QF Wins Ministry Award for National Sports Day Events

Doha, March 29 (QNA) - Ministry of Youth and Sports has honoured Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) for organising events during National Sport Day (NSD) celebrated here February 10. HE Qatar's Minister of Youth and Sports Salah bin Ghanem bin Nasser Al Ali presented the award to QF Chairman for National Sport Day Committee Mohammed Al Naimi who accepted the award, QF said in a media statement Sunday. Over 11,500 people of all ages took part in 50 sports events organised by QF at Education City to promote healthy living. QF President Engineer Saad Al Muhannadi said, "This award recognises QF for encouraging men, women, and children of all ages and athletic abilities to lead healthier lifestyles." Al Naimi said "QF gives importance to engage people in our activities and encourage them to lead healthy lifestyles." Local organizations followed guidelines set out by the Ministry of Youth and Sports for NSD. They included activities that have appeal to a cross section of the community, are cost effective, and show how to promote healthy living. Qatar celebrates NSD on second Tuesday of February every year since 2012. (QNA)