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Qatar Charity and Islamic Relief Worldwide Sign Strategic Agreement

Qatar Charity and Islamic Relief Worldwide have signed a strategic agreement to enhance their joint cooperation in providing humanitarian assistance and their efforts in the field of sustainable development and peacebuilding around the world. The agreement was signed by Mr. Nawaf Al-Hammadi, Assistant CEO for International Operations at Qatar Charity, and Mr. Adnan Hafiz, Director of Network Development and Resources at Islamic Relief Worldwide in the United Kingdom. The agreement emphasizes the commitment of both parties to their joint humanitarian and developmental efforts aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the national priorities of the countries benefiting from their joint projects in areas such as education, health, water and sanitation, food security, economic empowerment, child protection, and social welfare. The aim is to contribute to achieving a decent life for vulnerable groups worldwide, enhancing comprehensive and sustainable development for needy communities, fostering peace and social cohesion, and alleviating the suffering of displaced persons, refugees, and those affected by humanitarian crises while helping them secure their basic rights. Additionally, the agreement underscores the importance of involving local communities in planning and evaluating the joint projects, prioritizing the needs of local populations, and ensuring the sustainability of these projects, while also aligning their humanitarian and developmental interventions with climate action. Through this partnership, Qatar Charity and Islamic Relief Worldwide aim to enhance their reach to disaster- and crisis-affected countries and those suffering from poverty, implementing projects that make an impact in humanitarian and developmental fields. Mr. Nawaf Al-Hammadi, Assistant CEO for International Operations, stated: 'By signing this framework agreement, we aim to enhance our joint cooperation with Islamic Relief Worldwide to achieve a greater impact in the communities we serve through joint projects, leveraging the accumulated expertise, resources, and capabilities of both institutions to bring about change in the lives of those in need and instill hope for a better future.'

