Introduction

Qatar Cancer Society is a charity that was founded in 1997. It works under the Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities.

  • Member in the National Cancer Framework in Qatar

  • Member in the Gulf Federation for Cancer Control

  • Founding member of the International Cancer Prevention Consortium (ICPC)

  • The founder of Ooredoo Cancer Awareness Center (OCAC) in 2017, the first of its kind in the Middle East, which is sponsored and supported by Qatar Telecom Company-  Ooredoo.

Our Vision

A cancer-aware community and a better life for those affected

Our Mission

A non-profit charity that relies on donations and community partnerships in providing its services that seek to raise awareness of cancer and ways to prevent it and the importance of early detection, providing financial and psychosocial support to patients, recovered people and their families, and contributing to professional development and scientific research in the field of cancer

Strategic Goals (2025–2028)

In alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030, and under the leadership of H.E. Sheikh Dr. Khaled bin Jabor Al Thani – Founder and Chairman of the Board, the Qatar Cancer Society has developed a strategic plan for the years 2025 to 2028. This plan is aligned with all relevant national strategies and aims to position the Society as a key partner in achieving sustainable and inclusive development in the field of cancer care and awareness.

Main Strategic Outcome
An innovative charity that promotes cancer awareness across all segments of society and provides enhanced support for cancer patients and survivors.

This main outcome is supported by four intermediate results:

  1. Institutional Innovation and Partnership:
    A charity with institutional innovation and an enhanced role in collaboration with partners and supporters to deliver advanced services.

  2. Service Excellence and Beneficiary Satisfaction:
    A charity driven by continuous development and improvement of work systems to provide services that enhance beneficiary satisfaction.

  3. Human Capital Development:
    A charity that continually develops the competencies of dedicated employees and volunteers, strengthening its societal role in the field of cancer.

  4. Financial Sustainability and Resource Diversification:
    A charity based on innovative sources and diverse, efficient channels for fundraising and increasing financial investments to support service continuity and long-term sustainability.

Looking Ahead

The Society will continue to implement and enhance its strategic initiatives and programs to deliver innovative services that raise public awareness and improve the lives of cancer patients and their families.