Awqaf supports expansion of ‘Wa Alhiqni Bis-Saliheen’ competition to all schools

Doha, Qatar - The General Directorate of Endowments within Qatar's Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs is set to broaden the "Wa Alhiqni Bis-Saliheen" competition to encompass private schools, complementing its current inclusion of government institutions. The upcoming iteration of this competition is anticipated to draw around 400 schools, alongside approximately 600 students.

Backed by the Scientific and Cultural Development Endowment Fund, the competition seeks to cultivate religious and moral values among students, fostering their application in daily life. A QR100,000 prize fund, comprising QR400 for first-place finishers, QR300 for second-place, and QR250 for third-place winners, has been allocated for the 2027 edition, expected to be held in April.

Principal Saeed Mushe Al Ahbabi of Khalid bin Al Waleed Preparatory School for Boys expressed confidence that the competition will expand to include all educational stages, not just government schools. Approximately 400 schools and 600 students are estimated to participate, figures that will be confirmed by actual registration.

The competition emphasizes the practical application of religious and moral values, moving beyond mere memorization of facts. Past participants included 150 schools and 116 parents across primary, preparatory, and secondary levels, indicating a growing interest in the initiative.

Parental involvement is deemed crucial, as it reinforces the connection between school teachings and home environments, fostering a more enduring impact on students' behavior. Financially, the upcoming competition will distribute QR77,000 in prizes, with QR8,000 earmarked for parents and QR15,000 for the closing ceremony. The competition is scheduled to commence with registration in the future, pending an official announcement.