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The Qatar Foundation for Social Work, in cooperation with the United Nations Human Rights Training and Documentation Centre for South-West Asia and the Arab Region, organized a roundtable discussion on the United Nations human rights system at the UN House in Lusail City.The event was attended by the Foundation's leadership and executive directors of its affiliated centers, as well as representatives from several UN agencies operating in Qatar.This roundtable discussion is part of the ongoing partnership between the Foundation and the Centre, aimed at enhancing the practical knowledge of the leadership at the affiliated centers and enabling them to engage with the United Nations human rights system and its mechanisms.In this context, the CEO of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work Rashid Al Naimi stressed that this initiative represents a significant milestone in the development of institutional social work, pointing out that engaging with the United Nations human rights system is no longer a supplementary option, but rather a natural extension of their developmental role and national responsibility.He added that they are working to build a conscious and capable institutional framework that translates international commitments into tangible practices that have a real impact on the lives of beneficiaries. Through these strategic partnerships, they seek to establish a leading Qatari model for social work, based on knowledge and strengthening the international presence of the Foundation and its centers as active partners in developing solutions to contemporary social challenges, he explained.He noted that the Foundation focuses on empowering its affiliated centers to contribute effectively to national reports and international monitoring mechanisms, reflecting the reality of social work in the State of Qatar and enhancing the integration of national efforts with international frameworks.In the same vein, Director of UN Training and Documentation Center for Southwest Asia and the Arab Region Dr. Abeer Al Khraisha emphasized the importance of organizing this workshop to strengthen the ongoing cooperation between the Centre and the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, which began several years ago to enhance the capacities and competencies of the Foundation's affiliated centers, thereby strengthening the interaction of its staff, leaders, and affiliated centers with the United Nations human rights system and the core international treaty bodies relevant to their work. This, in turn, supports the State of Qatar's efforts to implement its international human rights obligations.United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Technical Representative in Doha Biplove Choudhary affirmed that the Programme values ​​this dialogue with the Qatar Foundation for Social Work as an important step towards strengthening the coordination of efforts within the United Nations system and supporting institutional capacities to contribute to achieving sustainable development priorities.The roundtable included a comprehensive review of the general framework of the United Nations human rights system, including the mandate of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and the role of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). It also highlighted the Foundation's consultative status with the Council and the opportunities it offers to enhance its international presence, as well as its contribution to social development and human rights issues.The sessions also covered the core international human rights conventions relevant to the work of social centers, with a focus on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. They also reviewed mechanisms for preparing national and shadow reports, and ways to engage with treaty bodies.In the same context, the roles of several UN agencies in Qatar were reviewed, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).The roundtable emphasized the importance of strengthening coordination and cooperation between the Foundation and its international partners, which supports Qatar's efforts to fulfill its international commitments and reinforces an integrated approach to social work based on knowledge and effective partnerships. 

Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), led the National Sport Day activities at QF's Education City by attending in the activities at the venue.A large number of community members gathered to take part in the celebrations at various venues across the Education City including the Education City Stadium. The activities centred around health, inclusion, and wellbeing.**media[415510]**Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad al-Thani, Vice Chairperson, QF attended the events at Education City Stadium which was at the core of National Sport Day activities.Speaking to Gulf Times, Ghoroor Abdulwaheed, health and sports specialist at QF-PUE said that the events at the Education City are spread out at various places and include activities for all age groups.**media[415511]**“I am looking after the activities at Oxygen Park and there are three zones at this venue. The first zone is where Qatar Foundation schools in collaboration with various sports federations clubs and other entities are taking part in the events. This year's edition of Sports Day has participation of 13 federations in the country, and one club, Qatar Sports Club. And the idea of the zone one is to provide exposure to the students to various sports federations in the country in different sports,” explained Abdulwhaeed.**media[415512]**Fatima Naama from the Partnership Department from Education Above All ( EAA) Foundation told the media that EAA aims to link the National Sport Day activities and the community participation to an outcome that supports education and students. “The link we have between the community and education is that part of the proceeds of the Colour Run tickets will be allocated to support education and students through EAA Foundation,” she said.**media[415513]**“Our message today is that we want to share that sport is not just an event that we engage in. It is something with a social impact and participation in such events is to connect with the community and giving and creating a real measurable difference in our community,” she continued.Meanwhile, participants brought passion and determination to the finals of the fifth edition of the Women and Girls Football Initiative, with Sheikha Hind presenting awards to the winning teams of the initiative.**media[415514]**And the Education City Run: Color Edition saw 1,200 female participants and 600 male participants enjoy a vibrant celebration of sport, movement, and community, with different race distances designed for everyone accompanied by colourful bursts of powder. A portion of the proceeds from this activity was donated to Education Above All, the Education City Run: Color Edition’s Social Impact Partner.**media[415515]**Reem Massoud, a yoga instructor from Lebanon, led a class at Education City Stadium with YALLAYOGA. “I am doing a morning flow – a feel-good flow with a bit of breath work,” she explained. “I think this is a great opportunity for people to practice yoga outside of the studio, in the open air, in a multi-activity space, which is amazing.”At Education City’s Oxygen Park, families and children came together to enjoy a series of engaging sports and recreational activities, including those organised by QF’s Ability Friendly Programme. The activities provided young athletes with disabilities with the opportunity to participate in sports in a supportive environment, fostering a sense of belonging, confidence, and joy.This year, Education City hosted a series of curated health talks during National Sport Day, featuring expert-led discussions on gut health, sustainable biohacking, and health misinformation. The sessions allowed participants to explore well-being and resilience, providing them with practical knowledge to support them in making informed health decisions. 

