Education minister pays tribute to teachers for their noble profession

The celebration of World Teachers' Day, held this year under the motto "Giving That Bears Fruit for Generations", is an occasion to renew commitment to supporting the noble teaching profession and paying tribute to all those who uphold its great mission, said HE the Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed AlKhater.

HE AlKhater was speaking during a celebration organised by the ministry to mark this occasion and added that the patronage of this celebration by HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani embodies Qatar's recognition and appreciation of teachers as a core pillar of human advancement, development, and prosperity.

This motto, she emphasised, is not merely an uttered expression but a reality realised by teachers of both genders, day after day, as every individual carries a memory of a teacher who left a sincere word, prudent guidance, or a devoted gesture that made a lasting impact on their journey.

These moments, she said, may seem fleeting, but they are the ones that build confidence in students' hearts, open apertures of hope, and inculcate values of belonging and dedication.

HE AlKhater affirmed that the education profession is a profound responsibility, which, through teachers' efforts and dedication, morphs into achievements that contribute to building human capital, strengthening the community, advancing the homeland, and serving all of mankind.

She stressed that investing in constant development and training is not a luxury but an imperative to keep up with the rapid vicissitudes of the domestic and global contexts.

The ministry is diligently working to implement the best global practices in accordance with the domestic context, as over 20,000 teachers of both genders have benefited from advanced training programmes throughout the past academic year. These programmes have been specifically designed to enhance professional aptitude and elevate educational practices, HE AlKhater underlined.

She added that these initiatives include the Innovation Leaders Programme, which opens new apertures for innovation in teaching methods, the Successful Start Programme, supporting new teachers in their first year and enabling smooth integration into the educational environment, the Tamhin Programme, attracting young national talents to enter the teaching profession; the Khibarat Programme, sending teachers abroad to gain leading educational experience, and the Tamhuḥ Scholarship Programme, which has graduated over 1,650 individuals, with more than 1,100 students currently pursuing their studies under these scholarships.

In 2025, 160 students of both genders were enrolled in the Tamhuḥ Programme, including 102 males, a milestone that demonstrates the motivational policies pursued by the ministry to attract young Qataris to the teaching profession, HE AlKhater noted.

She added that the ministry continues to expand external collaboration with leading academic and pedagogical institutions in the region and beyond, sharing expertise and broadening knowledge horizons, thereby supporting teacher development programs and advancing education in various fields, particularly digital technologies and artificial intelligence, equipping teachers with sophisticated tools and providing students with innovative learning experiences that deepen knowledge and empower them to become trailblazers in a rapidly changing world.

These diverse efforts underscore a strategic commitment aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030, translating the priorities of the Third National Development Strategy, which places human capital as the primary pillar for building a diverse and sustainable economy alongside a self-confident community capable of competing and contributing actively to the nation's progress, she said.

She indicated that the ministry is currently working through a professional panel to assess the reality of teachers' workplaces, with the aim of identifying the challenges they encounter and devising practical solutions to mitigate administrative burdens and strengthen educational systems.

The key objective is to establish a motivational professional environment that provides all forms of support to fulfil the core teaching mission, foster innovation, and cultivate dedication, she highlighted.

HE AlKhater further added that, despite its exalted status, teaching remains one of the toughest professions and carries the greatest responsibility.

She emphasised that a teacher's passion and intrinsic motivation require support, nurturing, and encouragement to grow and endure. On this basis, the ministry has increased the value of the annual appreciation award this year and added new categories to honor teachers across all stages of their service.

HE AlKhater extended her gratitude to the honoured male and female teachers, who embody exemplary dedication, integrity, and selfless service, while also conveying sincere appreciation to all teachers across the nation's schools for their tireless efforts that shape future generations, instill hope, and help forge the path to a brighter tomorrow.