Ghanaian Delegation Learns About QF initiatives & Upcoming Projects

Doha, January 24 (QNA) - The First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Ernestina Naadu Mills, visited Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) Tuesday . A welcoming committee, led by Rashed S. Al-Qurese Al-Marri, Projects Account Manager at QF, and Eid A. Aziz Al Sayed, Head of Protocol and Visitor Relations at QF, received Dr. Mills who is also chief supporter of basic education rights for all children worldwide and her delegation at the QF Visitors Center. They observed a presentation outlining the vision and mission of QF, before viewing a 3D scale model of the QF campus, including future construction projects. Dr. Mills is a passionate social worker and advocate for improved education in Ghana, where the schooling system faces serious challenges. According to a United Nations Development Programme report, published in 2011, one third of the population is unable to read and write. In 2009, the First Lady spearheaded a government program to provide over 1.6 million uniforms for students living in deprived communities across her home country. Her achievements have recently garnered international recognition, with the awarding of an honorary degree from the Goodwin College in the United States. Yet, despite such wide-ranging experience in the field of education, Dr. Mills was clearly impressed by what she saw at QF, stating, "After coming to see what Qatar Foundation has been involved in and the numerous projects it looks to begin, it is clear that it is a force to be reckoned with internationally." During her visit, Dr. Mills reiterated the importance of governments worldwide investing in education as a means of reducing poverty. Following the QF presentation, the First Lady signed the Visitor s Book and was presented with a commemorative gift. Dr. Mills is visiting Doha this week, along with several other First Ladies, to attend the 5th International Shafallah Forum, hosted by the Shafallah Center for Children with Special Needs. (QNA)