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Sasol's Accessible Qatar Initiative Proudly Launches the AI for Accessibility and Inclusion Report

Sasol’s Accessible Qatar initiative is proud to announce the launch of the AI for Accessibility and Inclusion report. This significant report was developed following a roundtable at the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) and represents a collaborative effort between Sasol’s Accessible Qatar initiative, Qatar’s Ministry of Social Development and Family (MSDF) and WISE. Moderated […]

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Accessible Qatar Champions Accessibility Inclusion and Belonging Inclusive at Tasmeem Doha 2024.

Sasol Qatar’s ‘Accessible Qatar’ initiative joined forces with Tasmeem Doha’s international biennial art and design conference on the topic of disability with a two-day workshop titled “Taking Down Barriers: The Art of Transforming Public Spaces into Playgrounds for All”. Developed by Sasol Qatar in 2016, “Accessible Qatar” the platform was the first of its kind […]

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A Gesture of Unity from Accessible Qatar and Step by Step Center

In the spirit of Ramadan, Accessible Qatar, a Sasol initiative dedicated to enhancing accessibility for the disabled community, has taken a meaningful step to embody its commitment to inclusivity. Through a collaborative effort with the Step by Step Centre for Special Needs, Accessible Qatar has distributed unique date boxes, a gesture that not only celebrates […]

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Sasol Qatar's initiative ‘Accessible Qatar’ leads round-table in collaboration with key stakeholders.

Sasol Qatar partnered with Qatar’s Ministry of Social Development and Family and the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) to bring together various stakeholders in a summit organised as a round-table focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Accessibility and Inclusion. The summit’s round-table, including representation from Public Affairs Manager Leyla Mroueh, was held at the […]

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Inclusivity at WBB: Breaking Barriers, Embracing All

West Bay Beach (WBB) Becomes the First Beach in Doha to Implement an Accessibility Ramp for People with Mobility Challenges West Bay Beach (WBB), a leading beach destination in Doha, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking PR campaign, “Inclusivity at WBB: Breaking Barriers, Embracing All.” As part of this initiative, WBB has […]

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All Kinds of Minds

Raising awareness of neurodiversity in the workplace. Article by: Sebastian de Groot van Embden I am dyslexic, and as someone who struggles with reading and writing, I am probably one of the most unlikely candidates to write an article. However, here I am, putting myself out there and sharing a bit about my experience and […]

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Maryam Al-Sulaiti – Accessible Qatar Ambassador and Disability Advocate

We are thrilled to welcome our Maryam Al-Sulaiti as one of our newly appointed Accessible Qatar Ambassadors. Building on her lived experience and work as a disability advocate, Maryam will be sharing her strategic advice and insights, and helping us to identify opportunities for growth and innovation as we strive to contribute to making Qatar […]

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Social Development operates "Muzn" hall to serve people with autism and disabilities

The Ministry of Social Development and Family and the Shafallah Center for People with Disabilities, in cooperation with Qatar Airways, announced the start-up of the “Muzn Lounge” at Hamad International Airport, which is designated for people with autism and disabilities, aiming to provide them with sensory integration while they are at the airport with their […]

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Minister of Social Development and Family: Qatar has harnessed all possible means to care for persons with disabilities

Her Excellency Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad, the Minister of Social Development and Family, affirmed that the State of Qatar has contributed, during the past decades, to harnessing all possible means to care for persons with disabilities at all local and international levels. Up on chairing the second workshop on the “Arab Classification of […]

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Qatar announces its readiness to host the World

The State of Qatar announced its readiness to host and organize theFourth World Summit on Disability in Doha in 2028, in cooperation with the International Disability Alliance.This came in the statement of the State of Qatar delivered by HE Minister of Social Development and Family Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al-Misnad upon heading the delegation […]

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Sasol, Ministry of Education and FEC launch seventh Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2020

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC), announced the launch of the seventh edition of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest for all schools across Qatar. The announcement was made at a press conference held at the […]

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Sasol launches films on disability inclusion at the Doha International Conference on Disability and Development

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote inclusion and accessibility under its Definitely Able and Accessible Qatar initiatives, launched a series of films on disability inclusion at the Doha International Conference on Disability and Development (DICDD). The Doha International Conference on Disability and Development was held […]

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Sasol launches films on disability inclusion at the Doha International Conference on Disability and Development

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote inclusion and accessibility under its Definitely Able and Accessible Qatar initiatives, launched a series of films on disability inclusion at the Doha International Conference on Disability and Development (DICDD).The Doha International Conference on Disability and Development was held on […]

