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QF’s Awsaj Academy helps students overcome learning challenges
14 Mar 2021 - 8:26
Students attending Prime programme at Awsaj Academy.
Fazeena Saleem/ The Peninsula
A unique programme offered by Qatar Foundation’s Awsaj Academy equips students with the necessary skills to transition from school to university to the job market.
Since its launch, “Prime” programme has supported more than 150 boys and girls to be better able to deal more effectively with their educational difficulties.
“The Prime programme was launched in 2016, for students from grades 10 to 12, between the ages of 18 and 25, with the aim of helping students overcome the educational difficulties they faced,” said Assistant Principal, Awsaj Academy, Essam Abdou.