Centre for Legal and Judicial Studies reports strong growth in H1 2026

The Centre for Legal and Judicial Studies (CLJS) reported substantial growth during the first half of 2026, showcasing increased activities in training, research, and digital outreach. In the first half of 2026, the centre trained 1,100 participants, a 16.4% increase from 945 participants during the same period in 2025. This growth was accompanied by a 34.8% rise in training activities, with 62 programs and courses delivered, up from 46 the previous year.

The centre also bolstered its research output, publishing seven papers in its Legal and Judicial Journal, which represents a more than 40% increase from the same period in 2025. These papers cover legal opinions, comparative law, and rulings from the Court of Cassation, providing valuable insights to legal practitioners, academics, and researchers.

The centre's digital legal awareness efforts have also grown significantly, with the "Bekhtisar" programme generating 12 million views and interactions online in the first quarter of 2026 alone. Additionally, the centre produced 28 digital awareness materials during the first half of 2026, including 15 videos, six posters, and seven specialized publications.

The centre's outreach expanded to nine distinct community segments, targeting school students, families, and public-sector employees. Dr. Abdullah Hamad al-Khaldi, the director of the CLJS, emphasized the centre's successful use of digital transformation to enhance program reach and social impact. The ministry noted this shift from traditional attendance-based engagement to digital platforms, youth clubs, and events like the Doha International Book Fair.

Established under Law No. 8 of 2001 and amended in 2005, the CLJS under the Ministry of Justice's mandate covers judicial and legal training, including for judges, prosecutors, legal professionals, and more. Its research and training extend beyond standard programs to include legal research, professional development, and international collaboration, as evidenced by the February 2026 GCC-wide judicial and legal training institute visit.

The centre's recent expansion in training programs, research publications, and digital outreach highlights its commitment to broadening its reach while maintaining its role in developing legal expertise in Qatar.