Doha: Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) strengthened its strategic partnership by participating as a Strategic Partner in the 12th edition of WISE 12. The event, held under the theme "Humanity.io: Human Values at the Heart of Education," concluded on Tuesday at the Qatar National Convention Centre in Doha.
According to Qatar News Agency, QFFD's involvement in the summit included joining the Ministerial Roundtable titled "Bridging the Divide: Financing Inclusive and Future-Ready Education." During this session, global leaders addressed the growing learning crisis and the $100 billion annual financing gap. Led by QFFD's Director General Fahad Hamad Al Sulaiti, the discussion emphasized the necessity for innovative and inclusive funding models, underscoring education's pivotal role in building resilient societies. QFFD reiterated its dedication to advancing sustainable financing for global education.
QFFD representatives also participated in various high-level sessions that focused on the future of education, innovation, and sustainable development financing. These discussions covered topics such as pedagogical innovation, digital transformation, and multi-sectoral collaboration, further establishing QFFD's leadership in shaping inclusive and future-ready education systems.
The organization expressed pride in partnering with WISE on the EdTech Accelerator (2025-2026), a flagship program that empowers innovative education technology startups worldwide. As the main partner of the International Track, branded "Powered by QFFD," the Qatar Fund for Development highlights its commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and innovators from developing and least-developed countries. The summit celebrated this year's exceptional cohort, whose transformative solutions are expanding access to quality education globally.
Furthermore, QFFD continues its collaboration with WISE on the upcoming WISE Prize for Education (2026-2027) cycle, one of the world's most prestigious awards recognizing transformative contributions to education. Through this partnership, QFFD will co-design and co-fund the next edition of the prize, ensuring alignment with its priorities of fostering innovation, equity, and access to quality learning opportunities.
Reflecting on this partnership, Director General of QFFD Fahad Hamad Al Sulaiti stated: "Our collaboration with WISE 12 reflects Qatar's vision of investing in education as the foundation of human progress. Together, we aim to amplify innovative solutions that not only transform classrooms but also empower communities to thrive and build resilient, inclusive societies."
QFFD's strategic engagement with WISE reinforces its mission to support education as a cornerstone of sustainable development and human dignity, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals.