The Qatar Sports for All Federation, a partner of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, organized a sports and recreational day for children with autism, aiming to integrate them into sports and community activities. The event was held in cooperation with the Qatar Autism Society on the green lawn of Al-Gharafa Park on the afternoon of the day before yesterday, with strong participation from children who expressed great joy and excitement as they moved between the various games that were provided to entertain them and bring happiness to their hearts.

The sports and recreational activities offered to the children included fun running races, self-defense training through Muay Thai, simple volleyball games, archery, as well as playful and entertaining activities and mental stimulation games. The program also focused on encouraging the use and development of children’s personal skills, helping them learn ways to communicate with others, and enhancing their ability to work as part of a team.

This special sports day for children with autism represents an important aspect of the Qatar Sports for All Federation’s interests and its commitment to engaging with all segments of society, from children to senior citizens. The federation organizes numerous programs and activities targeting specific community groups that require special care and attention, such as children with autism and other people of determination and special needs. This stems from the federation’s core community role and its firm belief that sports have become one of the fastest and most effective means of achieving social inclusion.

Mr. Abdullah Al-Dosari, Executive Director of the Qatar Sports for All Federation, confirmed that this event holds special significance and comes within the context of ongoing cooperation between the federation and other community and sports institutions. Through coordination and collaboration, these efforts aim to integrate more members of society into sports activities organized by the Sports for All Federation in service of the community and in pursuit of major objectives, foremost among them creating a society that practices sports in a way that makes it a beneficial daily habit. He noted that this contributes to reducing illnesses caused by physical inactivity, poor dietary patterns, and unhealthy lifestyle habits. He emphasized that the federation will continue along this path with the aim of expanding the umbrella of community sports in Qatar and achieving the federation’s golden principle, which can be summed up in two words: “Sport is Life.