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Accessible Qatar supports Museum of Illusion to become more inclusive for people with disabilities

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote inclusion and accessibility under its Accessible Qatar initiative, supported the newly opened Museum of Illusion to become more inclusive for people with disabilities, and arranged a special visit of the initiative’s Ambassadors on the occasion of the International Day […]

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Accessible Qatar supports Museum of Illusion to become more inclusive for people with disabilities

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote inclusion and accessibility under its Accessible Qatar initiative, supported the newly opened Museum of Illusion to become more inclusive for people with disabilities, and arranged a special visit of the initiative’s Ambassadors on the occasion of the International Day […]

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Accessible Qatar delivers accessibility awareness training to the National Museum of Qatar staff to improve cultural experiences for all

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, under its Accessible Qatar initiative, delivered Accessibility Awareness Training to the staff at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) on 5 November 2019. The one-day workshop involved practical advice and information about how to assist disabled guests and visitors. Jennifer Stirling, […]

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Accessible Qatar delivers accessibility awareness training to the National Museum of Qatar staff to improve cultural experiences for all

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, under its Accessible Qatar initiative, delivered Accessibility Awareness Training to the staff at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) on 5 November 2019. The one-day workshop involved practical advice and information about how to assist disabled guests and visitors. Jennifer Stirling, […]

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Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol and FEC Honor Winners of Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2019

Under the patronage of HE Dr. Mohammed Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi, Minister of Education and Higher Education, the 6th Edition of the Qatar e-Nature schools contest concluded with an award ceremony that was held yesterday at Wyndham West Bay Hotel.Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, launched the 2019 schools contest in cooperation with […]

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Sasol and Vodafone Qatar promote accessibility

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, represented by its Accessible Qatar social responsibility initiative, has announced that it is engaging with Vodafone Qatar to conduct detailed accessibility audits of Vodafone stores to make it possible for disabled people to visit these stores and to promote awareness on the issues of accessibility and inclusion. […]

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Sasol and Vodafone Qatar promote accessibility

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, represented by its Accessible Qatar social responsibility initiative, has announced that it is engaging with Vodafone Qatar to conduct detailed accessibility audits of Vodafone stores to make it possible for disabled people to visit these stores and to promote awareness on the issues of accessibility and inclusion.So […]

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Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2019 Finalists Announced

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol – the international integrated chemicals and energy company – and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) announced the four teams that have qualified for the finals of the sixth Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest. The quarter and semifinals were held at Al Markhiya Primary School for Girls […]

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Sasol Supports Qatar’s Deaf Community through its Accessible Qatar Initiative

Sasol, the international integrated chemical and energy company, offered its support to the deaf community through its ‘Accessible Qatar’ Ambassadors Program by donating resources to the deaf winter camp. The camp, held annually by the Qatari Center of Social Cultural for the Deaf (QCSCD) and attended by nearly 100 members of the community, features various […]

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Sixth Edition of Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest Qualifying Rounds Launched This Week

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, along with Sasol – the international integrated chemicals and energy company – and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC), announced the kick-off of the quarter-final and semi-final rounds of Qatar e-Nature schools contest in its sixth consecutive year. The Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest is designed to encourage […]

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The Ministry of Municipality and Environment, Sasol, and ORYX GTL launch "Fun Days with Qatar e-Nature" at 7 Public parks

In an initiative designed to raise environmental awareness and promote knowledge in an interactive and engaging way, the Ministry of Municipality and Environment represented by the Public Parks Department (PPD), Sasol, and ORYX GTL announced the launch of “Fun Days with Qatar e-Nature”, a series of family entertainment activities in seven public parks in Qatar. […]

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Sasol names three ambassadors for its Accessible Qatar initiative for 2019

In a multi-activity event on 3 December to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced the names of the three ambassadors for its Accessible Qatar initiative for 2019. In partnership with the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs, The Qatar Social & Cultural Center […]

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Sasol names three ambassadors for its Accessible Qatar initiative for 2019

Announcement of 2019 Accessible Qatar Ambassadors In a multi-activity event on 3 December to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced the names of the three ambassadors for its Accessible Qatar initiative for 2019. In partnership with the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs, […]

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Sasol announces launch of sixth Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2019

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol, and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) announced the launch of the sixth edition of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest. The announcement was made at a news conference held at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and attended by representatives of the organizers, schools, and […]

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Sasol launches a series of films to raise awareness about the blind

