Family Institute set to host second international meet

Doha International Family Institute (DIFI) has announced that the second International Conference on Family Research and Policy will be held at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) on October 17 and 18.
The conference will once again host researchers and policymakers from across the world, giving participants a platform to address the theme of ‘The Impact of Wars and Conflicts on Arab Families’ as well as discuss the role of public policies in promoting family well-being and protection, DIFI has said in a press statement.
The event’s agenda will address relevant issues around six overarching themes: family formation and breakdown, social and economic conditions, gender and health issues, the conditions of refugees and internally displaced families, the impact of wars and conflicts on women, men and children, and the roles and experiences of non-government organisations (NGOs) in responding to the needs of families during and post-wars and conflicts.
Noor al-Malki al-Jehani, executive director of DIFI, said: “Through our conference, I believe we will greatly enhance research and policy discussions by highlighting new trends in the challenges Arab families face as a result of the impact of wars and conflicts.
“We will build on our work in influencing regional and international family research and policy agendas by providing a platform for social scientists, policymakers, NGOs and CSOs (civil society organisations) to interact and exchange ideas and expertise.”
The conference will feature plenary sessions as well as panel discussions, which will bring together a number of notable speakers and moderators.
The first day will explore a variety of topics focusing on family formation, socio-economic impact of wars on families, and gender dimensions during conflicts.
The second day will offer a series of sessions, including the experience of NGOs in zones of war and conflict, post-war family transition and resettlement, conditions of Arab refugees and health issues in wars and conflicts.
Details of speakers, sessions and registrations are available online at  http://www.difi.org.qa/annual-conference.