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The photo captures a Qatari youth crafting a fishing net with dedication, joy, and determination - weaving a tale of heritage and innovation. His expressive face adds a unique touch to the image, reflecting a story of passion and commitment. Driven by a passion for details, Zirari Djamel Eddine finds joy in capturing meaningful moments through his hobby of photography. Embracing life fully, he strives to appreciate and seize the beauty in every moment.

Science and Sustainability Award

Dr. Mohamed serves as a Co-investigator at Hamad Medical Corporation. He specializes in molecular biology, having completed his PhD at Kingston University-UK, where he researched the role of Protein Tyrosine Phosphatase Receptor Gamma (PTPRG) as a biomarker in chronic myeloid leukemia patients. Shedding new light on its importance as predictive value for response to treatment. Dr. Mohamed is now serving as Editorial review board of several prestigious journals.

Gonzalo is an ecologist recognized as a global leader in the promotion of sustainability. As executive director of Earthna, he guides the center’s mandate of enhancing Qatar’s role within the global sustainability policy ecosystem. His previous positions including Managing Director for External Affairs at Pluspetrol and Head of Biodiversity at the Global Environmental Facility.

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Science and Sustainability Award

Dr. Solaiman is Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Assistant Professor of Healthcare Law at HBKU Law, Qatar. He holds a PhD in Law from the University of Cambridge and is a Fellow at Harvard Medical School’s Center for Bioethics. He co-edited Research Handbook on Health, AI and the Law, the leading book in the field. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine – Qatar, with research focusing on AI governance.

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"Harmony in Urbanity: Integrating Nature for Sustainable Development in Doha", captured by Shabana Bibi, this image juxtaposes Doha's skyscrapers with the unexpected beauty of birds in flight. The natural foreground symbolises coexistence, reflecting Shabana's unique perspective. A resident of Doha for the past 14 years, Shabana balances homemaking with entrepreneurship and Henna art, and turns her lens to showcase the city's vibrant spirit. Through her lens, she envisions a sustainable future where nature and urbanity thrive together.

Dhows in Qatar were once crucial for trade and fishing but became old-fashioned due to oil. A restoration project aims to keep them in Gulf waters, aligning with Qatar's sustainability goals. This fits into the country's vision for a modern, eco-friendly society, even extending to green sailing vessels for sustainable tourism. Zara Habib, a 10-year-old, loves photography, using her phone to capture beauty and learn, inspired by exploration and discovering.

"I enjoy teaching Young Learners, even the lively ones, because it's both challenging and rewarding"

Over the years I've seen young Qataris and children from all over the world improve in leaps and bounds and this is partially due the British Council’s input. 

Elizabeth has taught children in West Africa, Italy, Dubai, England and Qatar. In Britain she trained as a professional teacher, gaining a PGCE and DELTA. She has worked for the British Council for over twenty years.