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Tribune News Network
Doha
Minister of Culture and Sports HE Salah bin Ghanim al Ali and Minister of Energy and Industry HE Dr Mohammed bin Saleh al Sada graced the first session of 'Tajrebaty' initiative held at Qatar University's Ibn Khaldoon Hall on Thursday.
Organised by QU in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Sports and Qatar Youth Hostels Association, the event aimed to promote the role of youth in the growth of human civilisation through knowledge-sharing.
It provided youth with a platform to exchange their ideas and experiences with the members of the community, which will enable them to realise their aspirations.
Other dignitaries who attended the session were QU President Dr Hassan al Derham, QU Director of Student Services and Activities Abdulla al Yafei and 'Tajrebaty' founder Eng Ibrahim al Sada, along with QU officials, faculty and staff, students of QU colleges and Inclusion and Special Needs Support Center, as well as representatives of the local media.
The programme agenda included welcome speeches by Eng Ibrahim al Sada on 'The Concept Begins Here' and by student Ahmed AlHajery from QU College of Business and Economics on 'QU Special Needs Support Center'.
It also included discussions in which three guest speakers shared their personal experiences. IT Expert Dr Rashed bin Ali al Kubaisi gave a talk on 'Overcoming Challenges' whereas Health Culture activist Sabah al Bahlani shared her experience on 'Educating and Rehabilitating Children With Special Needs'. Visual artist Ms Safiya al Bahlani gave a talk on 'Art Speaks' while an exhibition entitled 'Arts Speaks' was also held.
In his remarks, Eng Ibrahim al Sada said:"The 'Tajrebaty' initiative has been launched by the youth who believed in its mission and objectives. I strongly believe that this initiative serves as a platform for successful youth to share their ideas and inspire the society. I would like to thank Qatar University, the Ministry of Culture and Sports, and Qatar Youth Hostels Association for making this event a great success."
Ahmed AlHajery said,"Disability is a motivation to maintain equality between the members of the society. My disability did not prevent me from achieving my ambitions and improving my talent. Through its Inclusion and Special Needs Support Center, Qatar University plays a pivotal role in providing the academic support to students with special needs. In addition, QU is working with local institutions to raise community awareness on the rights of individuals with special needs and to promote inclusion."
Dr Rashed bin Ali al Kubaisi said,"We face life challenges on a daily basis. However, successful people have a strong determination to solve these challenges. We have to work hard to achieve our life goals."
Sabah al Bahlani said:"I believe that early rehabilitation of children with special needs has a positive impact on their life. Families are responsible for identifying the special needs of their kids and should work hand-in-hand with experts to provide their children with the necessary assistance and to engage them in the society."
