Ability Friendly summer camp program
3 min read“Sports have the power to transcend limitations and unlock people’s true potential”
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
Man behind ChatGPT shines a light on future of AI at QF’s Education City Speaker Series
3 min readSam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, shares his views on the pros and cons of Artificial Intelligence
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
QF’s first PUE commencement ceremony to celebrate graduating students
10 min readYoung people’s achievements highlight the benefits 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
QF's Ability Friendly recognition awards ceremony at QF honors participants and coaches
4 min readAnnual event provides a platform to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the past year
QF’s Education Development Institute hosts event highlighting importance of lifelong learning
3 min readGathering emphasizes role of local teachers in building a better future.
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
QF's Akhlaquna Awards ceremony to recognize local change makers
3 min readTwo new awards to be given at upcoming ceremony
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
Education City Tram celebrates millionth passenger
3 min readGreen line to launch soon, expanding the network’s capacity and routes
Ramadan Nights at QF’s Education City emphasize the value of volunteering
4 min readActivities held at Oxygen Park throughout Ramadan bring the community together for knowledge, interaction, and fun
“When you invest in women, you invest in a more sustainable future,” says QF alumna
5 min readThe HBKU graduate’s work was recognized with a second win at the Education Excellence Award 2023 on the impact of air pollution
QF's annual Autism Awareness event at Oxygen Park brings community together
4 min readKick-starts month of activities designed to raise awareness and promote understanding of autism
QF to host World Autism Awareness Day event at Oxygen Park
3 min readPUE-organized activities designed to promote awareness and understanding among community
QF’s Qader Award opens doors for people with autism
3 min readApplications for fifth cycle will be accepted until 5 April
QF program brings math to life for high school students
6 min readInitiative led by university professors within Education City
QF’s HBKU Press promotes Arabic research globally
5 min readArabic academic journals help develop and preserve scientific language
Siraj's Ramadan edition a journey through islamic values
4 min readQF's acclaimed edutainment TV Series launches special season
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
Our Arabic stories and experiences are making their mark on the world, TEDinArabic Summit told
6 min readGroundbreaking two-day event, organized through partnership between QF and TED, concludes in Doha
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends opening of the TEDinArabic Summit
5 min readTwo-day summit – organized through a partnership between QF and TED – is the first of its kind in the Middle East
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
QF expert explains the urgent need for access to sustainable energy in developing countries
4 min read“Electrifying a village with solar power, for example, is not beneficial if there are no schools or clinics” says Dr. Muez Ali
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends closing ceremony of QF’s Earthna Summit
4 min readTwo-day conference reframes understanding of sustainability in hot and arid countries
Global energy transition is a hot issue at QF’s Earthna Summit
3 min readExperts highlighted that understanding each country’s specific emissions profile is key to developing new energy policies
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
Make space for indigenous knowledge in facing our food security challenges, Earthna Summit told
3 min readLeaders and experts say traditional agricultural methods must not be lost in a “modern quest” for technology
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends the opening of Earthna’s inaugural Summit
4 min readEvent focuses on hot and arid environments and blending today’s expertise with indigenous knowledge to identify climate solutions
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
When the passion for Arabic yields innovation and achievement
5 min readAhead of the groundbreaking TEDinArabic Summit, Nayef and Reema, two students at Qatar Foundation, talk about what motivated them to try to influence their generation in a butterfly effect-like way.
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
Education City Stadium to become sporting hub for women and girls
3 min readThe redesigned facility will be a home for women and girls’ sports at every level, as well as offering education and development opportunities for students.
QF and TED to host flagship TEDinArabic Summit in Doha
4 min readRegistration is open for the event, which takes place from 18-19 March under the theme The Butterfly Effect
QF school’s ethics-based program helps students shape their future selves
4 min readEthics Curriculum by Qatar Academy Al Wakra is one of 10 winners of Qatar Spotlight educational innovation initiative
QF to support the education of young Palestinian female footballers
4 min readGrant announcement made as the impact of the Street Child World Cup 2022 – held in Qatar – is highlighted 100 days after the tournament
Qatar community donates clothing and food as well as their time to help those most in need
4 min readVolunteers at the Education City donation location do all they can to help those affected by Türkiye and Syria disaster
How to talk to your child about natural disasters?
