Stories / Progressive Education
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 schools foster Arabic language skills through innovative approaches
4 min readTeachers are using creative tools to engage students and strengthen their cultural ties
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
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
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
Can technology use lead to cultural erosion?
5 min readQatar Foundation experts discuss key ways to balance online exposure of global perspectives with cultural values and beliefs
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
Learning to effectively use AI discussed at orientation event for incoming university students
6 min readAnnual Marhaba event welcomes new students to Education City ecosystem
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
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
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
Her Highness Sheikha Moza honors the winners of QF’s Akhlaquna Awards
4 min readAkhlaquna Day celebrates the achievements of those who contribute to initiatives that have a positive impact on society
Family wellbeing has lasting impact on students' ability to learn at school
5 min readExperts across Qatar Foundation weigh in on how parents’ mental health significantly influences their child’s education
QF students lead ‘Falcon Fest’ fundraising event to support Palestine
5 min readStudents at Qatar Academy Doha emphasize the importance of enhancing school spirit and demonstrating solidarity
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’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.
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
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
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
Education City: Where art and academics converge
5 min readExposure to art encourages global perspectives and interdisciplinary connections among students, say experts at Education City
Her Highness Sheikha Moza participates in QF’s celebration of International Day of Education
6 min readEducation City session discusses the collective responsibility towards preserving language as the essence of identity
QF offers free Arabic language course for its university students
3 min readDiscover Arabic program helps to showcase Arab culture and heritage
QF school students raise over QAR20 million to support Palestine
5 min readStudents demonstrate deep commitment to standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people and their cause
Reflecting the harsh reality of Palestine through art
5 min readAs she creates her art pieces, a Qatar Foundation alumna is illustrating the daily struggles the people of Palestine face
QF students recognized at World Mathematics Team Championship
4 min readTournament served as a platform for cultural exchange
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.
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 transform food waste into environmental solutions
3 min readPart of Qatar Sustainability Week 2023, workshop provides deep dive into composting practices
“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.
QF students plant olive trees in solidarity with Palestine
4 min readStudent-led initiative promotes heritage, resilience, and environmental awareness
“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
QF launches fourth season of Siraj at Expo
3 min readTV show aims to instill a love of Arabic among children
Her Highness Sheikha Moza meets QF alumni in the US
3 min readEducation City graduates share their ideas and achievements
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.
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
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
