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Qatar Charity prepares emergency relief for earthquake victims in northern Afghanistan

Qatar Charity (QC), as part of Qatar Aid, has announced plans to deliver urgent humanitarian assistance to families affected by the powerful earthquake that struck northern Afghanistan . The 6.3-magnitude quake claimed dozens of lives, injured hundreds, and displaced thousands of families across Samangan and Balkh provinces amid harsh winter conditions. The relief effort forms part of Qatar’s broader humanitarian commitment to support disaster-hit communities worldwide. Qatar Charity is coordinating with international and local partners to ensure a swift and effective response that addresses the most pressing needs. The upcoming intervention will prioritize the distribution of essential winter supplies to families who lost their homes to help them withstand harsh weather as winter approaches. Qatar Charity emphasized that this initiative underscores its commitment to alleviating human suffering and supporting vulnerable communities. The organization noted that its field teams are currently finalizing logistical arrangements in collaboration with local and international partners to ensure timely delivery of aid to the hardest-hit families. Qatar Charity reaffirmed its pledge to continue humanitarian and development assistance for the Afghan people, strengthening the resilience of communities affected by natural disasters and reflecting the values of solidarity and generosity that define the State of Qatar and its people. It is worth noting that, with the support of donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity carried out two relief interventions in recent months for families affected by the earthquake in southeastern Afghanistan. These efforts included the distribution of family tents, food baskets, and kitchen kits, helping meet urgent shelter and food needs and enhancing the ability of affected families to withstand difficult conditions.

10/11/2025

New Qatari aid Through Rafah includes 10,000 tents for Gaza
A new shipment of Qatari humanitarian aid arrived the Rafah border crossing, comprising 10,000 shelter tents loaded on 16 relief trucks for the people of Gaza. This initiative comes as part of Qatar’s ongoing relief efforts under the Qatari Humanitarian Bridge to support the Palestinian people amid the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. The aid package, provided by Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Charity (QC), and the Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), includes essential humanitarian supplies alongside the tents. This latest consignment builds on previous aid shipments delivered through the Qatari Land Humanitarian Bridge, underscoring the country’s rapid response to urgent needs and its unwavering commitment to easing civilian hardship. The move underscores Qatar’s steadfast support for the Palestinian cause and its continued provision of emergency relief in light of the severe conditions facing Gaza.
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Qatar Charity, OCHA host high-level panel on humanitarian accountability
Qatar Charity (QC), in partnership with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), organized a high-level panel discussion titled “Building a Shared Vision for Humanitarian Accountability” on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha from 4 to 6 November. Key Topics The session underscored the critical importance of enhancing accountability in humanitarian work. Discussions focused on resource-conscious humanitarian response, ensuring that limited aid reaches the most vulnerable through transparent, people-centered approaches that uphold dignity and address real needs. The panel also emphasized the centrality of localization, empowering local actors and communities to lead humanitarian action, as a cornerstone for trust, relevance, and sustainability. It further explored ways to integrate development efforts into humanitarian response to support recovery and resilience, paving the way for a dignified life through principled humanitarian action. This session took place at a pivotal moment, as the Humanitarian Impact Forum prepares for its first high-level meeting in 2026, which will be co-organized by Qatar Charity and OCHA. The forum seeks to redefine, measure, and achieve impact in humanitarian response. Opening Remarks The session opened with remarks from Mr. Yousuf bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, and Ms. Joyce Msuya, Assistant Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, United Nations. Mr. Al-Kuwari emphasized the urgency of the topic, stating: 'We gather at a time when the humanitarian landscape is facing unprecedented challenges. Crises are growing in number and complexity, while resources and trust are under increasing strain. In such circumstances, humanitarian accountability is no longer a principle, it is a collective responsibility that gives our work meaning and integrity.' He added that true impact begins by listening to the voices of those served—their hopes, priorities, and vision for a better future. 'Dignity is restored when people are not merely recipients of aid, but active partners in shaping it. This is the essence of our joint initiative—the Humanitarian Impact Forum—with UNOCHA.' He described the forum as a space for reflection and renewal, where success is measured not by the scale of projects, but by the depth of change in people’s lives. This vision is anchored in three pillars: remaining accountable to affected communities, empowering local actors as leaders and partners, and building partnerships that inspire innovation and unite governments, organizations, and civil society around a shared purpose, which is humanity itself. He also highlighted Qatar’s leadership in promoting accountability, localization, and innovative partnerships in humanitarian work. Ms. Joyce Msuya, Assistant Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs and Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, United Nations, said: “We reaffirm our commitment at the United Nations to strengthening our partnership with Qatar Charity and supporting our shared vision that places people at the heart of humanitarian response. Qatar Charity has successfully transformed the deeply rooted culture of giving in Qatari society into tangible actions that make compassion drives both policy and delivery.” She stressed that accountability must remain central to humanitarian efforts to ensure aid is delivered efficiently and equitably. She noted Qatar’s leadership in humanitarian diplomacy, highlighting how its culture of giving is deeply embedded in everyday life and reflected in community practices, homes, and friendships. “This is the essence of solidarity we must embed globally,” she stated. Contributions The session featured a series of valuable contributions from prominent senior government officials and key leaders representing international humanitarian organizations. Their insights enriched the discussion and added depth to the topic of humanitarian accountability. Among them were Ms. Sarah Hunt, Policy Director, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Ireland, Dr. Amal Emam, CEO of the Egyptian Red Crescent, a.i, Mr. Raouf Mazou, Assistant High Commissioner for Operations at UNHCR; Ms. Inger Ashing, CEO of Save the Children International; and Mr. Hossain Ishrath Adib, Senior Director at BRAC. The session concluded with an interactive dialogue, where participants engaged in discussions around their understanding of accountability in humanitarian work and explored ways to make the humanitarian system more responsive to people’s needs. The panel was held at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) on the final day of the summit.
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Qatar Charity and IOM Sign New Agreement to Support Humanitarian Response
Qatar Charity (QC) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations related organization, signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha from November 4 to 6, 2025. The MoU aims to strengthen humanitarian and development cooperation and provide effective support for migrants and internally displaced persons (IDPs) worldwide. The MoU was signed by Mr. Yousuf bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, and Mr. Mohammed Abdiker, Chief of Staff of IOM. This strategic partnership seeks to reinforce institutional collaboration between the two organizations to enhance humanitarian response, protect migrants and IDPs globally, and develop sustainable solutions in these areas. The agreement focuses on program coordination, technical expertise exchange, joint advocacy efforts, capacity building for institutions and communities, and promoting international dialogue on migration issues. It also serves as a flexible framework for future implementation agreements based on shared priorities. Under the MoU, the parties will cooperate in key areas, including rapid emergency and displacement response, delivery of humanitarian assistance in health, nutrition, water, and sanitation, as well as protection of the most vulnerable through social welfare programs and integration of protection principles into humanitarian and development initiatives. On this occasion, Mr. Yousuf bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, CEO of Qatar Charity, stated: “Signing this MoU with IOM marks an important strategic step toward strengthening joint humanitarian action and expanding positive impact for the most vulnerable groups, particularly IDPs, migrants, and those affected by crises. We are committed to developing innovative programs and providing sustainable solutions in collaboration with our international partners to safeguard human dignity and achieve sustainable development for communities most in need.” For his part, Mr. Mohammed Abdiker, Chief of Staff of IOM, said: 'This partnership reflects our shared commitment to uphold the dignity and rights of every person affected by crisis,” said IOM Chief of Staff Mohammed Abdiker. “By combining our expertise, resources, and advocacy, we are building a stronger foundation for coordinated and effective humanitarian responses that reach those most in need.”
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