Qatar history Flashcards
Explain the role of women in the past
- The economic conditions prevailing during the pre-oil era
- at that time allowed many women to play an important role and special role for their families
- as most men used to leave during the diving season
- and due to their engagement, women
assumed some social tasks taking responsibility for their family affairs until men returned from diving
Explain the participation of women in the development process
- Education was the starting point for women’s participation in development process
- As women began
their role as teachers, led by Amna Al-Jaida who was a pioneer educator - Through the development process
the domains that women entered and contributed to
diversified - such as education, health, diplomatic work,
law, media, arts and applied sciences - women’s roles are still expanding to include a range of different specializations in which they contribute to the service of their country and the development of their
society
Give examples of women’s contribution in the development process
- Education
- Health
- Diplomatic work
- Sport
Women and education
- Qatari women have entered work through teaching
profession which is the most vital domain of Qatari women’s
work - Qatari women occupy the majority of roles within the
Ministry of Education - The appointment of Her Excellency Sheikha Al-Mahmoud
as the Minister of Education in 2003, to be the first lady ever
in Qatar and the GCC region to occupy such an important
ministerial post - which emphasizes the role of Qatari women in the prosperity and development of
education in Qatar. - in addition, the percentage of Qatari women at Qatar University, either as faculty
members or administrative staff, accounts for more than 50% of the total workforce of the University
What was the starting point for women in the development process?
Education
How did women begin there role as teachers?
By being led by Amna Al-Jaida
Give examples of the domain women have entered
Education, health, diplomatic work, law, media, arts and science
How did women enter work?
Though education
When was Sheikha Al-mahmoud appointed as the minister of education?
2003
Women and health
-Since the late 1960s, Qatari women have contributed to the health field
- through entering nursing profession
- as Qatari girls have had the opportunity to study medicine, work as doctors, and work in Hamad Medical Corporation and health centers
Since when did Qatari women contribute to the health field?
Since late 1960s
Women and diplomatic work
Qatari women have taken up senior post to represent the State of Qatar abroad
- For example, Sheikha Alia Ahmad Al-Thani was appointed as the first female ambassador who assumed the post of the
permanent delegate of the State of Qatar in the Europe-based United Nations headquarters in Geneva, then she became the Permanent Representative of Qatar to the United Nations in New York
- Qatari women are still expanding in the range of disciplines they have entered for work and study purposes, to enrich the country in wide fields that compete and keep pace with development.
Who was the 1st female ambassador who assumed the post of the permanent delegate of Qatar?
Sheikha Alia Ahmad Al-Thani
Women and sport
- The Qatar Women’s Sport Committee was established by a decision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned
- which was named as the “Qatari Women’s Sports Committee in 2001”, to form a starting point in the women’s sports movement in Qatar
- The aim was to encourage women to participate in sports, excelling and improving their lives, creating a strong Olympic sports team, and
advancing the national society as a whole.
Name some sports achievements of women
Sports achievements of women:
- In 2021, Qatar Shooting and Archery Association won the
Bronze Medal in the Mixed Shooting Rifle Competition held in
Kazakhstan.
- In 2021, Qatar Table Tennis Association won the bronze medal
of the Arab Women’s Club Championship held in Jordan.
- The shot put team participated in the Olympic Games in Tokyo
2020.
Protection and rehabilitation center (Aman)
- Qatar has been keen on paying attention to women’s affairs, so Aman was established in 2013 by the decision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser
- The Centre focuses
on the protection & rehabilitation of women and children
who are victims of violence and family disintegration - Aman Center operates under the umbrella of Qatar Foundation for Social Work
What are Aman Center’s aims?
Aman Center aims to achieve the following:
- Raising public awareness to pay attention to the needs and
rights of women in the society.
- Eliminating discrimination against women with regard to
rights and responsibilities.
- Providing legal framework for women’s rights and needs at social and family level.
