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Qatar Charity, Islamic Relief Worldwide, sign agreement focused on aid and development

Qatar Charity (QC) and Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) signed a strategic three-year partnership agreement, valued at US$15 million, aimed at strengthening cooperation in humanitarian work and sustainable development. The agreement, which will be equally funded by both organizations, is designed to support humanitarian response initiatives, joint development programming, localization efforts, and collaborative research. The agreement was signed in London by Mr. Yousuf bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Charity, and Mr. Waseem Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer of Islamic Relief Worldwide. The partnership will center around four strategic areas of collaboration. First, Joint Development Programming will support long-term solutions to transform people’s lives, particularly through projects that tackle climate change, provide Islamic microfinance, and use the ‘graduation model’ of programming that helps people lift themselves out of poverty.  Second, Humanitarian Response will provide timely, life-saving assistance during emergencies around the world. Third, Localization will strengthen the capacity of local and national actors to lead humanitarian and development work, with particular focus across Africa. Finally, Joint Research will generate knowledge and evidence to improve impact, inform policy, and share best practices.  The memorandum outlines the establishment of an institutional framework for cooperation in designing and implementing programs, setting performance indicators, exchanging technical experience and knowledge, organizing joint workshops, and facilitating staff exchanges — all aimed at building capacity and enhancing institutional efficiency for both parties. Mr. Yousuf bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Charity, said: “This agreement marks a significant milestone in our journey of international cooperation. We are proud of this partnership with Islamic Relief Worldwide, with whom we share a common vision for professional and transparent humanitarian action. It reflects our commitment to expanding the impact of our humanitarian and development efforts, strengthening global partnerships, and developing innovative intervention models that respond to contemporary challenges and ensure aid reaches those most in need efficiently and effectively.” Al Kuwari added: “We firmly believe that joint action is the most effective path to achieving sustainable results. Together with Islamic Relief Worldwide, we will work to advance our humanitarian and development goals and strengthen global solidarity.” Mr. Waseem Ahmad, Chief Executive of Islamic Relief Worldwide, said: “This partnership reflects our commitment to going beyond providing lifesaving aid and to truly transforming people’s lives and futures. Impoverished families know how best to lift themselves out of poverty, they just need support and a fair opportunity to do so. Together with Qatar Charity we aim to address the root causes of poverty and conflict and deliver innovative solutions that help communities live in dignity, move from crisis to stability, and strengthen the foundations of lasting peace.”  The agreement expands the long-standing collaboration between Qatar Charity and Islamic Relief, such as supporting communities to recover from the devastating 2022 floods in Pakistan. It strongly aligns with the international development priorities of both the United Kingdom and the State of Qatar – supporting the UK’s commitment to humanitarian diplomacy, effective aid delivery and locally led development, while advancing Qatar’s global vision for solidarity, innovation and sustainable humanitarian impact.  The collaboration is designed to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).  

