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Launch of the Qatari Air Bridge to Gaza for the Delivery of Vital Medical Aid and Supplies

As part of its ongoing and unwavering support for the Palestinian people, the State of Qatar has launched an air bridge from Jordan to the Gaza Strip to address the urgent humanitarian and medical needs of the population, who are enduring extremely difficult conditions. This initiative follows the land bridge Qatar established earlier. The event was attended by senior officials, including Her Excellency Mrs. Mariam bint Ali Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation; His Excellency Sheikh Saud bin Nasser Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Jordan; Mr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity; and representatives from the Qatar Development Fund and Qatar Red Crescent. This reflects Qatar's deep and ongoing commitment to humanitarian support for the people of Gaza. Her Excellency the Minister of State for International Cooperation also attended the signing of an agreement between Qatar Charity and the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization to facilitate the entry of Qatari humanitarian aid. The agreement ensures cooperation between both parties in the safe and organized transportation and distribution of aid. The delivery of this aid is timely, as the Gaza Strip is experiencing a severe health crisis due to a critical shortage of medicines and medical supplies. Statistics indicate that many hospitals and healthcare centers in Gaza are struggling to provide adequate care due to significant shortages of essential medications and supplies. The sector faces a deficit of up to 49.6% in essential medicines and 33% in necessary medical supplies, placing immense pressure on healthcare workers who are already operating under extremely challenging conditions. This initiative will play a key role in stabilizing the healthcare situation by improving patient care, reducing the spread of epidemics and infectious diseases, and ensuring the availability of essential medications, particularly antibiotics. Furthermore, it will enhance the capacity of hospitals and healthcare centers to provide more efficient and effective care, alleviating the burden on medical staff. In addition to medicines, the provision of tents will significantly boost Qatar Charity’s ability to assist families who have lost their homes due to the ongoing attacks, providing them with temporary shelter in a safe environment until conditions improve. On this occasion, Her Excellency Mrs. Mariam bint Ali Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation, stated: 'Since the beginning of the truce, Qatar has delivered 65 trucks of humanitarian aid through the Jordanian border. Today, we are witnessing the launch of two helicopter flights carrying vital medical supplies to northern Khan Younis.' She emphasized that this aid is part of the ongoing collaboration between the Qatar Development Fund, Qatar Charity, and Qatar Red Crescent. Her Excellency further added that Qatar has provided 20,000 tents, which were shipped via a land bridge from Qatar to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Efforts are now underway, in cooperation with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, to distribute them to those in need in northern Gaza. Mr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, also commented: 'Following the establishment of the joint committee for Qatari aid to Gaza, which includes representatives from the Qatar Development Fund, Qatar Charity, and Qatar Red Crescent, Qatar Charity has been entrusted with managing the delivery of aid. Today, we are at King Abdullah Airbase in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to initiate the delivery of essential medical supplies to Gaza via the Jordanian air bridge. We are also launching land convoys through the Jordanian corridor, in partnership with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization, which will include tents for sheltering families in Gaza. In parallel, and to effectively manage and organize the expected aid, we have secured a 4,000-square-meter storage facility for Qatari aid, including 1,000 square meters of refrigerated space, in partnership with the Military Consumer Corporation.'

04/02/2025

Qatar Charity's Projects in 2024 Support 600,000 Somalis
With the support of the generous people of Qatar, Qatar Charity’s office in Somalia was able to implement around 300 humanitarian and development projects in 2024, with a total value exceeding 40 million Qatari riyals, benefiting more than 600,000 people across various regions. The office also signed several cooperation and partnership agreements with UN and international organizations and relevant government bodies, which contributed to coordinating efforts and enhancing the impact of its projects and aid. The implemented projects covered sectors such as water and sanitation, food security, health, education, social welfare, economic empowerment, and social housing. These efforts were part of Qatar Charity's comprehensive response to address the humanitarian challenges caused by the ongoing crises in Somalia, including providing humanitarian aid and rehabilitating infrastructure amid the successive disasters of drought, floods, and conflicts. In 2024, Somalia witnessed several humanitarian crises that severely affected the lives of millions of citizens, including severe droughts that destroyed crops and caused livestock losses. Additionally, floods impacted several regions due to the El Niño phenomenon, leading to destruction of properties and infrastructure. Meanwhile, ongoing conflict continued to threaten the country’s stability. Water and Sanitation The persistent drought led to a severe shortage of clean water, making this sector one of Qatar Charity's priorities in 2024. A total of 78 projects were implemented, costing 10.3 million Qatari riyals, benefiting over 140,000 people. These projects included drilling and equipping deep and shallow wells, as well as implementing sanitation projects for affected communities, which helped improve the quality of life and reduce waterborne diseases. Food Security In response