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Qatar Charity empowers women in Djibouti with income-generating projects

In a bid to promote social development and support vulnerable communities, Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a series of economic empowerment and food security projects in Djibouti, benefiting 250 low-income families. The initiative, supported by generous donors in Qatar, was implemented in coordination with the Ministry of Women and Family and the National Union of Djiboutian Women. The projects, inaugurated in conjunction with the Second World Summit for Social Development being held in Doha from November 4-6, aim to provide sustainable income sources for families. The income-generating projects include the distribution of 90 fruit and vegetable stalls, 40 bread carts, 40 sewing machines with vocational training, 40 agricultural equipment kits, and livestock for 40 families. Special focus was placed on empowering women, with 70 widows and literacy program graduates among the beneficiaries. These women now have opportunities to improve their income and continue their education, reflecting Qatar Charity’s commitment to inclusive development. Officials praised the initiative’s impact. Ms. Anissa Bahdon, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Women and Family, highlighted its role in helping families achieve self-reliance. Rokia, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Union of Djiboutian Women, described the project as a source of hope for mothers striving to build better futures. Ms. Ghada Ezzedine Ahmed, Country Director of Qatar Charity’s Djibouti office, expressed pride in the collaboration, affirming the organization’s dedication to sustainable development and economic empowerment. Beneficiaries shared heartfelt stories of transformation. Ms. Fatima Ali Hassan, who received a sewing machine, said she now produces and sells clothes to support her family. Ms. Halima Ahmed Ibrahim, who received a vegetable stall, described it as life-changing. Ms. Maryam Abdallah Farah, a literacy program graduate, said the project allowed her to learn and earn simultaneously.

