Qatar Foundation Hosts First Ability Friendly Fun Day

Press release

Published December 5th, 2022 - 04:19 GMT

Qatar Foundation Hosts First Ability Friendly Fun Day

During the event

Highlights

Persons of all abilities enjoy a wide range of recreational sports in a safe and fun environment

To mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Qatar Foundation's Ability Friendly Program – an initiative that supports people of all abilities to engage in sporting and developmental activities – hosted an Ability Friendly Fun Day.

Held in QF’s recreation center, the Fun Day offered children and adults of all abilities the opportunity to engage in such recreational sports as football, swimming, and cricket with QF’s ability friendly coaches.

The event welcomed more than 40 participants, with the youngest being five years old and the oldest 28 years old.
Qatar Foundation’s Ability Friendly Program offers sessions year-round, to find out more information about the program, or to participate and volunteer, please email [email protected]; or visit https://educationcity.qa/en/Ability-Friendly-Program.

Background Information

Qatar Foundation

Qatar Foundation (QF) is a non-profit organization made up of more than 50 entities working in education, research, and community development.

Our unique ecosystem—supported by partnerships with leading international institutions—is built on initiatives that address our most pressing challenges, create global opportunities, and empower people to shape our present and future.