21/10/2024

Grand Bargain Annual Meeting 16-17 October 2024 - QATAR CHARITY STATEMENT
As we approach the tenth anniversary of the Grand Bargain, we extend our thanks and congratulations to all signatories for their efforts to implement the commitments of the Charter over the past decade. Qatar Charity is honored to participate in the Grand Bargain Annual Meeting and to contribute to the ongoing dialogue on shaping the future of international humanitarian aid. We remain committed to supporting a humanitarian framework that is more responsive, more inclusive, and, above all, more local. We recognize the significant challenges faced by the international community in achieving the Grand Bargain's localization goals, particularly in light of the increasing humanitarian financing gap. As we approach the tenth year, it is clear that while progress has been made, much remains to be done. The transformative vision established ten years ago has yet to be fully realized. Therefore, a renewed collective effort is necessary to place people at the center of humanitarian action and empower those closest to crises to take leadership roles in response efforts. Since the World Humanitarian Summit in 2016, Qatar Charity has consistently allocated 30% of its spending to local organizations addressing the needs of their communities, exceeding the Grand Bargain target. We believe that empowering local organizations is essential to building strong local responses. To achieve this, we are committed to long-term capacity strengthening, enabling these organizations to meet international donor requirements and receive direct funding. In alignment with this commitment, Qatar Charity has launched the 'Ma’een' initiative. Developed in collaboration with the Doha Institute for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies and other international organizations, this initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of local organizations and enable them to attract flexible and sustained international funding. Furthermore, Qatar Charity is announcing its decision to become a signatory of the Grand Bargain. This commitment will foster enhanced cooperation and accountability. With over four decades of experience in humanitarian and developmental work, particularly in regions affected by crises and natural disasters, Qatar Charity has learned that lasting solutions are only possible by strengthening the leadership and capacity of those on the front lines. We look forward to utilizing this expertise to contribute meaningfully to the collective effort of transforming humanitarian aid. As we move forward, Qatar Charity calls on all stakeholders to reflect on the commitments made during the 2016 World Humanitarian Summit, not only as a matter of accountability but as a matter of urgency. The momentum of the Grand Bargain must not be allowed to fade into missed opportunities and unmet promises. The stakes are simply too high.
20/10/2024 More details  
Qatar Charity inaugurates multi-facility village in Ghana
Qatar Charity (QC), with the support of generous donors in Qatar, has inaugurated the ‘Love and Peace Village’ in Ghana. This village, which includes multiple service facilities, was established as part of Qatar Charity’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable development and address the needs of the most vulnerable groups in the areas of healthcare, education, and economic empowerment. The ‘Love and Peace Village’, established in Kissi in the Central Region, includes two schools, each consisting of six classrooms, designed to provide ample space for students. Additionally, it features a three-story residential building to house students and orphans, offering them a safe and supportive living environment. To support the community's health needs, the village also includes a clinic, which will be managed by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and upgraded to a health center. Additionally, it features a mosque equipped with all the necessary amenities for prayer, along with four new wells to ensure access to clean water for all beneficiaries. Over 40 houses have been constructed to accommodate healthcare workers and educators, ensuring stability among medical and educational staff and enabling the village's services to be fully staffed and operational. Economic Empowerment Economic empowerment projects are a central focus of the ‘Love and Peace Village’, which promotes food security and sustainable agricultural practices. The village also offers additional projects, such as tricycle services and a bakery, providing the residents opportunities for income generation and self- reliance. Mr. Hasan Owda, Director of Qatar Charity's Office in Ghana, explained that the ‘Love and Peace Village’ serves as a model of sustainable community building, with its comprehensive approach to addressing the educational, economic, religious, and healthcare needs of the people in Kissi in the Central region. He added that this initiative supports Ghana’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that areas like Kissi have the tools and resources necessary to thrive. Mr. Martin Sumani Baaku, Director of Health in Kissi, expressed his gratitude for the healthcare facility, acknowledging Qatar Charity's efforts in supporting Ghana's health sector. Several residents expressed their happiness with the provided facilities and services. Previous Projects The inauguration of the ‘Love and Peace Village’ comes just a month after Qatar Charity launched a series of development projects in Ghana. The projects included the opening of a multi-service center in Inswanu in the Eastern Region, an orphanage and school in the Prampram district, and the opening of the Dar Al Salam Model Village.
17/10/2024 More details  
Five Years of Success for a Food Project in Northern Syria
This year, Qatar Charity celebrates World Food Day under the slogan ' Right to Food for a Better Life and a better Future.' The 'Supporting the Wheat Value Chain' project in northwestern Syria, launched in 2019 in partnership with the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), is one of the leading initiatives worldwide to enhance food security. The project was designed to support and build the resilience of communities affected in northwestern Syria through a range of sustainable interventions, supporting wheat production from seed to bread. It encompasses various stages, including the establishment of seed multiplication stations to support the production and restoration of pure Syrian wheat seed varieties, providing farmers with agricultural inputs, rehabilitating grain storage facilities, and supplying new mills with a production capacity of 50 tons per day. The initiative also involves renewing mill buildings, creating flour storage facilities, rehabilitating bakeries, and providing new bakery lines for bread production, as well as purchasing wheat directly from farmers to encourage them to cultivate and produce wheat, contributing to local production and food security. Wheat is stored in silos, ground into flour, and then baked and distributed for free or at subsidized prices to the most vulnerable groups in camps, villages, and towns hosting internally displaced persons. Pioneering Achievements The project has achieved several milestones in northwestern Syria, including the establishment of three seed multiplication stations for local Syrian wheat seeds and the rehabilitation of three grain silos, each containing 36 storage cells with a capacity of up to 1,000 tons. Additionally, two mills with a production capacity of 50 tons per day were installed in Mare' and Al-Ra'i, and 1,124 wheat farmers were supported to cultivate one hectare each with agricultural inputs, resulting in the cultivation of 1,124 hectares and the production of 4,500 tons of wheat. Furthermore, 7,749 tons of wheat were purchased directly from farmers for milling, encouraging the marketing and cultivation of wheat in the targeted area. Approximately 8.28 million loaves of bread were distributed to the host community and displaced persons in northern Syria, along with the provision of two automated bakeries (bread production lines) with a capacity of 5,000 loaves per hour. It is noteworthy that Qatar Charity is seeking funding for the sixth phase of this project and is looking for ongoing funding due to its significant importance in supporting the resilience of displaced persons and farmers by economically empowering them. The sixth-year plan focuses on expanding support and building resilience within local communities through new activities targeting climate change and enhancing the role of women in rural areas in wheat-related products. Additionally, agricultural machinery will be provided to farmers and local institutions operating in the region to address climate change challenges.
17/10/2024 More details  

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