11/09/2025

Qatar Charity’s 2025 education projects bring hope to fragile communities worldwide
Qatar Charity (QC), with the generous support of donors in Qatar, has successfully completed or is currently implementing 883 educational projects in underserved regions during the current year (2025). These initiatives are expected to benefit approximately 167,000 individuals. Additionally, around 11,000 people have already benefited from educational interventions carried out in crisis-affected areas. Qatar Charity places education at the heart of its humanitarian and development work, focusing on building and renovating schools and education centers, and providing essential supplies like school furniture, bags, books, and meals to students in need. Qatar Charity launched the “Education 2025” initiative to tackle school dropouts and support quality education for children, aiming to expand projects and provide supplies to students in need with the help of donors. Qatar Charity is building a model primary school in Tunisia on a 1,567 sqm plot, with facilities to serve over 500 students, which will include classrooms, labs, a sports field, health and admin units, and internet-equipped learning spaces. In July, Qatar Charity has laid the foundation stone for a new school building in the Kalutara district of Sri Lanka, aiming to serve approximately 2,000 male and female students at Muslim Central College in the district. The project includes the construction of a three-story building over an area of 9,000 square feet. It will be equipped and furnished with four modern science laboratories, four classrooms, and administrative and service facilities. In Gaza, Qatar Charity launched a project to support children affected by conflict. It set up temporary classrooms in shelters, distributed 4,500 school bags along with supplies, 60 whiteboards, and supported 60 volunteer teachers, in addition to providing educational materials and games. In Syria, Qatar Charity supported a school in rural Idlib—damaged by the Türkiye-Syria earthquake—by providing school supplies for 1,074 students and covering salaries for 54 staff members for a full academic year. Qatar Charity urges continued support for its “Education 2025” initiative to help transform education for vulnerable communities worldwide. Benefactors can contribute to the initiative through the link: https://www.qcharity.org/en/qa/campaign?campaignId=788&UTMMId=0.
10/09/2025 More details  
Qatar Charity’s representative in Afghanistan assesses earthquake devastation in Kuner Province
The representative of Qatar Charity (QC) in Afghanistan carried out a field visit to Kuner Province, in coordination with a rescue team from Qatar, to assess the humanitarian impact caused by the ongoing landslides and aftershocks following the powerful earthquake that struck southeastern Afghanistan. The disaster has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries and has left hundreds of thousands displaced. This field mission comes as part of Qatar Charity’s preparations to implement its emergency relief interventions, in response to the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian conditions in the affected areas, particularly in Kuner and surrounding provinces. Following his participation in the field visit to the earthquake-affected Kuner Province, Mr. Mumin Shah, Qatar Charity’s representative in Afghanistan, stated: “We witnessed overwhelming destruction and immense human suffering. Entire villages were cut off due to landslides and aftershocks, with significant casualties. We observed continuous tremors and landslides during our visits.” He added: “From both air and ground, we saw widespread devastation, collapsed homes, and displaced communities. Families sat beside the rubble of their homes in mourning, while survivors struggled to cope with severe shortages of food, water, and medical care. We observed families taking their children in hands towards the settled area for seeking shelter and protection.” In light of the scale of the crisis, Qatar Charity is currently preparing to launch emergency relief efforts expected to include emergency medical care, safe drinking water, temporary shelters, and food baskets, along with sanitation facilities in declared camps. According to the latest official reports, the death toll has risen to 2,205, while the number of injured has exceeded 3,700, following the 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck southeastern Afghanistan. The disaster has caused extensive damage to thousands of homes, particularly in Kuner Province and surrounding areas, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in what is considered one of the most devastating natural disasters the country has witnessed in recent years.
08/09/2025 More details  
Distributed by Qatar Charity as part of the "Education 2025" initiative Qatari aid brings joy to Djibouti students
In conjunction with the 'Education 2025' initiative launched by Qatar Charity to enhance the quality of education and expand access to it in crisis areas and communities in need, and with the support of Qatari people, Qatar Charity launched a series of educational projects in Djibouti at the start of the new school year. These projects benefited more than 100 male and female students in the areas of Ali Sabieh Province and the capital, Djibouti. These projects included the distribution of school uniforms, bags, books, and school supplies, in addition to the delivery of bicycles to students facing difficulties in reaching their schools. They also provided a year-long school feeding program, with the aim of improving the learning environment, alleviating the burden on needy families, and reducing school dropout rates. This initiative was widely welcomed by families and residents of the beneficiary areas, who expressed their happiness with this assistance, which alleviated their financial burdens and enabled their children to continue their education. Mr. Mohamed Moussa, Chairman of the Basic Education Committee at the Ministry of Education in Djibouti, emphasized the importance of these projects in supporting students' attendance and providing a suitable learning environment. He praised the effective role played by Qatari aid in supporting the education sector in Djibouti. Student Ian Barkhad Ismail said, 'The school uniform and bag made me feel ready and excited to go to school from the first day of school, like the rest of my classmates.' Mohamed Omar Ismail expressed his gratitude for receiving a bicycle, saying, 'I used to face great difficulty getting to school, but now the road is much easier.' Hawa Abdallah Farah, a beneficiary of the feeding program, added, 'The meals help us concentrate better in class, and I feel more energetic and motivated to complete my lessons.' Supporting the Initiative The distribution of these educational aids coincides with the 'Education 2025' initiative, recently launched by Qatar Charity. The initiative aims to empower children in vulnerable communities to realize their right to education by providing a safe and inclusive learning environment and providing students with the necessary support. Qatar Charity takes this opportunity to urge philanthropists to continue their support for the initiative to reach the largest possible number of beneficiary students. Donations can be made to the initiative through the link on the initiative's page on the Qatar Charity website and app: https://qch.qa/education.
07/09/2025 More details  

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