to the escalating food crisis in Somalia, Qatar Charity carried out 84 projects with a total cost of approximately 8.6 million Qatari riyals. These projects included distributing food baskets to families affected by drought and conflict, providing comprehensive relief to displaced families, and supporting livestock farming, agriculture, and fishing boat projects. These initiatives helped provide sustainable livelihoods, especially in rural areas severely impacted by natural disasters, benefiting more than 300,000 people. Health and Nutrition Qatar Charity was committed to providing integrated healthcare support to those affected by disasters and crises. It implemented 16 projects costing 3.5 million Qatari riyals, benefiting over 58,000 people. The projects included the construction and equipping of health centers, as well as the implementation of comprehensive health programs, including blindness prevention, treatment of non-communicable diseases, and the treatment of severe malnutrition in children. Education Qatar Charity is one of the leading organizations supporting the education sector in Somalia. In 2024, it implemented 36 projects, costing over 5 million Qatari riyals, benefiting 3,906 people. These projects included building schools, equipping classrooms, providing educational supplies, and constructing Quran memorization centers and mosques in several regions. Economic Empowerment Qatar Charity implemented 73 projects in economic empowerment, with a total cost of around 2.5 million Qatari riyals, benefiting 1,944 people. These projects supported small and medium enterprises in trade, transportation, and crafts, and provided training opportunities for youth in various skills and trades, helping provide stable income for the beneficiaries. Social Housing Three social housing projects were carried out to provide safe shelter for families affected by conflict and disasters, with a total cost of 231,801 Qatari riyals, benefiting 18 people. Social Welfare (Sponsorships) Qatar Charity sponsors 22,786 orphans, needy families, students, people with disabilities, and teachers. The sponsored individuals received monthly financial support, and both the sponsored and their families benefited from 12,370 food baskets and the Eid clothing project, which assisted 74,220 people. The total cost of sponsorships and related projects amounted to 10.3 million Qatari riyals, benefiting more than 97,000 people. Agreements and Partnerships In 2024, Qatar Charity's office signed an agreement with UNICEF in the fields of nutrition and livelihoods, and another agreement with the World Food Program to enhance food security for those affected by crises. It also signed agreements with the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SODMA) and health-related agreements with the Banadir Region, the Banadir Government Hospital, and the Ministry of Health in the Galmudug State.
03/02/2025 More details  
Nearly 1 million beneficiaries of Qatar Charity’s 2024 projects in Pakistan
In 2024, Qatar Charity (QC), through its office in Pakistan, implemented 1,805 projects across the country, including Pakistan-administered Jammu & Kashmir, benefiting 992,303 people. These projects focused on water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), relief assistance, education, health, development, economic empowerment, and social care (sponsorships). Relief Aid Qatar Charity implemented 4 relief projects that benefited 71,750 people affected by harsh weather in Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Jammu and Kashmir. These projected included the distribution of winter aid kits and dry food packages. WASH Qatar Charity's Pakistan office carried out 1,325 WASH projects, benefiting 194,449 vulnerable people across Punjab, Sindh, KP, Balochistan, and Pakistan-administered Jammu & Kashmir. These projects addressed critical water shortages by digging boreholes with hand and solar pumps, establishing gravity flow schemes, and constructing water ponds. They also included building toilets and handwashing facilities, along with providing pressure pumps and water storage tanks. Economic Empowerment: Qatar Charity implemented 337 income-generating projects, benefiting 2,359 individuals. These projects included welding, carpentry, tailoring, bakeries, and grocery shops, and provided resources such as sewing machines, rickshaws, and livestock (goats, poultry, and cows). Education: Qatar Charity implemented 23 education projects in Punjab, Sindh, and KP, by providing school supplies to nearly 700 children. Health: Qatar Charity implemented 30 health projects in Punjab, KP, and Sindh, benefiting 2,126 individuals. These projects provided medical equipment, wheelchairs, health center renovations, hearing devices, and treatment support for conditions like cataracts, cleft lips, and chronic diseases, in addition to conducting open-heart surgeries. Development Projects: Qatar Charity implemented 57 development projects to benefit 33,703 beneficiaries in Sindh, KP, and Punjab. 18 housing projects were implemented to benefit 203 beneficiaries including the flood victims in Punjab, Sindh, and KP. Qatar Charity also constructed 39 mosques, benefiting 33,500 people. Social Care (Sponsorships) The number of those sponsored through Qatar Charity’s ‘Rofaqa’ initiative reached 11,884, including 10,904 orphans, 362 needy families, 281 people with special needs, and 337 higher education students. Qatar Charity also implemented 20 wedding projects to support 20 orphaned girls with wedding expenses. Seasonal Projects During Ramadan, Qatar Charity implemented 4 seasonal projects such as Eid gifts, Ramadan Project, Zakat ul Fitr, and Udhaya Projects in KP, Punjab, Sindh, and Kashmir, benefitting 41,812 people, including flood victims and orphans. In Partnership with UN Agencies Qatar Charity’s Pakistan office in, in collaboration with UNICEF and the World Food Programme (WFP), implemented 5 projects to improve access to lifesaving services in the Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan regions, benefiting 633,500 people. These projects include improving water and sanitation services for Afghan refugees, child nutrition, and strengthening disaster preparedness.
