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Tribune News Network
Doha
Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al Khaliji) has donated to the Qatar Autism Society (QAS) in support of its mission to aid and spread awareness about people with autism.
Commenting on the donation, Fahad Al Khalifa, Group Chief Executive Officer of al khaliji, said: “We support the Qatar Autism Society as part of our commitment to the social, physical and mental wellbeing of the Qatari society. The QAS has been instrumental in supporting individuals affected by autism and their families in addressing their specific needs and developing their full potential.
“The Qatar Autism Society’s work continues to make a difference for many, empowering them to live a fulfilling life. In this respect, QAS and al khaliji share a common goal in developing all aspects of the human and social development pillars of the Qatar National Vision 2030.”
Autism or autism spectrum disorder refers to a broad range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and non-verbal communication. It is now accepted that there is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. In Qatar, one in every 87 children are affected by autism as shown study by Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU).
A combination of genetic and environmental factors impact the development of autism, which is frequently accompanied with medical issues such as gastrointestinal disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances.
In line with its commitment towards the wellbeing and development of the community, al khaliji has been an avid supporter of the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs, Qatar Cancer Society (QSC) and Ehsan Center, among others.
Doha
Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al Khaliji) has donated to the Qatar Autism Society (QAS) in support of its mission to aid and spread awareness about people with autism.
Commenting on the donation, Fahad Al Khalifa, Group Chief Executive Officer of al khaliji, said: “We support the Qatar Autism Society as part of our commitment to the social, physical and mental wellbeing of the Qatari society. The QAS has been instrumental in supporting individuals affected by autism and their families in addressing their specific needs and developing their full potential.
“The Qatar Autism Society’s work continues to make a difference for many, empowering them to live a fulfilling life. In this respect, QAS and al khaliji share a common goal in developing all aspects of the human and social development pillars of the Qatar National Vision 2030.”
Autism or autism spectrum disorder refers to a broad range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and non-verbal communication. It is now accepted that there is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. In Qatar, one in every 87 children are affected by autism as shown study by Qatar Biomedical Research Institute (QBRI) of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU).
A combination of genetic and environmental factors impact the development of autism, which is frequently accompanied with medical issues such as gastrointestinal disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances.
In line with its commitment towards the wellbeing and development of the community, al khaliji has been an avid supporter of the Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs, Qatar Cancer Society (QSC) and Ehsan Center, among others.
