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Delegation from Qatar Charity and Qatar University visits Jordan

A joint delegation from Qatar Charity (QC) and Qatar University (QU) recently visited the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, as part of the ongoing second edition of the “Preparing Youth Leadership in the Field of Humanitarian and Development Work” program. The visit came to observe humanitarian and development projects implemented by Qatar Charity in the country. Led by Mr. Abdulrahman Mohammad al-Hajri, director of the Programs and Community Development Department at Qatar Charity, and Mr. Abdullah Al-Mulla, Director of QU’s Student Activities Department, the delegation included several QU students. The visit aims to provide the participants with firsthand experience in the field of humanitarian and development work. They had the opportunity to engage directly in humanitarian activities, observe key relief and development programs, and understand the interventions for refugees and the most vulnerable groups in Jordanian society, in addition to deepening their understanding of field operations through a workshop at Qatar Charity’s Jordan office. The delegation, which also included 20 students, both male and female, paid visits to Qatar Charity’s various projects, as well as to the King Hussein Cancer Center, the Al-Aman Fund for the Future of Orphans, and the Azraq Refugee Camp, where they observed the services provided to refugees. Additionally, they visited the Qatar Charity Health Center in the Zaatari Refugee Camp, where delegation members actively participated in distributing aid to the refugees. During the visit, His Excellency Sheikh Saud bin Nasser bin Jassim Al Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, welcomed the delegation, in the presence of Dr. Hussein Al-Shibli, JHCO Secretary General, and Mr. Saleh Al-Marri, General Supervisor of Qatar Charity’s office in Jordan. The program “Preparing Youth Leadership in the Field of Humanitarian and Development Work”, now in its second edition launched in partnership with Qatar University at the start of last month, aims to build the capacities of young people and enhance their skills in understanding humanitarian work. The program seeks to increase their sense of responsibility towards their nation and the world. Additionally, it focuses on promoting the concept of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the role of charitable work in achieving them. Prior to the visit to Jordan, the program included a series of training workshops covering topics such as the values of volunteer work, Qatar Charity’s theory of change, social responsibility and charitable work, risk and humanitarian crisis management, international humanitarian law, the international humanitarian system, human resources in charity work, and many other topics. Participants in the program are tasked with designing humanitarian projects that will be approved by Qatar Charity and prepared for implementation. A closing ceremony is anticipated soon, during which the three winning projects will be announced