- Providing protection for women against abusive practices at home, work and society, and addressing problems resulting from these practices
The concept of peace
Peace means the state of security and stability that prevails in a community, from its simplest formations (the family) to its largest formations (the International Community)
The importance of peace
- Preserving the lives of people by avoiding armed conflict
- The stability and growth of the community
- Spreading positive values in the community such as tolerance and respect
- Regulation and application of the law
- Cultural and knowledge - exchange between societies
Peace in islam
- Islam is a religion of peace and mercy
- Islam came to affirm the principles of peace, morals and good treatment
- Islam established the foundations of peace for the nation
International and regional organisations concerned with peace
The United Nations is a global organisation, one of the most important goals of which is the maintenance of international peace and security
United nations organs
- United Nations General Assembly
- United Nations Security Council
- International Court of Justice
United Nations efforts to promote world peace
- The General Assembly issued a program of work on a culture of peace
- The Universal Declaration of Human Rights included some articles that support the values of peace such as Articles 18,19 and 26
- The United Nations General Assembly declared the International Day of Peace in 1981 AD on September 21
Article 18 in UN
Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion
Article 19 in UN
Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression
Article 26 in UN
Education shall promote understanding, tolerance and friendship among all nations, racial or religious groups
When was the International day of peace decided?
1981
When is the international day of peace?
September 21
The role of Qatar in international cooperation to achieve peace
- Meditation
- Interfaith dialogue
- Counter Terrorism
General Assembly
A deliberative and policymaking body and all member states are represented in it
Security Council
Has primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security
International Court of Justice
- It settles disputes between states
Meditation
Qatar was an honest and sincere mediator, which contributed to the success of its efforts in several crises. Such as The Darfur Issue and mediation between Eritrea and Djibouti
Interfaith dialogue
By:
- Hosting the Fourth Global Forum of the Alliance of Civilizations in Doha in December 2011.
- Establishing the Doha International Center for Interfaith Dialogue
- The annual hosting of the Doha International Conference for Interfaith Dialogue
Counter Terrorism
Qatar actively participates in international efforts to counter terrorism and cooperates with the relevant agencies in counter-terrorism at the United Nations. Qatar has also established the National Anti-Money Laundering & Terrorism Financing Committee, and entrusted it with the task of working to achieve the goals contained in the international agreements concerned
with counter terrorism
Intolerance and racial discrimination
Any discrimination, exclusion or restriction based on race, color, lineage, or national origin that aims to impair or impede the recognition, enjoyment or exercise of human rights
Types of intolerance and racial discrimination
- Color intolerance
- Ethnic intolerance
- Tribal intolerance
- Religious intolerance
- Intellectual intolerance
Color intolerance
Based on the colors white and black
Ethnic intolerance
It is extremism in favor of one race at the expense of another
Tribal intolerance
It is based on belonging to the tribe, which appears in some Arab societies
Religious intolerance
It is the intoleance of followers of a religion or sect against the followers of other religions and sects
Intellectual intolerance
It is always uni-lateral thinking while canceling the other opinion and refusing to accept it and discuss it
Islam and the rejection of racial discrimination
- Islam calls for respect for human dignity and the rejection of racial discrimination
- Allah created all people from one origin; therefore, Islam urged equality between people
- All people were created from a single soul
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD)
- Elimination of all forms of racial discrimination.
- Promotion of understanding among all races, sects, and religions.
- Building an international community free from all forms of racial discrimination
Negative effects/implications of racial discrimination
- Implant hatred and animosity among the members of the community
- Wasting scientific and administrative competencies
- The spread of poverty among certain segments of community
- Migration abroad as a result of persecution.
- Wars increase
Methods of combating intolerance and racial discrimination
- Promote understanding and civic engagement
- Awareness of the dangers of intolerance and racial discrimination
- Justice in the distribution of wealth, rewards, grants and others
- Inculcating the principles of loyalty and belonging to the state
- Prioritizing the national interest over personal interests.
- Issuing laws that guarantee justice and equality
Silatech initiative
Silatech was established in 2008 to address the challenge of unemployment in the Middle East and North Africa region and beyond, through economic and social empowerment. Silatech contributes to providing job opportunities, development programs, rehabilitation and financing
The Initiatives of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned
- Silatech initiative
- Education above all initiative
Education Above All initiative
In 2012, Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al- Missned launched the Education Above All Foundation (EAA). This Foundation seeks to provide quality education for vulnerable children who have no access to basic education in areas affected by poverty,
conflicts and disasters
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned
- She serves as Chairperson of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF).
- Its flagship project, Education City, is a hub of academic excellence, housing branch
campuses of renowned international universities and institutions. - QF also engages in numerous scientific research and economic and social development projects.
-She chairs Sidra Medicine, a leading institution for women and children’s health speciality care. - In addition, she chairs Msheireb Properties, Qatar’s leading sustainable real estate company, and the developer of Msheireb Downtown Doha.
