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ED Message

السيدة فاطمة سعيد الساعدي-المدير التنفيذي لمركز الشفلح

Al Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities, one of the centers operating under the umbrella of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, stands as a pioneering national institution that embodies the State of Qatar’s commitment to human development. It reflects the strong support our wise leadership provides to empower persons with disabilities, promote their rights, and strengthen their active participation in society.

Our mission at Al Shafallah Center is grounded in the deep belief that disability does not limit ambition, and that every individual has an inherent right to education, rehabilitation, employment, and full societal participation. From this perspective, we operate according to a clear institutional vision that places the individual at the center of attention, believing that true empowerment begins with investing in capabilities, fostering self-confidence, and opening avenues toward independence and productivity.

Since its establishment, the Center has been keen to provide comprehensive services to our children with disabilities. We have also placed special emphasis on the rehabilitation of families and their engagement as strategic partners in their children’s journey, recognizing that the family is the primary pillar in the process of support and empowerment.

Al Shafallah Center operates within a comprehensive national and legislative framework that aligns with the State of Qatar’s commitments to international conventions concerning the rights of persons with disabilities, as well as the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030, which emphasizes the building of a just, cohesive society that provides equal opportunities to all its members without exception.

We are also committed to promoting a culture of societal inclusion through awareness initiatives, media programs, and institutional partnerships aimed at changing stereotypes and reinforcing concepts of respect, acceptance, and diversity. We firmly believe that empowering persons with disabilities is not achieved solely within the walls of the institution but throughout society as a whole, through an inclusive environment that opens doors for active participation in all areas of life.

Within the framework of continuous development, we strive to adopt global best practices in the fields of assessment, rehabilitation, and institutional governance, while investing in the development of national competencies and enhancing institutional systems to achieve the highest standards of quality, transparency, and sustainability.

The achievements of our sons and daughters are a source of pride for all of us and serve as living proof that the right support and fair opportunity can make a real difference in the lives of individuals and society. We pledge to continue working with a spirit of responsibility and commitment to be a pioneering national model in the field of care and empowerment for persons with disabilities.

I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to our wise leadership, all our partners, supporters, employees, and parents, who together form an integrated system of dedication and belief in the Center’s mission.

We pray to God to guide us all toward what is best for our nation and our children, and to assist us in fulfilling our mission with honesty and devotion.

 

Fatima Saeed Al Saadi

Executive Director