A LEARNING society is really an asset for global prosperity and it plays a key role in the overall development of any nation. This is the sole reason why the State of Qatar gives prime importance to the promotion of education, not just at national level but internationally too.
The nation calls for relentless, meritorious and hassle-free education process across the globe even during calamities, conflicts and other disturbances. Cognizant of the significance of education in sustainable development, Qatar has also kept education as one among the eight pillars of development with economic diversification, environment sustainability, healthcare, social protection, public safety and security, culture and sports, and international technical cooperation.
The nation firmly believes that sustainable development can only be realised when there is social progress, economic growth and environmental change and has been committed to achieving sustainable development since 1971. The adoption of the proposal made by H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Education Above All and member of the UN Sustainable Development Goals’ Advocates, by United Nations General Assembly puts spotlight on Qatar’s huge strides towards the cause and is really a recognition of the efforts Qatar has been taking on global level for the promotion of education.
The proposal calls for the allocation of September 9 as “International Day to Protect Education from Attacks”, a resolution advocated and led by Qatar to mobilise international support in order to ensure accountability for the persistent and deliberate attacks on education and the armed violence from which children around the world are suffering.
According to the Minister of Education and Higher Education, H E Dr. Mohamed bin Abdulwahed Al Hammadi, this reaffirms the fact that Qatar is proving education is its strategic choice that it has taken over two decades ago under the supervision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser.
“The adoption of the draft resolution came during the crisis of COVID-19 pandemic, which had a profound impact on all aspects of life to emphasise the importance of education and schools as a safe haven for children against any attack, especially during armed conflicts targeting educational institutions.”
Even during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the nation was taking all possible and effective measures to ensure the safety of students and all government organisations worked hand-in-hand to avoid any disruption in education.
By launching virtual classrooms and creating an atmosphere conducive for learning during the pandemic, Qatar showed once again its unique mettle and determination in leading students further braving all odds. This is a prestigious moment for the whole nation as it added one more golden feather on Qatar’s crown and the nation owes much to H H Sheikha Moza for lifting nation’s pride to new horizons through this proposal.