Cinema Scenario Cosmetics Scenario Workplace Scenario Restaurant Scenario Doctor’s Office Scenario Retail Store Scenario Daily Lifestyle Scenarios In partnership with UNESCO and Qatar National Library, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, launched a series of films to raise awareness about the challenges that the blind and visually impaired face in their daily lives. […]

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Sasol launches a series of films to raise awareness about the blind

In partnership with UNESCO and Qatar National Library, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, launched a series of films to raise awareness about the challenges that the blind and visually impaired face in their daily lives. The launch marked the International Cane Day and UNESCO-ITU Regional Digital Inclusion for Arab States. Released as […]

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Sasol expands accessibility to exhibitions

Through its leading community initiative Accessible Qatar (AQ), Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, has issued accessibility guidelines to improve access for people with disabilities to exhibition stands and developed a system to conduct accessibility audits for these stands. Recent exhibitions audited include the International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ 2018), the 15th Project Qatar […]

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Sasol expands accessibility to exhibitions

Through its leading community initiative Accessible Qatar (AQ), Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, has issued accessibility guidelines to improve access for people with disabilities to exhibition stands and developed a system to conduct accessibility audits for these stands. Recent exhibitions audited include the International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ 2018), the 15th Project Qatar […]

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Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2016

Sasol, Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Friends of the Environment Centre announce Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2016 Doha, Qatar – Evolving in its third year, the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest, organized by Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, will take an exciting new […]

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Accessible Qatar Supports Braille Printing

Continuing its support for the blind community in Qatar, and under its expanding initiative Accessible Qatar, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced the donation of a new braille printer to the Qatar Social and Cultural Center for Blind (QSCCB). The braille printer will replace an older model currently in use, to print […]

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Accessible Qatar Supports Braille Printing

Continuing its support for the blind community in Qatar, and under its expanding initiative Accessible Qatar, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced the donation of a new braille printer to the Qatar Social and Cultural Center for Blind (QSCCB). The braille printer will replace an older model currently in use, to print […]

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Sasol and Ooredoo Support Qatar’s First Wheelchair Fencing Classes

Qatar’s first wheelchair fencing classes launched today at the French-Qatari School Lycee Voltaire under the sponsorship of Definitely Able, a Sasol initiative, and local telecommunications provider Ooredoo. Organized by the Clement Fencing Academy, the classes will demonstrate the important role of sports in improving fitness and enhancing self-confidence for people with disabilities. Sasol, the international […]

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Sasol and Ooredoo Support Qatar’s First Wheelchair Fencing Classes

Qatar’s first wheelchair fencing classes launched today at the French-Qatari School Lycee Voltaire under the sponsorship of Definitely Able, a Sasol initiative, and local telecommunications provider Ooredoo. Organized by the Clement Fencing Academy, the classes will demonstrate the important role of sports in improving fitness and enhancing self-confidence for people with disabilities.Sasol, the international integrated […]

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Sasol and Qatar Airways Support the Blind Community in Qatar

Al Noor Institute students perform “Qatar in the Eyes of the Disabled” operetta As part of its pioneering “Definitely Able” initiative, the international integrated energy and chemical company Sasol, along with Qatar Airways, sponsored “Qatar in the Eyes of the Disabled”, an operetta organized by the Al Noor Institute for the Blind to support the […]

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Sasol, Ministry of Education and Higher Education and FEC Honor Winners of Qatar e-Nature School Contest 2018

Under the patronage of HE Dr. Mohammed Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi, Minister of Education and Higher Education, the Qatar e-Nature School Contest 2018 concluded with an awards ceremony at the Sheraton Hotel. Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, launched the contest in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Friends […]

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Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2018 Finalists Announced

Five schools survive intense competition to advance in nature awareness competition The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol – the international integrated chemicals and energy company – and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) announced the five schools that have qualified for the finals at the fifth Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest. The quarterfinals […]

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Sasol showcases two leading CSR initiatives at AgriteQ and honored by Minister of Municipality & Environment

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, participated in the sixth edition of Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ), which was held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) between 20 and 22 March 2018. Sasol showcased its two leading Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, Accessible Qatar and Qatar e-Nature, winning recognition and a memento […]

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Sasol showcases two leading CSR initiatives at AgriteQ and honored by Minister of Municipality & Environment

Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, participated in the sixth edition of Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ), which was held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) between 20 and 22 March 2018. Sasol showcased its two leading Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, Accessible Qatar and Qatar e-Nature, winning recognition and a memento […]

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Save the Dream, Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) and Sasol join forces to develop Blind Football in Qatar