02/02/2025 More details  
Qatar Charity Inaugurates the City of Hope in Syria
Her Excellency Ms. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, inaugurated the City of Hope in northern Syria. The ceremony was attended by a distinguished delegation from Qatar Charity, led by CEO Mr. Youssef bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari. Also present at the event were Mr. Munir Karal oglu, Deputy Minister of the Turkish Ministry of the Interior, Mr. Durmuş Aydın, Secretary-General of the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH), and Ms. Fatma Şahin, Mayor of Gaziantep. A Pioneering Project The City of Hope, established in northern Syria, is a major collaboration between Qatar Charity and the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH). This ambitious project aims to provide safe and dignified housing for displaced families and is part of Qatar Charity’s continuous efforts to address the housing needs of crisis-affected communities. The city comprises 1,400 fully equipped homes, providing shelter for over 8,800 people, and includes essential services such as schools, markets, a health center, and a mosque. It represents a significant improvement for families who have endured years in refugee tents, offering them secure homes that safeguard their dignity and well-being. Smooth Transition for Displaced Families The process of relocating displaced families from refugee camps in northern Syria to the City of Hope has begun, with the aim of offering them a safe and stable environment after enduring years of difficult living conditions. The transition will take place over several days to ensure an organized and smooth move for families into their new homes, providing them with a refuge that alleviates their suffering and restores stability and dignity to their lives. Support from the Qatari People This transformative project is made possible through the generous support of the Qatari people, whose contributions have provided these displaced families with much-needed shelter, easing their hardships and helping them find stability beyond the camps. On the occasion, Her Excellency Ms. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minister of State for International Cooperation, remarked: 'It is a great honor for us to be here today with our Syrian brothers and sisters to witness the inauguration of the City of Hope. This project reflects the spirit of solidarity and generosity that has long defined the fraternal ties between Qatar and Syria. The State of Qatar, under the leadership of His Highness the Amir, has always been at the forefront of supporting our Syrian brothers and sisters.' She emphasized that the City of Hope is not just a housing project, but a symbol of hope and a means to rebuild dignified lives for communities that have suffered immensely. Her Excellency also expressed gratitude to Qatar Charity and the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation for their instrumental roles in bringing this vital project to life. Mr. Youssef bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, stated: 'It is a great privilege for me to stand here today and witness the inauguration of the City of Hope in northern Syria, in the town of Soran, Aleppo Governorate. This project is a precious gift from the people of Qatar to their displaced Syrian brothers and sisters, who have endured the hardships of war and displacement.' He continued: 'Today, we see the impact of this project in the smiles of the children, the stability it brings to the families, and the opportunities it provides for a new life filled with hope and promise.' Mr. Al-Kuwari expressed his gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this grand initiative, starting with the generous donors in Qatar, the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH), the relevant Turkish and Syrian government authorities, and the dedicated teams who worked tirelessly to turn this project from a dream into reality. Mr. Munir Karaloglu, Deputy Minister of the Turkish Ministry of the Interior, said: 'More than 821,500 Syrians who spent part of their lives in Turkey have now returned home. We hope that our brotherly relationship with our Syrian neighbors continues to grow stronger.' He added: 'We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Qatar Charity, the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation, and everyone who contributed to the success of this groundbreaking project.' Mr. Durmuş Aydın, Secretary-General of the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH), said: 'We are filled with joy to see this comprehensive project come to fruition. Our longstanding partnership with Qatar Charity is a shining example of solidarity and cooperation. Through the initiatives we’ve undertaken together, we have been a source of hope to many, improving their lives and providing sustainable solutions for the Syrian people. The City of Hope is not just a housing project—it is a revival of dignity and a step toward rebuilding lives.' Joy of the Beneficiaries The beneficiaries of the project expressed immense joy and relief as they moved into their new homes after enduring years of hardship in tents. Umm Hassan, a beneficiary, shared: 'Praise be to God, after ten years of patience, we have been blessed. We lived in difficult conditions, and just yesterday, the rain flooded our kitchen and damaged some of our belongings. But today, we have moved into the City of Hope and settled into our new homes, which has filled our hearts with happiness. We are deeply grateful to the people of Qatar and Qatar Charity for their continuous support.' Mr. Abu Ghassan, another beneficiary, said: 'We suffered immensely over the past ten years—enduring cold, rain, and constant difficulties. Our greatest wish was to have a house that would protect our family. Thank God, today that dream has come true. We thank Qatar Charity for their unwavering support. May Allah bless you for the shelter and hope you’ve provided to us.'
30/01/2025 More details  

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