Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Ministry of Social Development and Family has launched an initiative aimed at strengthening ethical values within Qatari families and promoting value-based upbringing.
The initiative, coinciding with the celebration of World Children's Day, was unveiled by Sustainable Development Goals Ambassador, Layan Al Hajri. Also attending were Assistant Undersecretary for Family Affairs, HE Sheikha Sheikha bin Jassim Al-Thani and Director of the Museum of Islamic Art, Shaikha Al Nassr.
The endeavor seeks to support families in instilling core values such as honesty, respect, cooperation and diligence through educational activities and community partnerships.
During the event, the ministry introduced an Ethical Family Charter as a new educational reference and announced a 30-Day Morality Challenge, which encourages children to practise a daily value through digital tools and games tailored to the Qatari context.
A series of interactive workshops for children was also held at the Museum of Islamic Art, including art sessions, values-themed activities and child-rights games, with wide participation from families.
Assistant Director of the Family Development Department, Nouf Al Abdullah, said the initiative supports the ministry's strategy to reinforce moral identity rooted in Islamic principles.
Meanwhile, SDG Ambassador Al-Hajri and Executive Director of the SDG Ambassadors Center, Iman Al Obaidli, both highlighted the role of youth-led initiatives in strengthening community values and supporting family cohesion.
The event concluded with families and children signing the Ethical Family Charter, with the ministry reaffirming its commitment to supporting programs that promote family and childhood development.
