Confrences & More

His participation highlighted the Agricultural Cost Study Model, a research project conducted in collaboration between SESRI and the Ministry of Municipality. The discussion focused on the importance of agricultural research and data in supporting food security planning and improving decision-making in Qatar’s agricultural sector.

This conference aims to bring together a distinguished group of experts, international and local researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders in society to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to the Sustainable Development Goals. It will do so by promoting knowledge exchange, presenting best practices, and generating actionable insights for implementation in line with economic, social, and cultural policies, amid the major challenges facing our region.

During the conference, participants will have the opportunity to attend keynote lectures, panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions covering a wide range of topics.

Workshop on Understanding Family Cohesion in Qatar: The Social and Economic Survey Research Institute held a workshop titled “Understanding Family Cohesion in Qatar.” The workshop shed light on the dynamics and consequences of family relationships within the Qatari context. It also shared the findings of the Family Cohesion Project, which was implemented in collaboration with the Doha International Family Institute. This project is considered a milestone in the ongoing efforts to understand family connectedness and solidarity in Qatar. The event included an in-depth, data-driven analysis and scientific discussions covering different aspects of the concept of family cohesion, including the social, economic, and cultural dimensions specific to the State of Qatar. The workshop aimed to provide experimental insights and scientific evaluations that contribute to a deeper understanding of the importance of family cohesion in Qatar.

The session highlighted important insights from the survey and explored how the findings can support evidence based decision making, policy development, and future research. Participants also had the opportunity to engage in discussion around the implications of the results and their relevance to Qatar’s social and economic landscape.

The workshop aimed to clarify the components of national identity in the State of Qatar and identify its determinants. The event presented the findings of the National Identity Project.

The event included an in-depth, data-driven analysis and scientific discussions covering different aspects of the concept of national identity, including the social, economic, and cultural dimensions specific to the State of Qatar.

Researchers, scholars, and experts presented their research findings. The event provided insights, empirical evidence, and scientific evaluations, while connecting researchers with relevant stakeholders and beneficiaries in both the public and private sectors to discuss their experiences related to this topic.

Training of Fieldworkers for the Study Estimating the Number of Unowned Pets/Animals — Stray Dogs

Workshop: Qatar Education Study 2022 — Towards Agenda 2030: 

The workshop focused on supporting the analysis of agricultural data and strengthening participants’ ability to use SPSS for research and data-related work.

Day 1: FAIR Data

Day 2: Data Management

Day 3: Metadata Management

The session also provided an opportunity to review the results of the first phase of the project.

Dr. Le Trung Kien from SESRI’s Research Department presented a workshop on “Sampling and Weighting”, where he discussed related statistical issues.

The workshop aimed to keep SESRI staff up to date with recent developments in sampling methods within survey research.

The workshop was attended by more than 40 participants from academia, government entities, and the private sector.

Participants discussed ways to improve the design of projects and government interventions in order to support and influence policy change.

The event took place on Monday, November 27, 2023, at the Research Complex (H10), Auditorium, Qatar University.

The event featured comprehensive, data-driven analyses and academic discussions on different aspects of the World Cup, including its social, economic, and cultural impacts on Qatar and the global football landscape. Researchers, scholars, and experts presented findings from their studies on the impact of the tournament on Qatar, offering evidence-based insights and scientific evaluations of the wider effects of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™.

The session, titled “Current Labor Market Challenges in Qatar and the MENA Region,” took place at the Research Complex (H10), Auditorium, Qatar University.

The event was organized in collaboration with the College of Business and Economics at Qatar University. It brought together senior policymakers, labor market experts, academics, stakeholders, young researchers, and graduate students to discuss key labor market issues and more flexible policy approaches.

The session was attended by the Waste Management and Recycling Center at the Ministry of Municipality, representatives from charitable organizations in Qatar, the Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities, and members of the private sector. The discussion focused on ideas for developing an innovative mobile application that would support a sustainable solution for food insecurity and food waste in Qatar. All participating entities approved the final concept of the application and agreed to begin its development.

The session took place at the College of Engineering Building (H07), Auditorium, Qatar University. The event highlighted the results of the 2022 Agricultural Census and the Agricultural Costs and Productivity Survey in both the livestock and plant production sectors. It also discussed the impact of the census findings on Qatar’s food security strategy. Experts and researchers presented research findings on the key results, supported by posters showcasing the outputs of this important research project.

The session took place at the College of Engineering Building (H07), Auditorium, Qatar University. The event highlighted the results of the 2022 Agricultural Census and the Agricultural Costs and Productivity Survey in both the livestock and plant production sectors. It also discussed the impact of the census findings on Qatar’s food security strategy.

Experts and researchers presented research findings on the key results, supported by posters showcasing the outputs of this important research project.

SESRI participated in a seminar presenting research findings under the title “Preserving Family Values in a Globalized World.”

The event was held under the sponsorship of the Qatar National Research Fund and focused on discussing research related to family values and their preservation in the context of globalization.

The session was organized by SESRI’s Policy Department, represented by the Sustainable Development Office, and brought together stakeholders from several sectors to discuss how the proposed application could connect food suppliers with consumers in a sustainable way. The discussion highlighted the role of technology in addressing social and economic challenges, reducing food waste, supporting food redistribution, and encouraging collaboration between government, private sector, and community organizations.

Participants also reviewed practical solutions related to managing surplus food, recycling food waste, and strengthening Qatar’s food security efforts through innovation and cross-sector cooperation.

The session focused on research design methods, with particular emphasis on randomized controlled trials and their use in scientific and survey-based research.

The event brought together specialists and researchers who presented insights, answered audience questions, and discussed how evidence-based research could help address youth challenges and support Qatar National Vision 2030.

The workshop focused on strengthening scientific writing skills, with an emphasis on thinking about policy impact, engaging policy in academic writing, and publishing in high-impact journals.

A training workshop was held to raise awareness about the risks of addiction and behavioral disorders. The workshop was organized by the Ministry of Social Development and Family in partnership with SESRI at Qatar University. It focused on the field and research application of a brief assessment, intervention, and referral-to-treatment approach for adolescents at risk of addiction and behavioral challenges.

The session brought together professionals from treatment and rehabilitation teams, including doctors, nurses, psychologists, and social workers, as well as specialists working in schools.

The workshop addressed key methods for identifying risky behaviors, raising awareness about substance abuse, referring cases to specialized treatment centers, and supporting adolescents through family, school, and community-based intervention.​

The series covered topics related to evidence collection, public policy recommendations, policy analysis challenges, and policy monitoring and evaluation.

During the event, SESRI members presented research posters related to their areas of work. The posters covered topics such as teaching and learning in surveys, including anticipating participant errors, and the importance of the Institutional Review Board in survey research, with a focus on SESRI’s research procedures.

The workshop was delivered by Dr. Noora Lari, Manager of the Policy Department and Vice-Chair of the QU-IRB Committee.

The session took place on February 25, 2021, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM via WebEx, and focused on research ethics, compliance, and Institutional Review Board procedures.​