14/08/2024

Qatar Charity’s Jordan office dispatches vital aid to Gaza
Qatar Charity (QC), through its office in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, has delivered 21,500 food parcels to those in need. The aid, which is part of Qatar Charity’s ongoing humanitarian efforts in Gaza, was provided via 39 convoys in collaboration with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO). The aid is expected to benefit around 100,000 persons, with each parcel sufficient to support a family for a full month. Mr. Mana Mohammed Al-Ansari, Director of the Emergency and Relief Department at Qatar Charity, participated in the aid delivery process, accompanied by Mr. Saleh Al-Marri, General Supervisor of Qatar Charity’s office in Jordan. In this context, Mr. Mana Mohammed Al-Ansari stated, “This aid is a continuation of Qatar Charity’s initiatives since the beginning of the war on Gaza. Our goal is to support our brothers and sisters in Gaza and alleviate their suffering by providing essential supplies such as food, medicine, and shelter.' Mr. Al-Ansari added, 'We reaffirm our steadfast support for the people of Gaza by providing all possible aid. We also appreciate JHCO’s efforts in delivering the aid to those in need.' It is worth mentioning that Qatar Charity’s office in Jordan has dispatched numerous aid shipments to Gaza since the onset of the current war. The total number of food parcels has reached approximately 40,000, along with nearly 15 tons of medicines and medical supplies.
13/08/2024 More details  
Qatar Charity enhances education for Bangladesh’s orphans with specialized teachers
Qatar Charity (QC) has recently appointed a group of specialized teachers in the orphan schools it supervises in Bangladesh. This is part of Qatar Charity's ongoing efforts to Provide High-Quality Education and comprehensive care for sponsored orphans, empowering them to build a bright future. The new teaching staff, consisting of 21 teachers, will implement a comprehensive plan designed to meet the diverse needs of sponsored students in the orphan schools of Bangladesh. Their educational approach combines traditional teaching methods with innovative techniques to enhance the learning process. The plan focuses on providing individualized attention to each sponsored orphan, along with offering interactive lessons and integrating technology to support learning. Each teacher will work to create a supportive and nurturing environment to foster both the academic and personal growth of the orphans. This initiative reflects Qatar Charity's commitment to addressing educational disparities and empowering orphaned children in Bangladesh. By investing in quality education and professional development for teachers, the organization aims to equip these students with the tools necessary to build a better future. The teachers expressed great enthusiasm for their role in improving the educational environment for the sponsored orphans, affirming their full readiness to work diligently in implementing the comprehensive educational plan. Nafees Bin Khair, an English teacher, stated, “I am happy to join this initiative and contribute to teaching these wonderful children. I believe that every student can excel with the right support and resources. I strive to create a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their abilities and achieve their aspirations.” Md Mozibul Haque, a teacher of Mathematics, added, 'This opportunity is incredibly rewarding. I am committed to using innovative teaching methods to make learning engaging and effective. I am dedicated to helping them succeed both academically and personally.' The students have shown great enthusiasm for this new initiative. Student Sayma said, 'With the new teachers, learning has become enjoyable and exciting. They use various methods that help us understand better.' Similarly, Nilufa, another student, commented, 'We are very grateful for the support we are receiving. The teachers are very kind and patient, and I can see improvements in my grades and my understanding of subjects.' Qatar Charity (QC), through its office in Dhaka, sponsors over 5,000 orphans across Bangladesh. The organization manages 13 orphanages equipped with numerous facilities, including schools and student dormitories. A total of 157 teachers are involved in imparting education to these orphaned children. This effort is part of Qatar Charity’s ‘Rofaqa’ initiative, which focuses on Sponsoring and Caring for Orphans and children worldwide, providing them with comprehensive care and support.
11/08/2024 More details  
Qatar Charity’s project mitigates heatwave impacts in Nepal
Qatar Charity (QC) implemented a heatwave resilience project in Nepal’s Banke, Bardiya, and Kailali districts, benefiting over 9,000 individuals from rural communities. The project, implemented with financial support from UK Aid and through START Fund Nepal, included distributing essential items to students to cope with heat waves, installing water coolers with UV filtration systems and ceiling fans in schools, providing food vouchers to daily wage workers, and supplying water coolers with UV filtration systems to local bodies' offices. Qatar Charity, through this project, aims to mitigate the impact of heatwaves on rural communities and enhance their resilience by organizing public awareness campaigns and addressing the needs of vulnerable populations. This project was implemented given the western Terai region of Nepal faced an unprecedented challenge with a severe heatwave this summer, causing temperatures to soar above 43 degrees Celsius. Under the project, essential items such as Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), glucose, water bottles, and umbrellas were distributed to 6,000 students. Additionally, 350 ceiling fans were provided to schools, water coolers with UV filtration systems were installed in schools and public institutions, and water ATMs were set up in the public places of Nepalgunj. The project also included distributing Free Clean Drinking Water to 6,272 people, including street vendors, local pedestrians, cart pullers, and daily wage workers. Moreover, essential items such as mosquito nets and umbrellas were distributed to 753 needy households including daily wage workers, along with food vouchers to meet the food and nutritional requirements as the extreme heat had limited their income opportunities. Qatar Charity also organized awareness sessions for communities about heat waves and the necessary preventive measures for self-protection and preparedness by disseminating IEC materials.
08/08/2024 More details  

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