University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) announced the signing of a partnership agreement with the Education Above All ( EAA) Foundation, to provide educational opportunities, through the Al Fakhoora Programme, for students affected by the recent crisis in Gaza.
This announcement was made in a ceremony attended by UDST president Dr Salem Al-Naemi and EAA CEO Fahad al-Sulaiti.
Under the agreement, UDST will welcome high-achieving students from universities in Gaza whose academic pursuits were interrupted due to the crisis. This initiative underscores UDST's commitment to educational inclusivity and support for students in crisis, a statement said.
These students will join various bachelor programmes offered by the College of Engineering and Technology, the College of Computing and Information Technology, as well as, the College of Health Sciences.
Dr al-Naemi, said: "We are deeply committed to supporting these students who have faced immense challenges. We firmly support our government's stance in denouncing the horrors occurring in Gaza to prevent further suffering of innocent individuals. We hope that through our academic programmes and support, these students will not only continue their educational journey but also achieve excellence. We believe in empowering students to rebuild and transform their lives, and this partnership with Education Above All is a step towards making that belief a reality."
Talal al-Hothal, director of Al Fakhoora, a programme of EAA, said: "This partnership with UDST is a testament to our joint commitment to ensuring that education remains an unbroken right, even in the face of adversity. These students represent the resilience and potential of youth. By supporting them, we are not only investing in their future but also contributing to the rebuilding of communities through the power of education."
UDST, EAA officials at the signing ceremony.