High-profile athletes, coaches and footballers brought together for the occasion of the National Sport Day to launch the “A Ball for All” project Prominent footballers, coaches, international experts and representatives from sport organisations and clubs came together today for the launch of ‘A Ball for All’ – a project to promote access to the practice […]

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Save the Dream, Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) and Sasol join forces to develop Blind Football in Qatar

High-profile athletes, coaches and footballers brought together for the occasion of the National Sport Day to launch the “A Ball for All” project. Prominent footballers, coaches, international experts and representatives from sport organisations and clubs came together today for the launch of ‘A Ball for All’ – a project to promote access to the practice […]

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Sasol and the Qatari National Committee for Education, Culture and Science organize Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training

In cooperation with Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, the Qatari National Committee for Education, Culture and Science organized a two-day training workshop on accessibility awareness and audit to representatives from the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. This accessibility audit training falls under Sasol’s corporate social responsibility […]

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Sasol and the Qatari National Committee for Education, Culture and Science organize Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training

In cooperation with Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, the Qatari National Committee for Education, Culture and Science organized a two-day training workshop on accessibility awareness and audit to representatives from the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. This accessibility audit training falls under Sasol’s corporate social responsibility […]

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Sasol and QDA Launch Diabetes Education Room

Located at Qatar Diabetes Association, a member of Qatar FoundationTo mark World Diabetes Day 2017, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, and Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA), a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), have launched a Diabetes Education Room to raise awareness and improve outcomes in managing childhood diabetes.The Diabetes Education Room was inaugurated […]

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Aspire Zone Foundation officially launches the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire” for Disability Challengers

In collaboration with Sasol and D-Adapt: Aspire Zone Foundation officially launches the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire” for Disability ChallengersAspire Zone Foundation (AZF) has officially launched the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire”, a pioneering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme that benefits people with disabilities, at the indoor swimming pool in Aspire Dome, the largest multipurpose dome of […]

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Aspire Zone Foundation officially launches the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire” for Disability Challengers

In collaboration with Sasol and D-Adapt: Aspire Zone Foundation officially launches the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire” for Disability Challengers Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF) has officially launched the “Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire”, a pioneering Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme that benefits people with disabilities, at the indoor swimming pool in Aspire Dome, the largest multipurpose dome […]

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Sasol and Parks Department Open Regions First Inclusive Playground

Al Legtaifiya Park Location Under the patronage of H.E Mohammad Bin Abdullah Al-Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, together with the Parks Department of the Ministry of Municipality and Environment, opened the first Inclusive Playground in the region today at Al Legtaifiya Park. Featuring modified playground equipment […]

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Sasol and Parks Department Open Regions First Inclusive Playground

Al Legtaifiya Park Location Under the patronage of H.E Mohammad Bin Abdullah Al-Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, together with the Parks Department of the Ministry of Municipality and Environment, opened the first Inclusive Playground in the region today at Al Legtaifiya Park. Featuring modified playground equipment […]

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Ministry of Education, Sasol, and FEC Launch Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2018

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol, and the Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) announced the launch of the fifth edition of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest for all primary schools across Qatar. The contest encourages students to discover Qatar’s rich nature and learn more about the environmental diversity in the country through […]

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The South African Embassy Joins Sasol and Nando’s in Qatar to Support Accessibility for All

In an initiative to encourage accessibility within Nando’s restaurants across Qatar, the South African Embassy combined between Sasol’s efforts to promote accessibility in the country and Nando’s willingness to create accessible restaurants. The event was organized by the two South African companies, and was attended by His Excellency Prof. Shirish Soni, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary […]

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The South African Embassy Joins Sasol and Nando’s in Qatar to Support Accessibility for All

In an initiative to encourage accessibility within Nando’s restaurants across Qatar, the South African Embassy combined between Sasol’s efforts to promote accessibility in the country and Nando’s willingness to create accessible restaurants. The event was organized by the two South African companies, and was attended by His Excellency Prof. Shirish Soni, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary […]

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Sasol and Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy Partner to Ensure Accessible Tournament and Legacy

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, partnered with the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) to deliver Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to the SC’s Accessibility Forum members. The two-day workshop, held as part of the Accessible Qatar initiative, took place at the SC’s headquarters and […]

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Sasol and Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy Partner to Ensure Accessible Tournament and Legacy

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, partnered with the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) to deliver Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to the SC’s Accessibility Forum members. The two-day workshop, held as part of the Accessible Qatar initiative, took place at the SC’s headquarters and […]

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Sasol and QTA Partner to Train Tourism Inspectors on Accessibility Auditing

