Doha: Chairperson of Qatar Foundation, H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, honored 14 winners of the 2026 Akhlaquna Awards at a ceremony held on Tuesday, recognising the outstanding ethical values reflected in their initiatives and conduct.
Akhlaquna Day, held at the Multaqa in Education City was attended by Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation H E Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani; Minister of Education and Higher Education H E Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater; Minister of Social Development and Family H E Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi; and other dignitaries.
A 17-member jury selected winners across various categories in recognition of their transformative and empowering community initiatives across Qatar and the GCC.
Eight students were honoured in the Akhlaquna Junior category, which celebrates children who embody positive ethical values. The winners included Essa Rashid Al-Muraikhi, Mohammed Ahmad Al-Hashemi, Abdulaziz Saoud Al-Jassim, Dana Abdulla Al-Shebani, Aldana Saad Al-Qahtani, Maryam Yousif Al-Jedaia, as well as two students from Qatar Foundation schools: Aisha Hilal Al Mohannadi from Qatar Academy Al Khor and Jabr Ali Al Mohannadi from Tariq Bin Ziad School.
In the Akhlaquna Youth category, Huiam Obaid, Meera Yousef Al-Kaabi, and Rashid Mohammed Al Ghafri were recognised.
Jaffrin Alliyah Choudury received the Akhlaquna Individual Contributions Award – Qatar for her initiative, “Feed a Friend,” which provides meals and essential support to those in need, benefiting more than 46,000 individuals with the help of over 2,500 volunteers.
The initiative continues to promote compassion and social responsibility while helping communities regain stability.
“This recognition marks an important milestone in the journey of the initiative, not only on a personal level but also for the communities that have been part of it,” Choudury said.
Hilal Said Al Dhuhli from the Sultanate of Oman was honored with the Akhlaquna Individual Contributions Award – GCC for his initiative, “Esmani,” which empowers people who stutter through specialized training while raising awareness and advocating for greater inclusion.
The “Bunyan Club” initiative, led by Mohammed Nasser Al Jabri, won the Akhlaquna Youth (Groups) category. The initiative promotes a culture of community service and volunteerism, enhancing students’ awareness of social issues while developing their professional and interpersonal skills.
Akhlaquna Day also featured a panel discussion titled “Youth and Ethics in Times of Crisis,” during which members of the Bunyan Club presented their initiative.
Speaking at the event, Vice President for Strategic Educational Initiatives in Pre-University Education at Qatar Foundation, Sheikha Noof Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani emphasised the importance of values-driven development.
“Today, we affirm that true investment lies not only in knowledge, but in the ethical values that guide it. Since 2017, we have not simply been building a programme, we have been creating lasting impact,” she said.
She highlighted the initiative’s evolution, including the expansion of award categories, the launch of the Akhlaquna Ambassadors Club, and greater engagement with families. This year also saw the introduction of a dedicated category for youth aged 18 to 25.
“Our ninth season has delivered tangible outcomes,” she added. “Through widespread participation and engagement with thousands of students and young people, we have shown that when values take root, they shape individuals.”
She also announced this year’s ethical campaign under the slogan, “Responsibility is a Trust,” describing it as a call for individuals to recognize their role in shaping society and to act with integrity and accountability.
Launched in 2017, Qatar Foundation’s Akhlaquna initiative highlights the connection between education and strong moral values, celebrating individuals whose actions make meaningful contributions to society. To date, 79 ambassadors have been appointed from among the initiative’s winners.
