Doha, December 2, 2025: The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has concluded its
national initiative “Everyone Connected, Everyone Engaged”, launched earlier this year to mark
the 160th anniversary of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The closing activity of
the initiative was held in collaboration with “Best Buddies – Qatar”.
The closing activity featured an inclusive visit to the Space Radio Monitoring Center (SRMC),
where participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) engaged in interactive
learning of CRA’s advanced monitoring technologies. They explored monitoring vehicles,
attended live demonstrations of spectrum activities, and observed the “Al-Shaheen” drone in
action, which is used to detect and address interference on radio signals. This experience offered
participants valuable insights into how CRA safeguards communication signals and ensures
reliability of mobile, internet, and broadcasting services in Qatar.
Launched on World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, the initiative featured a
series of community-focused activities, including digital safety awareness for the elderly in
collaboration with Ehsan Center, in addition to initiatives empowering people with disabilities,
encouraging youth to innovate in the field of Information and Communications Technology (ICT),
and promoting digital culture within the community.
Amel Salem Al-Hanawi, Director of the Consumer Affairs Department at CRA, stated: “The
‘Everyone Connected, Everyone Engaged’ initiative reflects CRA’s commitment to promoting
digital inclusion in the State of Qatar and enabling all members of society to benefit equally from
ICT services. This initiative comes as part of CRA’s strategy to develop the ICT sector and support
the digital transformation journey, contributing to the ambitious goals of Qatar National Vision
2030 toward a diversified knowledge-based economy.”
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Sheikha Haya Al-Thani, Development and Inclusion Lead at Best Buddies Qatar, stated: “We
deeply value this meaningful collaboration with the Communications Regulatory Authority, which
gave our members an inspiring opportunity to explore advanced communication technologies.
Beyond learning, the visit strengthened their confidence and sense of belonging, reminding us
that inclusion is at the heart of every nation’s progress. At Best Buddies Qatar, we’re proud to be
part of a shared vision that empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
to take their place in Qatar’s digital future.
“Best Buddies – Qatar”, a non-profit organization under Qatar Social Work, works to enhance the
lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through programs promoting
friendship, employment, and leadership. By partnering with Best Buddies, CRA ensured that the
initiative not only showcased cutting-edge ICT technologies but also promoted inclusion,
confidence-building, and community engagement.
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About CRA:
CRA regulates the telecommunications, information technology, and postal sectors, as well as access to
digital media in the State of Qatar. CRA works to ensure that government institutions, companies, and
individuals in the country have access to a wide range of innovative, advanced, and reliable services. It
applies all its regulatory powers to promote competition in the sectors it regulates while also working to
protect consumer rights.
About Best Buddies – Qatar:
Best Buddies is a non-profit organization founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, dedicated to
integrating individuals with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) into education,
employment, and community life.
Best Buddies Qatar, established in 2008 under the Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities and Qatar
Social Work, aims to end social isolation and promote inclusion for individuals with IDD. It is the 40th branch
among 46 Best Buddies chapters worldwide