4 min readPsychologists speak about the impact the Türkiye -Syria earthquake can have on mental health
Her Highness Sheikha Moza walks in solidarity with Türkiye-Syria earthquake victims
7 min readActive and healthy lifestyles as well as women and girls in sports were among the highlights of activities at QF on National Sport Day
Two Qatar Foundation members collaborate on a musical evening
3 min readQatar Music Academy students join musicians from the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of classical pieces
ChatGPT can write code but can’t win a game of tic-tac-toe
6 min readDr. Sanjay Chawla, Research Director at QF’s Qatar Computing Research Institute, says chatGPT is a wakeup call signalling a not-too-distant future that will be powerd by artificial intelligence
Doha Learning Days offers tech learning through game coding workshop
4 min readThe festival, organized by QF’s global education initiative WISE, is engaging youth in more than 50 hands-on learning activities over four days
Students write letters of support and love for children with autism during Doha Learning Days
3 min readActivities help children enhance their awareness of autism and the importance of accepting differences between individuals
Youth initiatives create a butterfly effect in the enrichment of digital Arabic content
3 min readTEDinArabic reinforces Qatar Foundation's efforts to support the status of the Arabic language
Oman Debate Centre a testament of QF’s success in spreading a debating culture
3 min readQatarDebate and its Omani counterpart to organize second edition of Asian Arabic Debating Championship in end of January
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
Music is the pathway to peace, says Palestinian rapper as he performs at QF
4 min readYoung musician from Gaza was among the performers at QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
“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™
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
Palestine brought to Qatar through music at QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
4 min readA wave of nostalgia sweeps Education City audience as they listen to songs that reflect Palestinian heritage
QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival nurtures young innovators
3 min readInvention area sponsored by ConocoPhillips Qatar
Performed at Education City, “Rumi The Musical” brings alive heritage of the east
5 min readQF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival entertains audiences with a show about the philosopher/poet’s legacy
Our cultural heritage has opened the eyes of World Cup fans, experts tell QF talk
5 min readMisunderstandings and stereotypes have been broken down through learning about the Arab world’s history and way of life, discussion hears
QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival: Where science meets arts
4 min readConocoPhillips Qatar sponsors D’reesha of Invention
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends opening ceremony of D’reesha Performing Arts Festival
4 min readSeven-day festival being held in Education City’s Oxygen Park and Al Khater House
Education City Stadium bids adieu to FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ fans
4 min readWith the last game played on its ground, the stadium has hosted around 350,000 fans
Historic house at QF’s Education City to be preserved as a space for cultural exchange
3 min readMembers of Al Khater family join celebration of the history and future of Al Khater House
Academyati students teach visitors about local culture at Fan Experience
4 min readPart of QF activations on offer during Education City Stadium match days
David Beckham explores Education City’s accessibility initiatives
3 min readThe football icon saw great artwork and experienced various offerings at Qatar Foundation
QF’s D’reesha Performing Arts Festival to highlight Arab culture during World Cup
4 min readTickets available for purchase through Virgin Megastore
“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
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
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
QF students put themselves in the place of people with disabilities
4 min readYoung learners conduct accessibility investigation of Education City facilities
Education City Stadium to offer accessible and inclusive viewing experience for all
3 min readFeaturing inclusive sensory facilities that cater to all members of the community for upcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
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
How the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ can create an economic legacy
4 min readProfessor at Qatar Foundation partner university highlights how being the center of the world’s attention opens up opportunities for diversification and investments
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
QF’s ‘Come Together’ is a tribute to the country’s preparation for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
3 min readThe eye-catching public art installation can be visited at the Green Spine in Education City
Plans for national program to conserve Qatar’s coastal ecosystems announced
6 min readMinistry of Environment and Climate Change, Qatar University, and Qatar Foundation to collaborate on MSC Foundation-supported program to conserve and restore Qatar’s mangrove forests, seagrass and coral ecosystems.