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, partnered with Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) to deliver Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to a team of inspectors from the department of Tourism Licensing. The two-day workshop, held as part of the Accessible Qatar initiative, involved theoretical sessions at QTA headquarters, […]

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Sasol and QTA Partner to Train Tourism Inspectors on Accessibility Auditing

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, partnered with Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) to deliver Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to a team of inspectors from the department of Tourism Licensing. The two-day workshop, held as part of the Accessible Qatar initiative, involved theoretical sessions at QTA headquarters, […]

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Accessible Qatar awards Qatar’s most accessible venues

Ceremony recognizes the importance of accessibility for all Doha, Qatar –The Accessible Qatar Conference concluded this evening with an awards ceremony recognising the most accessible venues in Qatar for the mobility impaired. Held at the Intercontinental Doha the City and supported by Qatar Tourism Authority, the ceremony was attended by key government figures, developers, and […]

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Accessible Qatar awards Qatar’s most accessible venues

Ceremony recognizes the importance of accessibility for all Doha, Qatar –The Accessible Qatar Conference concluded this evening with an awards ceremony recognising the most accessible venues in Qatar for the mobility impaired. Held at the Intercontinental Doha the City and supported by Qatar Tourism Authority, the ceremony was attended by key government figures, developers, and […]

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The Accessible Qatar Conference Kicked-off Today

Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Accessible Qatar Conference organized by Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, and powered by IFP was officially inaugurated by Nasser Al Maslamani, Director of Planning and Quality, Qatar Tourism Authority and Phinda Vilakazi, […]

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The Accessible Qatar Conference Kicked-off Today

Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the Accessible Qatar Conference organized by Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, and powered by IFP was officially inaugurated by Nasser Al Maslamani, Director of Planning and Quality, Qatar Tourism Authority and Phinda Vilakazi, […]

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QTA announces partnership with Sasol for first ever Accessible Qatar Conference

Conference allows project developers and contractors across the industry to develop infrastructure with accessibility in mind Doha, Qatar – Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) announced its partnership with Sasol for the first ever Accessible Qatar Conference being held on May 8th and 9th at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The conference will run over […]

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QTA announces partnership with Sasol for first ever Accessible Qatar Conference

Conference allows project developers and contractors across the industry to develop infrastructure with accessibility in mind Doha, Qatar – Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) announced its partnership with Sasol for the first ever Accessible Qatar Conference being held on May 8th and 9th at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC). The conference will run over […]

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A line-up of renowned influential speakers are set to speak at the anticipated Accessible Qatar Conference this May

Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, introduced by Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, under its CSR initiative “Accessible Qatar” and powered by Project Qatar, the 14th International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition, a line-up of high-profile personalities are […]

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A line-up of renowned influential speakers are set to speak at the anticipated Accessible Qatar Conference this May

Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, introduced by Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, under its CSR initiative “Accessible Qatar” and powered by Project Qatar, the 14th International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition, a line-up of high-profile personalities are […]

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The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol and FEC Recognize the Winners of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2017

Under the patronage of HE Dr. Mohammed Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi, Minister of Education and Higher Education, the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2017 concluded with the final live round and awards ceremony with the attendance of Mr. Khalifa Saad Al-Derham, Director of Schools Affairs and the representative of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. […]

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The Qatar e-Nature Semi Final Winners

The Qatar e-Nature Semi Final Winners AnnouncedContest Final and Awards Ceremony to Be Held 25 April Doha, Qatar – Five schools from across Qatar have qualified for the finals of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Competition 2017. 63 students from 21private and independent schools participated in the semi-finals, which took place this last week at the […]

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Saba Receives the CSR Innovation Award

The Corporate Social Responsibly (CSR) Committee at Qatar University has spearheaded its efforts to launch and develop initiatives that enhance CSR in Qatar. One of these initiatives is the innovation award, granted to anyone whose contributions positively impacted the Qatari society. Jack Saba, General Manager of Public Affairs at Sasol in Qatar won the CSR […]

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Sasol Recognised with a CSR Leadership Award

In a ceremony held at Qatar University, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, received a CSR Leadership Award on the occasion of the launch of the National CSR Report 2016. Sasol was among a select group of companies and NGOs active in the field of social responsibility that were awarded this accolade. The […]

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The 2017 Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest Qualifying Rounds launches this week

Over 250 students from 43 independent schools and 41 private schools from across Qatar will compete at the Qatar e-Nature quarter final rounds, from Sunday, 12 March to Thursday, 16 March 2017 with the semi-final rounds taking place on Sunday, 19 March, 2017 at Maymouna Primary Independent School for Girls. This year the competition was […]

