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Qatar Charity empowers Somali special needs community with new initiative

Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a humanitarian initiative in Somalia aimed at enhancing the inclusion and independence of individuals with special needs. The initiative aligns with the organization’s ongoing commitment to empowering persons with special needs and comes ahead of the Second World Summit for Social Development, scheduled to take place in Doha from November 4–6, 2025. Funded by the generous contributions of donors in Qatar, the initiative involved the distribution of assistive devices, including eyeglasses, hearing aids, white canes for the visually impaired, and audio Qur’ans. A total of 136 individuals with visual and hearing impairments benefited from this support, reflecting Qatar Charity’s deep-rooted humanitarian and developmental engagement in Somalia. Mr. Mohamed Osman Saleh, Social Welfare Coordinator at Qatar Charity’s Somalia Office, commented: “This initiative is part of our ongoing programs to support persons with special needs by providing them with tools that enhance their opportunities for learning and social integration. At Qatar Charity, we believe that investing in people is the highest form of development.” Earlier this year, Qatar Charity delivered 700 wheelchairs—both manual and electric—to support mobility for persons with special needs across Somalia. The organization provided monthly financial assistance to 192 individuals with special needs in Somalia, as part of its broader efforts to promote inclusive and sustainable social development.

29/10/2025

Qatar Charity launches a project to protect children in Syria
With generous support from Qatari people, Qatar Charity continues its humanitarian efforts to support the most vulnerable groups in northern Syria. It launched the 'Our Children's Safety' project in partnership with the Syrian Forum in Azaz City. The project aims to enhance the protection of children affected by crises and provide a safe and supportive environment for them and their families. The project's launch coincides with the upcoming Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha next week. The topics to be discussed include comprehensive policies that promote fair opportunities for all and accelerate efforts towards social inclusion. Project Activities The project benefits more than 3,900 children, families, and caregivers annually through a range of integrated activities, including psychosocial support sessions, awareness programs on child protection issues, and training sessions for mothers and fathers, in addition to providing case management services for children most at risk. The project also includes the implementation of a 'Learning Through Play' program to enhance children's social and emotional skills and support the integration of children with disabilities. It also aims to improve the readiness of the Child Protection Center in Azaz and provide the necessary equipment to ensure the continuation of high-quality services. An Urgent Need Mr. Mohammed Barakat, Deputy Director of Social Affairs and Labor in Aleppo, stated during the opening ceremony: 'This program is very important at this stage, especially since children are exposed to various risks, such as the remnants and effects of war, the loss of parents, and possibly the loss of a breadwinner. Affected cases are in dire need of such centers that compensate for what they lost during the past years of war. Many thanks to Qatar Charity, the Syrian Forum, and the generous supporters in Qatar for establishing such centers.' For his part, Mr. Karam Ali, Director of Qatar Charity's office in Turkey, commented on the launch of the project, saying, 'It comes within Qatar Charity's strategy aimed at protecting children's rights and improving their psychological and social well-being in crisis areas, in line with its humanitarian principles of childcare and mitigating the impact of conflict on communities.' He thanked the charitable people of Qatar for supporting this vital and important project.
29/10/2025 More details  
Qatar Charity empowers Pakistan’s technical graduates with income-generating projects
Qatar Charity (QC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Technical Education and Vocational Training Authority (TEVTA), a government department in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), to support skilled graduates in establishing sustainable livelihoods. This collaboration aims to equip young people with the tools and resources needed for income generation, thereby strengthening economic resilience across the province. The MoU was formally signed by Mr. Waqas Halim, Program Manager at Qatar Charity’s Pakistan office, and Engineer Nasrullah Khan, Principal of TEVTA. As part of the initiative, Qatar Charity distributed income-generating equipment to 48 TEVTA graduates during a handover ceremony. The support package included 40 sewing machines, 4 tailoring shop setups, 2 electrical shops, an auto rickshaw, and a beauty salon, enabling both male and