NU-Q, GU-Q and THIMUN Qatar provide essential leadership development opportunities for educators and students at Qatar Leadership Conference

Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q), Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in Qatar (GU-Q) and The Hague International Model United Nations Qatar (THIMUN Qatar), have announced the successful conclusion of Qatar Leadership Conference (QLC) 2014, the flagship professional development conference for educators and students in the Middle East.

The third annual conference, held at Qatar National Conference Centre (QNCC) in Education City, witnessed a 20% rise in attendees this year, with over 530 students, teachers and mentors from schools across Qatar and the region, participating in events designed to expand and nurture youth leadership skills.

The program featured MUN, debate and educational leaders working with participants in skill building, professional learning, organization, teaching, community and service, as well as media and film programs. High school students and teachers were provided with quality workshops and a program designed to assist with professional development utilizing tools to run successful MUN and media studies programs.