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Save the Dream and Sasol join forces on National Sport Day 2017

Save the Dream and Sasol join forces on National Sport Day 2017 to promote education and inclusivity through sport High-profile athletes and footballers from Al Sadd Football Club, including Xavi Hernandez, show support for blind football “A ball for all” – landmark event pioneers new football for blind and visually-impaired young people in Qatar High-profile […]

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Save the Dream and Sasol join forces on National Sport Day 2017

Save the Dream and Sasol join forces on National Sport Day 2017 to promote education and inclusivity through sport
High-profile athletes and footballers from Al Sadd Football Club, including Xavi Hernandez, show support for blind football
“A ball for all” – landmark event pioneers new football for blind and visually-impaired young people in Qatar

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Accessible Qatar Receives Access Certified Accreditation from Mada

Accessible Qatar, a first-of-its-kind in the region created by Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company was awarded “Access Certified web accessibility accreditation”, by Mada (Qatar Assistive Technology Centre) for applying the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 at the priority levels A and AA (WCAG 2.0 AA). This recognition showcases that the Accessible Qatar […]

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Sasol Introduces Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training for Government Representatives

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, with the support of the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, conducted Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to teams from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Ministry of Public Health, the Qatar National Commission and Qatar Petroleum in […]

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Sasol Introduces Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training for Government Representatives

Continuing to promote awareness about accessibility, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, with the support of the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, conducted Accessibility Awareness and Audit Training to teams from the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Ministry of Public Health, the Qatar National Commission and Qatar Petroleum in […]

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Sasol and The British Council Join Forces to Support Accessibility in Qatar

Continuing their ongoing collaboration for inclusion, Sasol supported the British Council’s annual Diversity Week by presenting an accessibility workshop for students and staff. Moreover, the British Council announced their official support for the Accessible Qatar initiative; its students will be contributing to the application’s user submitted reviews. Sasol’s accessibility consultant, Jennifer Stirling, conducted the workshop, […]

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Sasol and The British Council Join Forces to Support Accessibility in Qatar

Continuing their ongoing collaboration for inclusion, Sasol supported the British Council’s annual Diversity Week by presenting an accessibility workshop for students and staff. Moreover, the British Council announced their official support for the Accessible Qatar initiative; its students will be contributing to the application’s user submitted reviews. Sasol’s accessibility consultant, Jennifer Stirling, conducted the workshop, […]

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Sasol Receives “Best Initiative on CSR in the Energy Sector in Qatar” Award for Qatar e-Nature

Building on its continuous success, Sasol won “Best Initiative on CSR in the Energy Sector in Qatar” for its ongoing Qatar e-Nature initiative. Phinda Vilakazi, President of GTL Ventures and Jack Saba, General Manager of Public Affairs at Sasol, received the award at the fourth Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility and Awards, which was organised […]

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Sasol & IFP announce Accessible Qatar partnership with Project Qatar 2017

On the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced its support, as Accessibility Partner, for the 2017 edition of Project Qatar, the 14th International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition. Through this partnership Sasol, with its initiative “Accessible Qatar”, aims to raise awareness on […]

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Sasol & IFP announce Accessible Qatar partnership with Project Qatar 2017

On the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced its support, as Accessibility Partner, for the 2017 edition of Project Qatar, the 14th International Construction Technology and Building Materials Exhibition. Through this partnership Sasol, with its initiative “Accessible Qatar”, aims to raise awareness on […]

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Launch the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre Launch the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest Doha, Qatar – Evolving in its fourth year, the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) announced the launch of the 2017 edition of the Qatar e-Nature Schools […]

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On the occasion of World Diabetes Day Sasol and Qatar Diabetes Association launch the Health Park Board Games

Doha, Qatar – Marking World Diabetes Day, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company and Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF), launched a new educational tool, “the Health Park with Salem and Sarah”, developed to support children and families living with type 1 diabetes […]

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Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2016 Winners

Sasol, Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Friends of the Environment Centre Celebrate Winners of the Qatar e-Nature Schools Contest 2016 Doha, Qatar – Under the patronage of HE Dr. Mohammed Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi, Minister of Education and Higher Education, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, The Ministry of Education and […]

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Sasol and Partners Launch “Accessible Qatar” to Benefit Disabled Community

Mobile application and website to provide reliable information on accessibility of venues around Qatar Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced today the launch of the Accessible Qatar initiative under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment, at Katara Hall in the presence of high-profile […]