female beneficiaries to launch small businesses and contribute productively to their communities. Government officials praised the partnership. Mr. Tufail Anjum, Minister for Technical Education, KP, commended Qatar Charity’s efforts, stating: “Qatar Charity’s interventions in KP are highly commendable. I encourage the organization to expand its initiatives to provide such economic growth opportunities aimed empowering more youth across the province and strengthening our economy.” Engineer Nasrullah Khan, Principal of TEVTA, added: “This partnership with Qatar Charity is a significant step toward enhancing the economic prospects of skilled youth. Together, we are uplifting vulnerable communities and providing hope for a better future.” Mr. Waqas Halim, Program Manager at Qatar Charity’s Pakistan office, emphasized the broader impact of the initiative. “Pakistan faces pressing challenges such as economic instability and climate change. Through this collaboration with TEVTA, we are equipping youth with the training and resources they need to generate income, build resilience, and support their families with dignity,” he said. Beneficiaries shared inspiring stories of transformation. Ms. Sidra Bibi, a certified beautician, said: “With Qatar Charity’s support, I have received a complete beauty salon setup. My dream of starting my own business has come true.” Mr. Mudassar Shah, an electrician graduate, expressed: “I was worried about starting my own business after my course, but Qatar Charity provided me with a complete toolset. Now, I can open my own shop and support my family.” Mr. Mohsin Khan, a rickshaw recipient, shared: “Qatar Charity’s auto rickshaw will help me earn a living and ensure my children can attend school regularly. It’s a huge relief for my family.”
23/10/2025 More details  
Qatar Charity Announces an Additional $16 Million for Humanitarian Support in Gaza
Qatar Charity participated in a high-level event held in Cairo on October 20, highlighting joint Qatari Egyptian efforts to support the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, within the framework of ongoing humanitarian partnerships between the two countries. The event was attended by Her Excellency Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Minister of International Cooperation of the State of Qatar, and Her Excellency Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The gathering also witnessed wide participation from numerous charitable and development organizations, including Qatar Charity, the Qatar Fund for Development, alongside representatives from international agencies and humanitarian partners. Additional Humanitarian Assistance On this occasion, Qatar Charity’s CEO, Mr. Yousef bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, announced the allocation of an additional $16 million for humanitarian interventions in Gaza. Mr. Al-Kuwari emphasized that this support is intended to expand emergency assistance operations across Gaza, covering essential sectors such as food, water, healthcare, and shelter for civilians affected by the ongoing conflict. This additional allocation raises Qatar Charity’s total contribution to Gaza to $142 million. He affirmed Qatar Charity’s steadfast commitment to supporting the Palestinian people in Gaza and enhancing urgent humanitarian responses to meet the basic needs of affected families. Joint Coordination Qatar Charity reaffirmed its commitment to close cooperation with the relevant authorities in Egypt, United Nations agencies, and partner organizations to expedite logistics, monitor distribution, and ensure effective delivery of aid. Authorities have also undertaken the necessary diplomatic and operational measures to remove obstacles to aid delivery and facilitate the passage of humanitarian shipments. In this context, Mr. Al-Kuwari stated: “Our continued dedication to delivering lifesaving assistance has enabled us, over the past week, to transport more than 16,694 tents to Gaza via the land bridge between Doha and Al-Arish. In addition, 29,000 tents have been shipped by sea to the Port of Port Said, bringing the total number of tents provided through Qatar’s humanitarian efforts, coordinated via Egyptian logistics, to 75,264 by mid-November.” He also expressed his sincere gratitude to Her Excellency Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad and Her Excellency Dr. Maya Morsi for their generous support and collaboration in facilitating humanitarian efforts in Gaza initiatives that positively impact thousands of families and strengthen the spirit of solidarity between the two brotherly nations. These efforts form part of ongoing Qatari initiatives via the Qatar Humanitarian Land Bridge, coordinated with Egypt and Jordan, delivering tens of thousands of tents, blankets, cooking utensils, food, medical supplies, and drinking water to address the urgent needs of hundreds of thousands of displaced people in Gaza. These initiatives also include an additional $20 million in support to meet critical humanitarian needs.
22/10/2025 More details  

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