Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, attended the Civilization Day event, organized by Qatar Foundation's Pre-University Education, which was held as an interactive learning experience that reflected the educational vision of the Islamic Civilization curriculum and aimed to move learning from theory into real-life practice.The event served as a platform that enabled students to explore the roots of Islamic civilization, learn about its key historical stages, and connect them to their national identity and contemporary culture through research-based, analytical, and creative learning practices.
Students showcased their learning through interactive stations they led themselves, featuring performances, research projects, and visual and digital content that reflected the scientific, artistic, and human values and achievements of each era."Civilization Day reflects the outcome of an educational journey through which our students deepened their understanding of Islamic civilization and its origins, while also gaining solid knowledge of Qatar's history and rich heritage," said President of QF's Pre-University Education (PUE), Abeer Al Khalifa.Al Khalifa emphasized that revisiting the study of Islamic civilization helps reinforce the lessons drawn from historical experience, which in turn "shape our present, strengthen our sense of identity, and provide a clearer vision for the future"."Our students' journey through Islamic civilization shows that identity is a living awareness that grows through learning and is strengthened through practice," she said. "When students rediscover Islamic civilization, they do not only revisit the past, but also confidently shape the future and use its values as a guide for the road ahead."According to Al Khalifa, Civilization Day gave students a space to demonstrate their deep understanding of the concepts of Islamic civilization and the history of Qatar."What they presented today was not just a display of historical knowledge, but clear proof of the power of education to connect knowledge with real life and to turn civilization into daily practice and lasting values that inspire future generations."
Executive Director of Student Affairs and Community Engagement at QF's PUE, Sara Al Hajri, said: "Civilization Day marked the first practical activation of the Islamic Civilization curriculum in QF schools, as learning moved beyond theoretical knowledge into a live experience based on research, analysis, and critical thinking. This helped build true understanding as awareness and identity, not just memorization."She explained that Civilization Day was built on an integrated educational approach that brought together values and thought, historical and social context, and tangible civilizational expressions. This approach provided students with a balanced understanding of civilization, connecting ideas to their real applications and linking the past to its presence in today's world."During the Day, students took on multiple roles as historians, researchers, performers, and guides," Al Hajri explained. "It was a fully integrated learning experience that demonstrated their ability to turn knowledge into real practice and highlighted their skills in critical thinking, expression, and teamwork."Civilization Day is not viewed simply as an educational event, but as a comprehensive learning experience that strengthens students' sense of belonging and their awareness of history and culture, according to Al Hajri."It also opens the door for developing the event into an annual platform that showcases QF's excellence as a model of experiential learning and highlights the research and innovation skills of its students." (Q