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Sasol and Partners Launch “Accessible Qatar” to Benefit Disabled Community

Mobile application and website to provide reliable information on accessibility of venues around Qatar Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, announced today the launch of the Accessible Qatar initiative under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment, at Katara Hall in the presence of high-profile […]

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Accessible Qatar To Launch 1 June

Sasol and partners will launch the Accessible Qatar application and initiative on 1 June 2016 under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Rumaihi, Minister of Municipality and Environment, at Katara Hall in Doha in the presence of high-profile officials, dignitaries and media personnel. A line-up of distinguished spokespeople will be speaking at […]

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Accessible Qatar

Accessible Qatar is the region’s first smart phone application and website created by Sasol, that will provide validated and crowd-sourced information on the accessibility of popular locations around Qatar. Combining expertly-researched accessibility data with user-submitted reviews and ratings, the disabled community and tourists will be able to move about more confidently, knowing they can arrive […]

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Definitely Able “Voices” Film Takes International Award in Cannes

Building on the success of the Definitely Able Conference and ILHAM Art Exhibition held earlier this year, Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy and company, the British Council and The Film House have received a Silver Dolphin from the Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards for the film, “Voices”, which highlights six inspiring disabled […]

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Sasol Supports the 2015 Al Fikra Competition

Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company, announced its support, as main sponsor, for the 2015 edition of Al Fikra National Competition for start-ups. Organised by Qatar Development Bank and its partners, Al Fikra, now in its fourth year, is intended to be a catalyst for entrepreneurship in Qatar. Launching later this month, winners […]

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Definitely Able Conference 2015 Recommendation Report

The organisers of the 2015 Definitely Able Conference “Bridging Gaps, Enabling Inclusion” have published the outcome and recommendations following the event.These recommendations are the result of many sessions and discussions between local and international experts in the field of disability who participated in the conference during March 2015. Definitely Able Conference 2015 Recommendation Report

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Sasol Qatar Receives CSR Leadership Award

Sasol Qatar recently received a CSR Leadership award at a ceremony to launch the “Qatar CSR Report 2014.” The prestigious award is bestowed upon individuals representing private companies and NGOs for leadership in the field of social responsibility in Qatar. The ceremony was held at Qatar University on March 4th 2015, in the presence of […]

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Sasol and Friends of The Environment Centre Receive Award From Ministry of Environment for Qatar e-Nature Mobile Application

Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre received an award from the Minister of Environment, His Excellency Ahmad Bin Amer Al Humaidi, in recognition of their valuable contribution to the preservation of the State of Qatar’s environmental resources, by developing the one-of-its-kind, smartphone application, Qatar e-Nature. Jack Saba, General Manager of Public Affairs received the […]

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‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest concludes with a grand awards ceremony

Doha, Qatar – Under the patronage of HE Dr. Mohammed Abdul Wahed Al Hammadi, Minister of Education and Higher Education, Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company, Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC) and the Supreme Education Council (SEC) marked the conclusion of the two and a half month  ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest with […]

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Qatar e-Nature Application Picks Up Another International Accolade

29 March 2015, Doha, Qatar – Qatar e-Nature, the first-of-its-kind smartphone application in the region, has received a second honour for excellence. In a ceremony in Kuwait, representatives of Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre received a “Best Arab Government Smart Applications” award as part of the Smart Government Awards. Nominations from UAE, Oman, […]

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Coinciding with the Definitely Able Conference ORYX GTL Supports Shafallah Center with 10 Accessible Busses

Doha, Qatar, 22 March 2015: As a part of its corporate social responsibility programme, ORYX GTL announced during the Definitely Able Conference that it will donate 10 custom made specially equipped busses to Shafallah Center for Children with Special Needs. The vehicles will enable transportation at high standards of safety and comfort for students with disabilities from […]

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Sasol and the British Council work together to challenge perceptions about disability

Doha, Qatar, 18 March 2015 – Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani, the Definitely Able Conference opened today at the Museum of Islamic Art, Doha. Sasol and the British Council, in partnership with Qatar Museums, partnered to organise the conference and accompanying ILHAM art exhibition, the latter continuing through March […]

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Launch of the Definitely Able Conference and ILHAM Art Exhibition

Sasol and The British Council Announce Definitely Able Conference and ILHAM Art Exhibition in Partnership with Qatar Museums. Conference 18-19 March; ILHAM Exhibition Open to the Public 18-27 March at Museum of Islamic Art in Doha. Doha, Qatar, 9 March 2015: Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company, and the British Council, the UK’s […]

