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Doha, Qatar, 3 May 2026- Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, participated in a series of high- level engagements in Paris under the French G7 Presidency, contributing to international discussions on the future of development finance and the growing role of philanthropy in advancing sustainable and inclusive development. EAA Foundation Chief Executive Officer Mr. Mohammed Al Kubaisi participated as a featured speaker in the official high-level side event of the G7 Development Ministerial Meeting, titled Strategic Partnerships for a Renewed Development Paradigm: Engaging Philanthropy in Bl

Gaza Strip, State of Palestine, 5 May 2026 – Education Above All Foundation (EAA), a global foundation for education and development, with support from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), has supported the completion of 100 learning spaces across 10 school sites in the Gaza Strip, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme/Programme of Assistance to the Palestinian People (UNDP/PAPP), the The Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education, and the Gaza Culture and Development Group. The intervention marks a significant step towards restoring access to safe, structured, and dignified learning environments for childr

Intensive two-day training programme delivers a structured experience for newly selected players Doha, Qatar – 20 April 2026: Qatar Polo Club (QPC) successfully concluded its “Polo Elite Training Camp” held from 17 to 18 April 2026 in Al Samriya. The camp brought together a group of newly selected male and female players for a focused and structured learning experience, designed as a foundational step in the development pathway for players and reflective of the methodology followed in teaching and practicing this historic sport. Over the course of two days, participants took part in a comprehensive programme combining both the

Doha, Qatar – 17 February 2026: Msheireb Properties, Qatar’s leading sustainable real estate developer, and Qatar Charity (QC), one of the largest humanitarian and development organisations in the world, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday, 17 February. This partnership formalises a long-standing relationship, appointing Msheireb Properties as a “Charity Partner” engaged in supporting charitable efforts on both local and international scales. The agreement, effective from August 2025 to August 2027, establishes a structured framework for joint initiatives, community engagement, and charitab

From Player Milestones to Future Goals, Qatar Polo Club’s National Polo Story Unfolds at Interactive Booths Doha, Qatar – 11 February 2026 Qatar Polo Club (QPC), the national hub of polo excellence, will mark Qatar National Sport Day with an interactive presence at Katara Cultural Village and Stadium 974, promoting active lifestyles and community engagement while making polo more accessible to a wider audience. The initiative reflects the Club’s long-term commitment to nurturing local talent and inspiring the next generation of players. Through dedicated booths at both locations, Qatar Polo Club will showcase the Club&rsqu

DOHA, Qatar, Jan. 21, 2026 — Barzan Holdings, Qatar’s national defense and security leader, and Lockheed Martin have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) at DIMDEX 2026 to reaffirm their shared commitment to Qatar’s defense ecosystem through human capital development and innovation. This announcement underscores the shared commitment of Barzan Holdings and Lockheed Martin to continued dialogue and cooperation, as both organizations explore opportunities that contribute to Qatar’s defense readiness, workforce development, and future-focused capabilities. The LOI reflects a mutual intent to explore the establishment of

Agreement includes collaboration on integrating traditional knowledge into modern sustainability practices, and a guide to best practices in mangrove restoration DOHA, 21 December 2025: Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future – a member of Qatar Foundation – and UN-Habitat Regional Office for Arab States have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Arab Ministerial Forum on Housing and Urban Development, establishing a strategic partnership to address sustainability challenges facing hot and arid regions. The agreement covers collaboration on environmental and socio-economic sustainability, food security, enhanced access to gr

Doha – December 15, 2025: The Institute for Population Health (IPH) at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) will host a workshop to help health and education professionals enhance their social-emotional and cognitive skills. The workshop is scheduled to take place on January 31, 2026, at WCM-Q. Titled “Unlocking the Connection: Human Development and Social-Emotional Excellence,” the interactive six-hour training course will explore the dynamic relationship between adult developmental stages and the social-emotional competencies (SECs) essential for success in professional and social life. Grounded in constructive development

Doha, Qatar, 11 December 2025 – Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation for education and development, and Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education (PUE) today signed a collaboration agreement at Qatar Foundation Headquarters in Education City, marking a significant step toward strengthening educational access, innovation, and professional development across Qatar’s learning ecosystem. The collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to enhance the quality of education, empower educators, and expand opportunities for children and youth, particularly those enrolled in EAA Foundation’s As

Doha, Qatar, 7 December 2025 – The Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education and development organisation, convened a high-level panel at the Doha Forum 2025 under the theme “Education as Justice in Times of Crisis,” issuing a global call to reframe education not as a development aspiration, but as a justice imperative, one that demands accountability, equitable financing, and the elevation of local leadership in crisis-affected regions. Aligned with the Forum’s overarching theme, “Justice in Action – Beyond Promises to Progress,” the session brought together, government representatives and global ins