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™
QF partner university staff develop walkable solar tiles for use at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
3 min readPatented panels to be tested at Al Thumama Stadium’s ticketing centre
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
Invention and innovation at the heart of QF’s D'reesha Performing Arts Festival
3 min readConocoPhillips Qatar sponsors new element highlighting scientists, scholars, and researchers from around the Arab world
Football is only for all if designed with intent and purpose, says QF expert
5 min readLong-term legacy of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ discussed at Accessibility Forum held by the tournament organizers
QF’s GOALS is a platform for inspiring stories of Qatar's journey to the World Cup
4 min readLocal participants have the opportunity to learn the skills of photography, videography, and creative writing
QF launches Accessibility Guide ahead of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™
5 min readThe e-guide, Qatar for All, will support people of all abilities to explore Qatar
QF to provide live FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ audio description for visually impaired fans
5 min readService developed by Hamad Bin Khalifa University reflects QF’s commitment to accessibility
Special edition of Future Leaders in Football Workshop for women takes place in Qatar
9 min readEvent at QF’s Education City included young women from Qatar and the region to build capacity and leadership in football skills and industries
Generation Amazing Foundation reaches 1 million beneficiaries ahead of Qatar 2022
4 min readLegacy programme marks milestone and launches year-long Goal 22 project supported by QF
QF expert explains why sustainability goes beyond the environment – and into female empowerment
4 min readDiscussion at Future Leaders in Football event focuses on how the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ can create a sustainable legacy
From contestant to a judge on QF’s Stars of Science
4 min readDr. Ahmed Nabeel, a Kuwaiti, returned to Season 14 of the edutainment program and talks about his “journey in the world of innovation”
QF students present musical production inspired by World Cup
4 min read"Goal" helped raise awareness of global issues, including poverty and gender equality, among young people
Look through critical eyes to find the truth, Palestinian justice campaigner tells QF’s Education City Speaker Series
4 min readLina Abu Akleh speaks about her family’s campaign for justice for her journalist aunt Shireen – and why advocacy and empathy matter
How happy, content women can empower future generations
5 min readQF’s Sidra Medicine prioritizes women as it marks World Mental Health Month
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
The Story Behind the Art: Interview with Choi Jeong HWA
5 min readKorean artist talks about how workers helped inspire the creation of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ art installation
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
QF launches “Rasekh” platform
9 min readAn initiative that provides high-quality education with a local focus
QF forum promotes service and action in the classroom
3 min readAnnual event sees educators share experiences and best practices for the benefit of students
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's WISH summit looks at the future of hospitals after covid
6 min readMedical experts discuss how healthcare facilities of the future can be pandemic-proof
Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends WISH 2022 closing ceremony
3 min readFinal day discussions focus on sport, accessibility, and equity in healthcare
“Now and before”: International Trade Union Confederation commends Qatar reforms to protect workers
4 min readITUC Official: Qatar’s heat stress law is assisting European nations as they face climate change
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser opens QF’s WISH 2022
6 min readBuilding more resilient health systems and advancing biotech innovation among key discussions on opening day
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
How traditional games at a QF school help build national identity
5 min readTariq Bin Ziad School initiative emphasizes the importance of local culture and heritage
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
Introducing BOTaina – the Qatari chatbot helping people discover QF
3 min readAI technology used to provide Qatar Foundation’s website users with instant answers to their questions – and to show them what Education City has to offer
QF to engage youth and hold key global conversations at UNGA 77
5 min readInternational gathering sees QF provide platforms designed to empower changemakers
PUE's schools offer cross-registration to personalize education
6 min readOpen Campus initiative allows students from QAD and QAS to have access to courses that might not have been offered at their respective school
QF’s Stars of Science connecting the dots of innovation in Qatar
5 min readSOS brings together experts who understand technology and product design to support the creation of prototypes
Girls' education has been suffering a silent attack, says new member of Afghan Robotics Team to arrive at QF
4 min readThree members of the all-girls team speak about the importance of education
Special education needs to take higher priority for QF, Education Forum told
4 min readEvent honors outstanding teachers and staff
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.
