Stories / Autism
Qatar and international partners launch global autism alliance at UN General Assembly
7 min readInternational community urged to join Global Autism Advocacy Coalition, founded by QF, WHO, UNICEF, and Autism Speaks
Renad Academy receives accreditation from the National Autistic Society in the UK
4 min readFirst specialized school in Qatar to be accredited, building parents’ trust and ensuring high-quality education and support for individuals with autism
QF launches 10-year strategy to advance support for people with autism
5 min readRoadmap for action on autism outlines expansion of inclusive education, leveraging AI, advancing genetic research, and streamlining healthcare pathways
QF marks World Autism Awareness Day with inclusive community activities
4 min readThe awareness event promotes understanding, fosters empathy, and supports the inclusion of people with autism in society
Seventh grade girls shine in QF’s Stars of Science
4 min readTheir innovation offered a practical solution for individuals with autism
QF's specialized education programs empower young people with Autism
4 min readAwsaj Academy offers adaptive and inclusive learning environment
Qatar Foundation hosts month-long series of events for Autism Awareness
4 min readActivities and events organized by a number of QF entities aimed at ensuring people with autism are recognized as an integral part of our community
Don't let go of my hand: why a father's presence matters for a child with autism
5 min readAn expert from Qatar Foundation highlights the crucial role fathers play in shaping a child’s personality
How QF is using technology to foster social and educational inclusion for students with autism
4 min readExperts and parents of students at QF’s Renad Academy talk about the positive impact of using technology in empowering their children and enhancing their skills
QF’s Ability Friendly participants enjoy AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™
4 min readChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder enjoy live football from the comfort of the sensory room in the Education City Stadium
QF's annual Autism Awareness event at Oxygen Park brings community together
4 min readKick-starts month of activities designed to raise awareness and promote understanding of autism
QF to host World Autism Awareness Day event at Oxygen Park
3 min readPUE-organized activities designed to promote awareness and understanding among community
QF’s Qader Award opens doors for people with autism
3 min readApplications for fifth cycle will be accepted until 5 April
Students write letters of support and love for children with autism during Doha Learning Days
3 min readActivities help children enhance their awareness of autism and the importance of accepting differences between individuals
QF’s D'reesha saw Qatari pianist with autism take center stage
4 min readA piano enthusiast and community member captivated crowds with his musical talent
QF research center works on early diagnosis of autism
3 min readDr. Fouad Alshaban, Senior Scientist at the Neurological Disorders Research Center (NDRC), Qatar Biomedical Research Institute, talks about the new autism detection tool, the success of it, and costs associated with autism treatments.
“Coach Jamie taught me how to play football and I love him very much”
3 min readSalem Aleida, who has autism, is proud of his football skills, thanks to QF’s ability friendly program
QF increases access to tools that help children with Autism
3 min readSensory Souk, which was started by two mothers to serve the ASD community and raise awareness around the disorder, now sells products across Education City
Urgent need to restore services for individuals with autism, says expert at QF
5 min readDr. Fouad Al-Shaban from QBRI at QF’s HBKU details the effects the pandemic has had on those with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Op-ed: “Finding passion in precision medicine made my academic path straightforward”
3 min readSama Ayoub, a QAD graduate, explains how developing a piece of technology for children with autism helped her decide to pursue a degree in medicine
“When we understand autism, we will realize how wonderful children with autism are”
QF parents and parent trainer from QF school highlight need for inclusivity of all children
How a QF member is tackling Autism through equine therapy
Al Shaqab’s program offers specialized therapeutic lessons to children with Autism in Qatar
In his own words: My mother's "wish came true" when I graduated from Awsaj – and this is just the start
Jassim Mohamad, a graduating student at Qatar Foundation’s Awsaj Academy, describes his journey with autism, and how his mother and his school gave him confidence in his creative skills
Op-ed: Research is the path toward solving the puzzle of Autism
Dana Al Ali, a third-year medical student at QF partner university Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar and a member of a team whose project won the 12th cycle of Qatar National Research Fund’s Undergraduate Research Experience Program, on how scientific exploration meets a need for answers
How diet plays a significant role in managing Autism
New book produced by a QF researcher is part of Qatar’s drive to improve public health and be at the forefront of precision medicine
How QF is helping to make Qatar an autism-friendly nation
A collaboration between QF school Renad Academy and a UK charity is paving the way for greater social awareness of the support people with Autism need to be active community members.
In his own words: QF’s Qader Award has enabled my son to challenge Autism through swimming
Moheb El-Din has grown in strength and confidence through the inclusive sporting opportunities QF provides, says his father Houssam Shamsi Basha
In her own words: The inclusivity and importance of QF’s Ability Friendly Swimming Program
Teaching water safety and ensuring no family misses out on its benefits are two of the key elements of a program designed to empower, as Kathleen Bates, Senior Autism Spectrum Disorder/Special Needs Aquatics Specialist and Coach, QF, explains.
Op-ed: Safeguarding the wellbeing of families living with autism
Dr. Sharifa Noaman Al-Emadi, Executive Director of Doha International Family Institute – a QF member –on how Qatar is supporting people with autism and their loved ones, and why everything it has done so far is just the start.
QF schools connect to break down Autism barriers through the power of friendship
Children with Autism from Renad Academy and students from Qatar Academy Sidra are both learning key life skills through a mentorship program based on mutual understanding, learning – and fun.
QF school psychologist explains how parents can help children with autism cope with COVID-19
Dr. Christina Lee Roberts of specialized QF school Renad Academy says keeping a routine, staying virtually connected to teachers, and supporting understanding of coronavirus can be helpful for children with Autism.
In her own words: ‘My sister has autism. This is my letter to her’
Fatima Al Mahanadi, a student at Qatar Academy Al Khor – part of QF’s Pre-University Education – writes about her journey with her sister, and how it has made her a better person.
Supporting parents of children with autism
Trainers from Renad Academy on hand at Doha Learning Days to support members of the community
