Doha, April 13 (QNA) - The Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue (DICID) organized a roundtable on strengthening social cohesion and building community resilience in times of crisis, in partnership with the Cultural Village Foundation - Katara and in cooperation with the "Qatar Minna wa Nahnu Minha" initiative (Arabic for "Qatar is part of us and we are part of it"), launched by a group of academics and intellectuals residing in Qatar.
Speaking to QNA, Chairman of DICID's Board of Directors, Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, said the discussions focused on the importance of reinforcing social cohesion to address potential challenges and threats.
Al Nuaimi commended the contributions of speakers from various disciplines, noting a shared emphasis on the strong bonds between citizens and residents in Qatar, built on harmony, coordination and ongoing cooperation.
He also praised the quality of the presentations and participants' engagement, as well as their recognition of Qatar's role and successful experience in promoting dialogue initiatives.
In his opening remarks, Al Nuaimi said the event comes amid rapidly evolving challenges facing contemporary societies, highlighting its aim to exchange expertise and promote values of belonging, cooperation and responsibility to support a cohesive and resilient society.
He underlined that principles rooted in Islamic teachings, including the Holy Quran and the Prophetic Sunnah, emphasize cooperation and mutual support, reinforcing social trust as a foundation for strong and stable communities.
Al Nuaimi added that these values align with modern scientific research, which underscores that social cohesion is not only a moral principle but also a key requirement for stability and sustainability.
He noted that since its establishment in 2007, DICID has worked to translate dialogue into practical programs and effective partnerships that promote coexistence, cooperation and mutual understanding, expressing hope that the roundtable would further reinforce societal stability.
The session, moderated by Dr. Sekou Marafa Toure, senior researcher at DICID, brought together a select group of experts who discussed approaches to enhancing social cohesion, resilience and stability, as well as the role of awareness, shared values and women's contributions in fostering peaceful coexistence. (QNA)