UDST tops Qatar in Charity Week 2024

The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) secured the leading position during Charity Week 2024, raising QR114,753.25, a statement said Tuesday.This marks the second consecutive year that the UDST has achieved the highest total among participating universities and schools in Qatar.Charity Week is a global initiative that unites communities worldwide to support orphans and underserved children, guided by shared Islamic and humanitarian values.In Qatar, the event is conducted in collaboration with Education Above All, involving 23 educational institutions.The week-long fundraising efforts at the UDST were spearheaded by students in partnership with the Student Engagement Department, a division of Student Affairs.The team organised innovative activities and initiatives that engaged the entire UDST community."It is heartwarming to see our community come together for such a noble cause, demonstrating the University’s role in shaping compassionate leaders,” said USDT president Dr Salem al-Naemi. "By instilling human values alongside academic excellence, the UDST continues to make a meaningful impact within and beyond our campus.”"Congratulations to the UDST Charity Week team,” said UDST vice-president (Student Affairs) Dr Angela Flowerday. "Their perseverance, creativity, and teamwork have been truly inspiring.”"This success reflects the spirit of generosity and unity that defines the UDST,” she added. "I look forward to seeing Charity Week return next year, further enriching the culture of collaboration and philanthropy on our campus.”This year, the Qatar Charity Week Team, which involved many prominent schools, colleges, and universities in Qatar, collectively raised QR349,864.81.The UDST Charity Week core team comprised students from different Colleges: Judy Zarzour, Yazen Abu, Basma Kamran, Janan Maki, Faisal Maki, Hira Zahid, and Fidha Mukhtar.Every student was assigned a specific role to ensure the success of the event."As the representative of Charity Week 2024, I am deeply inspired by the remarkable success and lasting impact of this year’s initiatives,” said UDST Charity Week representative Zarzour. "It has been incredible to witness the passion and commitment of the student volunteers in organising such diverse activities, as well as the overwhelming generosity displayed by the UDST community.”