The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Center (Aman), part of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, wrapped up the Light Exhibition held in partnership with Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar.The month-long exhibition showcased Aman’s awareness workshops, engaging students from kindergartens and both public and private schools.In this context, Aman Center’s Acting Executive Director Fadel Mohammed al-Kaabi said the Light Exhibition aimed to foster public awareness and education on social protection, while strengthening child safety measures and nurturing children’s creative and innovative abilities.He emphasised that the exhibition provided an educational environment and a unique opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills using new tools such as light and shadow.Al-Kaabi further noted that more than 20 schools were invited, targeting over 300 students from primary levels in both public and private schools, in addition to students from the Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities, children from Dreama Center for Orphan Care, and children benefiting from Aman Center’s internal care services.He explained that the exhibition received positive feedback from educational staff, including social workers and teachers accompanying the students, particularly in how Aman’s awareness workshops were integrated with the exhibition tools. He affirmed that these tools help unleash children’s potential in discovering their identities and creative abilities.For her part, Head of the Communication and Information Office at Aman Center Hanan al-Ali stressed the centre’s commitment to activating community partnerships with various entities and sectors across the country, noting that child protection is a shared responsibility.She added that the collaboration with Dadu Museum marks the beginning of a series of awareness events aimed at children, highlighting the museum’s dedication to delivering information and education through play.

Qatar Foundation for Social Work signed a co-operation agreement with the Akhlaquna initiative of the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF). Launched by Chairperson of the Board of Directors of QF, Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, the initiative represents a model for strengthening the relationship between science and ethics. The agreement aims to enhance co-operation between the Qatar Foundation for Social Work and the Akhlaquna initiative in implementing joint awareness and media campaigns and disseminating positive values ​​​​in society. This is part of the ‘Thank You 2025-2026’ campaign, which kicks off this year under the theme of gratitude and appreciation. It also seeks to activate community and media partnerships to serve the public interest and highlight the developmental role of the Foundation and its affiliated centres in promoting values ​​​​and ethics in Qatari society through participation in events and activities and the production of joint awareness content. The agreement was signed on behalf of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work by Director of the Communication Department at the Foundation, Noor Saleh al-Mohannadi, and on behalf of the Akhlaquna initiative by Project Manager at QF’s Pre-University Education at Qatar Foundation, Sheikha al-Zeyara, at the headquarters of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work. On this occasion, al-Mohannadi emphasised that this co-operation falls within the framework of the foundation’s vision to enhance joint work with national entities aimed at serving the community and instilling positive values ​​among its members. She explained that the co-operation with the Akhlaquna initiative represents a distinctive model of integration between national institutions in spreading ethical awareness and promoting positive behaviours. She noted that this step falls within the Qatar Foundation for Social Work’s approach to supporting national initiatives that contribute to strengthening community cohesion and support its mission to empower the beneficiaries of its centres. For her part, Sheikha al-Zeyara appreciated the constructive co-operation with the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, noting that it represents an extension of the positive relations between the two parties in the areas of community awareness. She also stressed that this co-operation complements the positive results achieved over the past years between the foundation, its centres, and the Akhlaquna initiative.