Ooredoo supports Qatar Cancer Society’s activities, which fits within the framework of Ooredoo’s corporate social responsibility program in line with Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 to focus on the human factor and invest in human health.

The donation is Ooredoo’s contribution to achieving QCS’s vision to be a community partnership platform to make Qatar a leader in cancer prevention and its burden control.

Dr. Dera Al Dosari, Director of Resources Development Department at QCS , thanked Ooredoo for the kind gesture of supporting the Society, pointing to the previous co-operation between the two parties in raising public awareness of cancer through establishment of the Ooredoo Cancer Awareness Center in 2017.

He affirmed that QCS will continue efforts to achieve its mission to prevent cancer and control its burden in Qatar by working with our partners to educate the community, and to support, empower and advocate for individuals living with cancer, and to engage in professional development and scientific research in the field of cancer , pointing to the importance of community partnerships in fighting cancer.

He stressed that addressing cancer requires concerted efforts and constant co-operation between all institutions and agencies in the State, as QCS cannot operate in isolation from the others.

Sabah Rabiah Al-Kuwari, Director PR at Ooredoo, said: “We’re committed to supporting the communities in which we operate, a commitment which is an integral part of our corporate social responsibility strategy as we work towards achieving Qatar National Vision 2030. Healthcare is vital to the wellbeing of our communities, and in particular, supporting the most vulnerable members, and we’re proud to be working with Qatar Cancer Society in their efforts to fight cancer and take care of patients and their families.”

QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, announced its support for Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) aimed at preventing the risk of cancer, reducing cancer incidence, and raising community awareness.

This ongoing support and cooperation reflect the Bank’s keenness to enhance QCS’ programs to promote a culture of effective early detection, a key element to reach a conscious society  without  fears about  cancer , and in implementation of key local and international programs in the health sector as part of its corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Mr. Yousef Ali Darwish, General Manager Group Communications of QNB, said: “QNB’s support is part of our commitment to promoting public health and human development and pursue the goal of building a healthier and more prosperous society, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.” This confirms the Bank’s ongoing efforts to organize several awareness-raising activities such as marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month to increase attention and support for the prevention and early detection of breast cancer among our employees, Mr. Darwish added.

Mr. Darwish also confirmed that this support came as the world is fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic, especially that cancer patients are more likely to be infected by coronavirus due to their weakened immune systems and reduced ability to fight off infections. The Bank is committed to play an effective role in the battle against COVID-19 and be part of the ongoing efforts towards a COVID-free society, he asserted.

Dr. Dera Al-Dosari- Director of Resources Development Dep at QCS , expressed great thanks for the efforts being exerted by QNB Group, praising its distinguished support to tackle COVID-19 pandemic.

QCS guarantees a free-of-charge treatment for patients who cannot afford medical care in order to meet growing costs, Dr. Dera Al-Dosari-  renewing the Society’s initial commitment since its establishment in 1997 to treat all patients and to have no patient on the waiting list.

QCS conducts the Community Based Cancer Awareness Program to empower the community members with confirmed information to assist them in adapting healthy life styles in their daily life activities and raise their awareness and commitment to their health. The program targets all segments of society, including school and university students, employees of companies and institutions, and others.

QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents, providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 29,000 operating through 1,100 locations, with an ATM network of more than 4,200 machines.

The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) has supported Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) to aid with the medical expenses of patients who are unable to cover their treatment costs. This comes within a recent support agreement between the two entities.
The agreement aims to highlight the importance of the joint efforts to serve the community and fight cancer, and in line with Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030 to focus on the human factor and invest in human health.
Dr Sheikh Khaled bin Jabor Al Thani, Chairman  of QCS,  thanked the Social and Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) for the kind gesture of supporting the Society, whether in the field of patient treatment or cancer awareness, given  that this initiative is not the first for Daam  to support the Society, pointing  to the previous cooperation between the two parties in raising public awareness of cancer, ways to prevent it and importance of early detection.
He affirmed that QCS will continue  the efforts to achieve its vision to be the community partnership platform for making Qatar a leader in cancer prevention and its burden control, as well as its mission to achieve its goals through working with its partners to educate the community and support, empower and advocate for individuals living with cancer.
He wished that all institutions join hands to spread awareness of the disease, as well as provide support — both material and moral — to people living with the disease.

Chairman of Daam expressed his pleasure to have signed the agreement — and on behalf of the members of the Board of Directors — and said, “We are proud to contribute to such a vital cause, carrying out our responsibility towards our community. This agreement is beneficial to cancer patients in Qatar, who need support, specially in the situation arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. We all have seen the efforts exerted by the State to respond to the situation, and we all should be there to help.”
“In accordance with QNV 2030, our strategic framework focuses on the social sector in Qatar among other sectors, and we are translating this focus into initiatives as such, which target diversified groups in the society. This is not our first cooperation with QCS, as we foster a strategic and sustainable pattern in our relations with entities that share our goals and values.”

 Dr. Dera Al Dosari, Director of Resources Development Department at QCS, thanked the Social and Sport Contribution Fund (Daam) for contributing to the treatment expenses of patients especially with the high costs  of treatment, noting the importance of joining efforts to fight against cancer. “The last period witnessed a remarkable development of QCS until it became one of the pioneering societies in this field, in light of the presidency of Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabr Al Thani, who is doing his best to further improve it,” he added.