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Qatar e-Nature Application Receives Best Mobile Government Award

Sasol and Friends of the Environment Centre received the Best mobile-Government Service Award in the environment category on a regional level for their Qatar e-Nature application. The award was presented by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Dr. Saif Al-Hajari, Chairman of the Friends of […]

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Artists get inspired by Doha and MIA

The works selected for display at the Definitely Able Art exhibition include a series of new commissions that are inspired by the collections at the Museum of Islamic Art, as well as existing works of art influenced by the characteristics of Islamic Art, design and craft. Working alongside the British Council’s advisor Sean Williams in […]

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Sasol and FEC Update Qatar e-Nature App with Reptiles & Mammals

Support from Supreme Education Council will bring application to additional schools in Qatar Launched in December 2013, the Qatar e-Nature application was created by Sasol in association with Friends of the Environment Centre (FEC). Qatar e-Nature has now been updated to include the rich diversity of mammals and reptiles that are found across the State […]

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Qatar Diabetes Association and Sasol introduce new mascot toys to ease anxiety in children with diabetes

Doha 28 September 2014: Qatar Diabetes Association (QDA), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF), in collaboration with Sasol, has introduced new educational tools intended to reduce the fear and anxiety often associated with diabetes in young children. Custom-made for QDA, Salem and Sarah are plush characters developed to provide educational […]

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Sasol partners with QOC and Qatar Paralympic Committee for the ‘Definitely Able’ campaign

Sasol and the South African Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball team (WBSA) are partnering with the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) and the Qatar Paralympic Committee to launch ‘Definitely Able’, a joint initiative to promote awareness that “Being Disabled means Definitely Able’.The “Definitely Able” campaign involves the Qatar Olympic Committee and Athletes from the Qatar Paralympic Committee taking […]

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‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest concludes with grand awards ceremony

Doha, Qatar – Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company and Friends of the Environment Center (FEC) marked the conclusion of the two month long ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest with an awards ceremony at Sharq Village and Spa where the grand prize was two tickets and an all-expense paid nature trip to South Africa, […]

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Sasol and FEC announces ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest winners

Contest attracts more than 5,500 local participants, reaching to over 159,000 students in 162 schools. Concluding two months of activity by school children across Qatar, Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company and Friends of the Environment Center (FEC) have drawn the winners of the ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest, based on the successful ‘Qatar […]

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Sasol stages ‘The Lost Treasure’ play at the QP Environment Fair

Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company, is hosting an Arabic and English language environment play, ‘The Lost Treasure’, in Qatar, at the ongoing annual Qatar Petroleum Environment Fair. The educational children’s play with an environmental message is performing free of charge till the 26th April at the Qatar National Convention Centre. The play, […]

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British Paraorchestra performance strikes the right notes, driving the ‘Definitely Able’ message

Performance hosted by Sasol at Katara Opera House featuring the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra Sasol, the global integrated energy and chemical company, hosted the British Paraorchestra for its first ever concert in the Middle East for a joint performance with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra entitled, ‘Souls in Harmony’. Held under the patronage of Ms. Muneera Bint […]

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Sasol and Friends of the Environment Center launch ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest

Participants stand a chance to win a grand prize of a trip for two to discover the nature of South Africa and other attractive prizes. Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company and Friends of the Environment Center (FEC) launched today the ‘Qatar e-Nature’ schools contest, based on the successful ‘Qatar e-Nature’ app, at […]

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British Paraorchestra

Sasol, the global integrated energy and chemical company, will host the British Paraorchestra for its first ever performance in Qatar during a joint concert with the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra called, ‘Souls in Harmony’. Held under the patronage of Ms. Muneera Bint Nasser Al-Misnad, Chairperson of the board, Qatar Foundation for Social Work, the concert is […]

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Sasol and Friends of the Environment Center launch ‘Qatar e-Nature’ app

Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company and Friends of the Environment Center (FEC) have launched ‘Qatar e-Nature’, a bi-lingual interactive electronic application, aimed at increasing environmental public awareness among all social and age groups in Qatar. It contains detailed information and pictures of hundreds of plants, insects, and birds, as well as sounds […]

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Sasol to bring educational play to Qatar for QP Environment fair

Sasol, the international integrated energy and chemical company, announced today it will host the Arabic-language environment play ‘Shoo Fi Bil Jazeerah?’ (What is happening on the island?) for the first time in Qatar. The educational environmental children’s play will be performed free of charge during the annual Qatar Petroleum Environment fair taking place 14th – […]

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