Doha:The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE), through its Early Education Department, organized a community awareness event titled “And the Story Continues” at the OliOli Children’s Museum in Katara Cultural Village. The event gathered 100 children along with their parents to promote awareness about early childhood development and to provide educational practices that support children’s growth and learning.
According to Qatar News Agency, the event was part of the “Enhancing Early Childhood Education” project, a strategic initiative under the “Sunrise” Programme. It builds upon the previous event, “Here… The Story Begins,” reflecting the ministry’s dedication to strengthening the family’s role as a key partner in education and laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Dhabia Mohammed Al Khulaifi, Director of the Early Education Department and National Lead of the Enhancing Early Childhood Education Project, emphasized the importance of equipping parents with the knowledge and practices needed to nurture a stimulating home environment. This approach aims to help children realize their full potential.
The event featured two group parental counseling sessions organized in collaboration with Kanaf Parenting Centre. The sessions, led by the centre’s Director, Dr. Maryam Ibrahim Al Malki, and Educational and Social Consultant Dr. Ibrahim Ahmed Atiya, focused on fostering positive relationships among siblings and effective communication with children, as well as promoting balanced use of smart devices and preparing children for kindergarten.
Additionally, the event included an interactive workshop with play-based educational activities that aimed to enhance family interaction and develop children’s critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. This initiative is part of MOEHE’s broader efforts to improve early childhood education quality and expand partnerships among families, educational institutions, and community organizations, aligning with Qatar National Vision 2030’s human and social development goals.