Doha, July 07 (QNA) - The Department of Da'wah and Religious Guidance at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs of Qatar today launched the annual summer program that will run throughout July. 
More than 1,000 students are participating across 10 religious centers in different parts of the country as part of the department's efforts to make productive use of the summer break by strengthening young people's character and reinforcing Islamic and moral values through an integrated program of educational activities, learning opportunities, and interactive events. 
The program, which runs from Jul. 5 to Jul. 30, is designed for boys aged 10 to 15. It aims to provide an engaging educational environment that combines learning with enjoyment while promoting religious awareness, personal development, and positive behavior in ways suited to this age group and helping participants interact positively within their families and communities. 
Commenting on the initiative, Head of the Religious Guidance Section Muath Yousef Al Qasimi said that this year's edition continues to offer a comprehensive package of educational, religious, and skills-based programs tailored to the needs of young people and intended to develop various aspects of their personalities. He noted that the curriculum focuses on key Quranic concepts, particularly the rulings and values derived from Surahs An-Nur and Al-Hujurat, in addition to practical social and moral values such as honoring parents, mosque etiquette, the importance of time management, respecting elders, proper conduct with others, and the responsible use of social media. 
He added that the program also includes practical instruction on acts of worship, with training on the rulings governing ablution, ritual bathing, and other devotional practices to help students correctly apply Islamic rituals through simple educational methods. He said there was a diversity of activities covering Quranic studies, moral education, skills development, sports, and recreation. He highlighted that as one of the program's greatest strengths, noting that it creates an engaging learning environment while enabling participants to acquire knowledge, practical skills, and experiences that positively influence their personal, academic, and social development. 
Al Qasimi noted that the program also includes educational and recreational trips and external activities organized in cooperation with several national institutions, including the Lekhwiya and the ministry's Scholarship Department, enriching participants' learning experiences and strengthening their connections with community institutions.
The program operates four hours a day, from Sunday through Wednesday, between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. It offers a wide range of activities combining faith-based instruction, character development, skills training, and recreation. The curriculum includes Quranic concepts that deepen religious understanding and correct interpretation of Islamic texts, educational values that foster balanced personalities, practical training in acts of worship, skills courses, interactive activities, physical competitions, incentive prizes, and educational trips and outdoor events designed to broaden students' horizons. 
This year's program also introduces three specialized skills courses: public speaking, Islamic vocal performance, and the call to prayer (adhan). These courses aim to identify and develop promising talents while strengthening participants' communication and personal skills. The public speaking course focuses on building confidence and effective presentation skills, the vocal performance course seeks to develop linguistic appreciation and aesthetic awareness through meaningful artistic expression, and the adhan course trains students in the proper performance, rules, and etiquette of the Islamic call to prayer, preparing a new generation of young people to perform this important religious practice.
Meanwhile, the Mohammed bin Hamad Al Mana Mosque center in the Al Waab area has attracted more than 120 students, reflecting parents' confidence in the educational programs offered through the department's summer centers. 
Head of the Mohammed bin Hamad Al Mana Mosque Center Mohammed Samir said students have been divided into seven educational groups supervised by a select team of qualified instructors to ensure the program's educational and developmental objectives are achieved while instilling values and concepts through modern teaching methods tailored to participants' ages and needs. He added that the center is committed to building an effective educational partnership with parents through daily communication and regular updates on the program's activities, enabling them to monitor their children's progress and maximize the program's educational benefits. 
The program is being held at 10 religious and summer centers across Qatar to maximize participation. 
The launch of the program reflects the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs' commitment to implementing the objectives of its 2025-2030 strategic plan, which focuses on strengthening Islamic identity, enhancing religious awareness among young people, and fostering well-rounded personal development through high-quality programs that combine tradition with modern approaches to prepare a generation grounded in values and knowledge. 
The program also aligns with the pillars of Qatar National Vision 2030, particularly human development, by investing in a generation capable of assuming responsibility, making positive contributions to society, and developing the skills and values that strengthen their commitment to their faith and country while supporting Qatar's comprehensive development across all sectors. (QNA)