Lausanne: HE President of Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and member of the Olympic Refuge Foundation (ORF) Board Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani met on Monday with HE President-Elect of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Kirsty Coventry, on the sidelines of the ORF's annual board meeting held at the Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland.

According to Qatar News Agency, the meeting was attended by HE Vice Chairperson of Qatar Foundation Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani. This attendance underscored the shared commitment of the QOC and Qatar Foundation to supporting refugee causes through sport, education, and community development.

During the meeting, both sides discussed a range of topics of mutual interest, focusing on the promotion of cooperation in the areas of sports governance, youth empowerment, and the expansion of Olympic-driven initiatives. These discussions aimed at leveraging sport as a tool for sustainable development and social cohesion.

The meeting also addressed sport programs designed for refugees and youth in host communities. Additionally, discussions were held on ways to strengthen partnerships with international organizations to enhance the global impact and visibility of the ORF.