Doha, February 22 (QNA) - The General Directorate of Endowments at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has reaffirmed its continued support for Al Tamakon Comprehensive School (also known as Al Tamakon for Comprehensive Education) to strengthen the stability of the educational journey for students with disabilities and provide a safe, stimulating learning environment that promotes equal opportunities and social integration.

In a statement Sunday, the Ministry said the support reflects a comprehensive vision to advance equal educational opportunities for vulnerable groups by easing financial burdens on families and enabling students to fully benefit from specialized academic and rehabilitation programs. It noted that the initiative contributes to improved educational outcomes, personal development, and greater confidence among students, supporting their effective participation in society.

Speaking at a press conference, Director-General of the General Directorate of Endowments Eng. Hassan bin Abdullah Al Marzouqi said that investing in education represents an investment in the future, emphasizing that empowering persons with disabilities academically and intellectually is both a societal responsibility and a moral duty.

He added that the Directorate continues to support Al Tamakon Comprehensive School through the Waqf (Endowment) Fund for Scientific and Cultural Development and the Waqf Fund for Healthcare, helping provide a high-quality educational environment that enables students with disabilities to learn, grow, and realize their potential.

Al Marzouqi stressed that the strength of societies is measured by their ability to empower all members and ensure equal opportunities, highlighting the role of endowments in promoting inclusive education, enhancing independence, and supporting the integration of students with disabilities into society so they can achieve their aspirations.

For his part, Head of the Digital Quality Unit at Al Tamakon Comprehensive School Eng. Abdulsalam Al Yassin said that the Ministry's support has been a cornerstone in ensuring the continuity and stability of the educational journey for students with disabilities.

He noted that the support extends beyond covering tuition fees, reflecting a firm belief that education is an inherent right for every student and a strategic investment in the future and quality of life of children.

Al Yassin added that the partnership represents an effective model of cooperation between educational institutions and supporting entities, supported by a precise mechanism to assess the stability of students' educational progress within their families' living conditions according to clear criteria. This ensures fairness and transparency, preserves donor confidence, and enhances the sustainability of educational impact.

The Waqf Bank for Scientific and Cultural Development is among the endowment entities dedicated to supporting educational and scientific initiatives and sponsoring knowledge-based programs that contribute to human development and capacity-building by directing endowment proceeds toward high-quality educational projects and institutions serving diverse segments of society.

The ongoing cooperation reflects a successful national model for utilizing endowment resources to support the education of persons with disabilities, reinforcing social solidarity values and contributing to building a more inclusive and sustainable society. (QNA)