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
QF students adapt novel to make it accessible to the blind
5 min readQatar Academy Students, in collaboration with Hamad Bin Khalifa University, transadapted a graphic novel
"We have launched many new programs and initiatives at the beginning of the academic year, and we have a plan to expand our schools” says QF’s new PUE president
13 min readAbeer Al Khalifa, President of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, talks about the plans she has for the schools.
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™
TEDinArabic gives Arab ideas a voice
5 min readQF partnership creates content for TedinArabic library
Qatar researchers at forefront of personalized treatment for breast cancer patients
5 min readOncologist speaking at a QF conference for women in science says Arab women to be made aware of signs and symptoms of breast cancer
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
My volunteering journey started with a question: how can I give back to my country?
4 min readFaisal Al Mohanadi, a QF Manager and a volunteer for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, explains how volunteering reflects his national identity and Islamic values
QF universities organize bootcamp to encourage innovation
5 min readProduct X wants university students to work toward finding sustainable solutions for the future
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
QatarDebate strengthens Arab students’ communication skills
5 min readJordanian and Omani debaters share experiences from the tournament held in Istanbul
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
QatarDebate crowns new champion
3 min readA QF partner university wins the International University Arabic Debating Championship
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
Qatar Foundation offers employees on-site childcare
3 min readQF’s new daycare center provides educational facilities for babies up to 14 months of age
QF 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
QF's Qatar Reads initative helps children learn about local culture and heritage
4 min readAlaa Murad, writer and content creator, talks about the role QF plays in making reading an essential part of children's daily lives
TEDinArabic speakers emphasize the need to unlock human potential at second regional event in Jordan
5 min readHer Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani attends Amman event held under QF and TED’s Arabic language initiative
Experts dive into the metaverse at QatarDebate event with New York Times in Davos
4 min readQF member and leading media organization host debate on sidelines of the World Economic Forum
A culture of kindness and creativity can help tackle education challenges, experts say
4 min readQatar Foundation’s LEAPS 2022 focuses on Education Reimagined, the Power of Play, and Wellbeing
QF program to narrate FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ experience through the power of storytelling
3 min readGOALS initiative to highlight football, community, and culture in Qatar in lead up to international sporting competition
QF’s QatarDebate to discuss the metaverse on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum
5 min readDebate is being held in collaboration with the New York Times
QF alumnus opens up career opportunities for fellow Education City graduates
5 min readSnoonu CEO Hamad Al-Hajri’s delivery company has thrived – and now he wants other QF alumni to be part of its future
Arabic website offering scientific information is nominated for Akhlaquna award
2 min readLack of scientific information in Arabic inspired Maha Ghassan Homos to come up with Nutripedia
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
Former US diplomat Michael Pompeo discusses future of Ukraine at QF talk
3 min readUkraine’s Ambassador to Qatar among Education City Speaker Series audience as ex-US Secretary of State shares views on international issues
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
QF launches alumni program to connect its graduates from around the world
4 min readPlatform aims to enable QF alumni to build networks, share experiences, and advance their career paths – while helping Qatar retain vital talent
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
QF students distribute 2,000 iftar meals to contracted workers in Education City
4 min readQatar Academy Doha students say Ramadan is an opportunity to promote the values of compassion and giving.
Young innovators at QF school build underwater robots
3 min readProject part of ongoing collaboration between QAST and TAMUQ
Op-ed: Laboratories alone cannot address existential crises – mizan is the answer
3 min readSahar Nasser, a member of Qatar Foundation’s communications teams, explores a panel discussion hosted by QF which saw Dr. Ahmed Paul Keeler shed light on the implications of modernity and the influences of the material world
QF research center works on early diagnosis of autism
3 min readDr. Fouad Alshaban, Senior Scientist at the Neurological Disorders Research Center (NDRC), Qatar Biomedical Research Institute, talks about the new autism detection tool, the success of it, and costs associated with autism treatments.
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
‘Don’t just be put in a box’, top political advisor Huma Abedin tells talk at QF
4 min readAdvisor to Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke about the importance of women empowering women during event at Qatar National Library
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 announces the launch of Earthna Center during Doha Forum
4 min readCenter to address sustainability policy in the critical areas of arid climates, sustainable cities and communities
Local company sells sustainable face masks at QF’s EC gift shop
3 min readRSPR – founded as a solution for close friends and family – is now a popular, eco-friendly option for all
Medical students at QF talk about the pros and cons of virtual learning
6 min readDespite the challenges, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar students support blended learning even after the pandemic is over
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
QF’s Qatar Reads launches One Book, One Doha campaign to promote Arabic literature
3 min readIn cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and Qatar National Library, the initiative aims to promote reading
QLA teacher wins Education Excellence Award
3 min readKhalaf Al Merekhi encourages students to become passionate about health and fitness
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
“For us, science is hope,” says captain of Afghan Robotics Team at QF
6 min readFour members of the all-girls team speak about the importance of access to STEM education
QF empowers the community to get active for National Sport Day
4 min readHer Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, accompanied by football icon David Beckham, awards winners of inaugural Women and Girls Football Initiative at Education City Stadium
QF’s Education City to be car-free on Qatar National Sport Day
5 min readA QF regulatory law scholar and an environment expert highlight how such initiatives offer an opportunity to develop new habits
“On Silence” exhibition at QF highlights environmental and human rights issues
3 min readArtworks by Kader Attia reflect the complexities left by colonialism
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
As Omicron spreads, it is “more important than ever to get the booster shot”, says infectious disease expert at QF
4 min readLaith Abu-Raddad, Professor at Qatar Foundation partner university Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, states it is too early to draw comparisons to the ending of the Spanish Flu
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
QF youth serve as Flag Bearers during the FIFA Arab Cup 2021™
3 min readProgram is a collaboration between Wanda Group and Qatar Foundation designed to honor inspiring young people
QF opens Alif Ba Exhibition in Washington D.C. to mark Qatar-USA Year of Culture 2021
4 min readExhibition aims to foster cross-cultural understanding through enabling visitors to explore the Arabic alphabet
Connectivity, technology, and football can impact the education of women, 2021 WISE Summit hears
4 min readFemale thought leaders discuss ways to empower and educate girls at global education conference organized by QF initiative
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
“I feel very connected with the calligraphy of Qur’anic scripture on the building,” says Education City Mosque calligraphy competitor
4 min readWinners of competition announced as permanent exhibition in Minaretein opens
QF artists are sending a new soundwave across Doha
6 min readSonic Jeel is a collaborative initiative investigating sound design and audiovisual media within the context of Qatar
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
Virtual learning has increased girls' access to education, but they need confidence and opportunity, experts tell 2021 WISE Summit
4 min readThe biennial WISE Summit, organized by QF’s global education initiative, explored the role of media and technology in enabling girls to learn and make decisions about their future
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
First TEDinArabic regional event calls for young Arabic voices to be amplified
4 min readEvent as part of QF and TED partnership attended by Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani during 2021 WISE Summit
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 Summit addresses EdTech challenges in the MENA region
4 min readDiscussion held as part of the Youth Studio, and led by young changemakers
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.
QF-commissioned international research reveals expectations and fears surrounding technology in education
4 min readEconomist Impact report launched at 2021 WISE Summit with panelists sharing thoughts on key findings from the research
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
