The Shafallah Center for Persons with Disabilities was established in 1999 to protect the rights of people with disabilities in Qatar. The Center provides ideal services for people with intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorder, whose ages do not exceed 21, in the field of special education and qualification. In addition, it raises societal awareness of their issues and rights to obtain a more independent life and maximize their integration into society. The Center has been operating since 2013 under the authority of the Qatar Foundation for Social Work, which is affiliated with the Ministry of Social Development and Family.

The Center was named “Shafallah” to symbolize the hope it inspires in its members and beneficiaries. It is a reference to the name of the wild Shafallah plant that grows in the desert,  symbolizing life amidst the dryness of the desert in Qatar. As aforementioned, the Shafallah Center was established to enhance the capacity and inclusion of people with disabilities in society by using modern technology and applying international best practices in a way that suits the Qatari society, with persistent steps to develop the capabilities of individuals to face challenges, achieve success, and enable our children to contribute to the sustainable development of the Qatari society.

Our Vision:

The vision of Shafallah Center is to be a pioneer in empowering and integrating people with intellectual disabilities and autism into the Qatari society through the role of Shafallah as a beacon of development in providing health and social services, special education, and rehabilitation for people with disabilities, leading to their integration into society.

Our Objectives:

• Empowering and integrating Shafallah members by enhancing their abilities, enabling them to contribute to Qatar’s sustainable development.
• Raising awareness in Qatari society about the rights of people with disabilities. 
•  Applying best practices and using the latest technological methods in fields related to people with disabilities.
•  Using the latest technology for diagnosing, training, and qualifying Shafallah members.
•  Providing support to the concerned authorities in Qatar to develop services and facilities for people with disabilities, and preparing relevant studies and research.
• Establishing a database for people with disabilities, and ensuring the exchange of correct information especially in light of policy-making and national plans and programs for the people with disabilities. 
 

Our Responsibilities:

•  Raising awareness in Qatari society about the rights of children with disabilities and creating job opportunities for them in both public and private sectors. 

•  Ensuring medical and treatment services are provided for Shafallah members, to reach full rehabilitation.
•  Providing the necessary equipment and means for Shafallah members, which enhances their integration into the Qatari society.
•  Developing preventive plans and programs concerned with early diagnosis in the field of disability and securing the latest means used for early intervention.
•  Developing health programs and services for the advancement of people with disabilities.