Ability Friendly Program: Advancing Inclusion Through Adaptive Sports

More than 1.3 billion people worldwide live with significant disabilities. The Ability Friendly Program (AFP), launched in 2018 by Qatar Foundation, provides unique sports, leisure, and social opportunities for people with disabilities (PWDs). The initiative engages PWDs in sports and creates inclusive programs in an enabling environment. The AFP’s establishment aligns with Qatar’s commitment to an inclusive society, social cohesion, and improving quality of life for all, supporting the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030. This panel will evaluate and highlight both the strengths and challenges of the program, offering recommendations to expand its scope and foster continued growth.