Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation's Awsaj Academy marked the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People through a cultural and humanitarian event that brought together its students and several Palestinians evacuated from Gaza.

The initiative sought to deepen awareness of Palestinian heritage and highlight the stories of resilience demonstrated by the people of the Gaza Strip.

Held at Awsaj Academy's theatre and surrounding outdoor areas, the event drew a wide audience of students' families, the school community, and visitors. It offered an integrated blend of cultural expression and humanitarian reflection, providing students with a meaningful opportunity to explore Palestinian culture and engage with the lived experiences of Gaza's residents within an educational context.

The programme included artistic and cultural performances such as the traditional Palestinian 'Dabka', alongside an exhibition of artwork, crafts, and handmade pieces representing Palestinian identity. The outdoor spaces featured sculptures symbolising Palestine, as well as booths showcasing heritage products and photographs documenting the humanitarian realities faced by Gazans.

Events and Activities Coordinator and Teacher of Qatari History and Heritage at Awsaj Academy, part of Qatar Foundation's (QF) Pre-University Education, Maryam Al-Subaie underscored the importance of such initiatives, saying:“At Awsaj Academy, we are committed to ensuring that educational activities serve as platforms that strengthen our students' humanitarian awareness and connect them to global issues through direct experience.

“The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People provided a valuable opportunity to instil the values of empathy and responsibility, and to broaden students' understanding of what communities around the world are going through.

“Providing our students with the chance to learn about Palestinian heritage and listen to stories of resilience and hope directly from guests from Gaza enabled them to understand the true meaning of solidarity in a real-world context."

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