Stories / Sports

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’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

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

QF shapes a stronger future for women in sports in Qatar
4 min readEducation City Stadium brings together local sportswomen to discuss the importance of early support and opportunities to empower athletes in Qatar

How QF helps young athletes thrive: a swimmer’s story
3 min readFacilities and community classes at Education City are open to everyone – and Reya John is just one example of the benefit they bring

QF forms partnership with FIVB and the FIVB Volleyball Foundation to grow the sport in Qatar
4 min readVolleyball becomes the second elite sport to be promoted through QF’s, Creating Pathways Program designed to empower women and girls in sports

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

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

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 concludes summer camp
4 min read568 students participated in a range of activities in Education City

Walk your way to health at QF this summer
5 min readEducation City offers opportunities to walk, jog, cycle, and swim

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

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

How inclusive sports opportunities at QF are empowering students with autism
4 min readPE teacher at QF’s Renad Academy speaks about the positive impact that sports activities and competitions make in unlocking students’ abilities.

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

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

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

Inspiring the next generation - mothers paving the way through sports in Qatar
5 min readJawaher Al-Nasr, a Qatari football player and coach at Qatar Foundation, talks about empowering girls and women in through sports

QF 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

Panel of female athletes at QF emphasize role of opportunities in empowering girls in sports
4 min readThe talk held at the Education City Stadium on National Sport Day discussed the challenges facing Muslim women in the world of sports

Her Highness Sheikha Moza attends QF’s National Sport Day activities
5 min readInclusive sporting environment created at Education City for persons with disabilities and women and girls

“Not everything requires payment, some things ought to be done solely as service for humanity,” says AFC ASIAN CUP QATAR 2023™ volunteer
5 min readAssistant Professor at QF’s HBKU speaks about role as an accessibility volunteer

QF 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

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’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

Qatar Foundation and Volkswagen Middle East partner to support women athletes
3 min readCollaboration aims to create an inclusive environment in football

QF student dreams of gender equality in sports
4 min readGeneration Amazing youth advocate attends Festival23 on sidelines of 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

QF’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 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

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’s Qader Award opens doors for people with autism
3 min readApplications for fifth cycle will be accepted until 5 April

Sporting landscape in Qatar has changed for women, says QF alumna
4 min readPersonal trainer Sahar ElRefai highlights benefits of exercise on the physical and mental health of women

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

How the benefits of performing arts go beyond just the stage
4 min readQF’s SHOWTIME! encourages children to approach the world with confidence

The impact of the World Cup on Qatar continues
4 min readQF community members discuss how the momentum from the world’s biggest sporting event has reignited their interest in sports and fitness

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.

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