05/11/2025

Qatar Charity highlights transformative stories of social development
Qatar Charity (QC) continues to lead in social development through its integrated programs and impactful initiatives. From orphan sponsorships under the “Rofaqa” program to economic empowerment and social inclusion projects, its efforts have transformed the lives of vulnerable groups—especially widowed mothers, low-income women, unemployed youth, and orphans. Coinciding with the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha (4–6 November), Qatar Charity highlights three inspiring success stories that reflect the deep and lasting impact of its work: Somalia: A Handicraft Center Sparks Hope In Mogadishu, five young Somali women launched the “Kalmiya” Center with support from Qatar Charity and UNICEF. What began as a post-training business idea evolved into a vibrant hub for teaching handicrafts like embroidery, weaving, and rug-making, alongside beauty services. Over 30 women have been trained so far, gaining income and independence. The center also markets products online and at exhibitions, becoming a model for women’s empowerment and community solidarity. Niger: Sponsorship Transforms an Orphan’s Future Moumouni Amadou Saley, an orphan from Niger, was sponsored by Qatar Charity in 2009 through the “Rofaqa” program. The support went beyond financial aid—it enabled him to pursue higher education in civil and hydraulic engineering. Today, he works as a project technician at Qatar Charity’s Niamey office, contributing to the implementation of water, infrastructure, and education projects. His journey from hardship to professional success illustrates the long-term impact of sponsorship on sustainable development. Chad: Youth Cooperative Fights Unemployment In Chad, five university graduates turned their struggle with unemployment into opportunity by founding a fish farming cooperative with Qatar Charity’s support. Launched in 2020, the “Youth Cooperative for Agriculture and Livestock” began with 425 fish and expanded to nearly 2,000, alongside agricultural projects. The project now provides seasonal jobs for 24 workers and has improved the livelihoods of its members and their families—showcasing how youth entrepreneurship can drive social and economic progress.
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Qatar Charity participates in Second World Summit for Social Development
Qatar Charity is taking part in the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha from November 4 to 6, through organizing a high-level panel discussion in collaboration with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), alongside its dedicated booth at the event. Panel Discussion The panel, titled “Shared Vision for Humanitarian Accountability,” will convene on November 6, 2025, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC). The session aims to underscore the importance of strengthening accountability in humanitarian work by exploring ways to ensure that limited resources reach the most vulnerable populations through effective, transparent, and human-centered approaches that uphold dignity and address real needs. It will also explore ways to integrate development efforts into humanitarian response to support recovery and strengthen resilience. This event takes place at a pivotal moment, as the Humanitarian Impact Forum prepares for its first high-level meeting in 2026, which will be organized by Qatar Charity in partnership with OCHA. The forum seeks to redefine, measure, and achieve impact in humanitarian action, promote local leadership, deliver measurable outcomes, and reinforce shared accountability to affected communities. The panel will feature leading actors from the humanitarian and development sectors, including international and local organizations, as well as academic experts, to exchange best practices and offer practical recommendations that will shape the forum’s agenda and enhance the effectiveness of global humanitarian response. Booth Located at Booth No. 32 in QNCC, Qatar Charity’s booth offers summit participants and stakeholders an opportunity to explore its flagship development projects and initiatives, discover inspiring success stories, and discuss prospects for collaboration with its team. As a leading international humanitarian and development organization, Qatar Charity continues to strengthen its position in the field of social development through an impressive track record of impactful projects and initiatives that promote integration, empowerment, family stability, and protection of vulnerable groups. Coinciding with the Second World Summit for Social Development from November 4–6, the organization reaffirms its commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and expanding global partnerships to build more cohesive and equitable societies.
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Qatar Charity sets benchmark for global social development
Qatar Charity (QC), a leading international humanitarian and development organization, continues to strengthen its position in the field of social development through an impressive track record of impactful projects and initiatives that promote integration, empowerment, family stability, and protection of vulnerable groups. Coinciding with the Second World Summit for Social Development from November 4–6, the organization reaffirms its commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and expanding global partnerships to build more cohesive and equitable societies. Responding in Crisis Zones Placing community stability, psychosocial well-being, and social integration at the heart of its interventions, Qatar Charity implemented more than 100 humanitarian projects in crisis and disaster zones during 2025 alone, benefiting over 1.62 million people at a cost exceeding QAR 145 million. Efforts focused on Gaza, Syria, and Sudan, with a strong emphasis on building local capacities for greater empowerment and sustainability. Among Qatar Charity’s notable initiatives is the “Wheat Chain” project in northern Syria, which has supported all stages of wheat production—from cultivation to the distribution of free and subsidized bread to displaced and needy families for many years since 2019. The organization also established “Al Amal City” in northern Syria, a model housing project comprising 1,400 residential units and integrated service facilities, benefiting approximately 13,800 internally displaced persons (IDPs). In line with its localization strategy, Qatar Charity launched the “Maein” initiative, which trained 10 Syrian local organizations. The organization has adopted a policy to allocate 30% of its direct funding to local civil society organizations, already achieving a 21% allocation in 2024. Qatar Charity’s integration efforts include the “Sport for Peace” initiative in Darfur, Sudan, and Somalia, which saw the construction of 40 sports fields in Darfur and the implementation of training and sports activities in Somalia, benefiting more than 10,000 children and youth. Social Care The “Rofaqa” program is one of the world’s largest orphan sponsorship platforms, with Qatar Charity supporting over 226,000 orphans, persons with disabilities, vulnerable families, students, and teachers. The organization recently extended the sponsorship age limit to 23 years, enabling orphans to complete higher education. Social care efforts also include building model cities for orphans, such as the under-construction “City of Life for Orphans” in Istanbul, which will accommodate 2,000 orphans in a comprehensive educational and rehabilitative environment. Other projects include model orphan cities like Sheikha Aisha City in Sudan and 13 orphan care centers in Bangladesh, featuring schools and boarding facilities. Additionally, Qatar Charity runs a university student sponsorship program in Somalia, launched in 1999, which has seen the graduation of 3,684 students in partnership with Mogadishu University. Economic Empowerment Economic empowerment remains central to Qatar Charity’s strategy for building fair and productive communities. In 2025, the organization implemented over 1,525 income-generating projects, benefiting around 15,000 individuals at a cost of nearly QAR 15 million. These projects targeted unemployed youth, mothers of orphans, and vulnerable families, providing training, vocational support, and cooperative assistance. Qatar Charity also supported production cooperatives in Chad and women’s craft centers such as “Kalmiya Center” in Mogadishu. Social Housing To promote social reintegration, Qatar Charity completed more than 200 social housing projects in 2025, benefiting approximately 25,000 people at a cost exceeding QAR 35 million. It also established 19 multi-service centers offering housing units and essential facilities—including schools, health centers, water networks, mosques, and vocational centers—serving 70,500 beneficiaries. A notable example is the “Al Rayyan Charity Center” in Kyrgyzstan. Healthcare and Child Protection Over the past five years, Qatar Charity has implemented 12 major health initiatives, benefiting more than 2.1 million people across 23 countries. These include programs for congenital heart defects, cleft lip repair, malnutrition treatment, and provision of hearing aids for children. This year, the organization funded a child protection center in Syria to provide psychosocial support to children affected by crises, benefiting over 3,900 children and families. Global Partnerships and Development Projects Qatar Charity aligns all its projects with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and operates in 70 countries through 34 field offices, working closely with governmental bodies, UN agencies, and international and local organizations. In 2025, the organization completed or initiated more than 10,000 development projects, benefiting approximately 3.7 million people at a total cost of QAR 265 million.
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