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The 2026 Arabic Short Story Contest is now OPEN! We invite educators, counselors, and program leaders to share this meaningful opportunity with eligible students and encourage their participation. Designed to strengthen Arabic language learning through creative expression, this contest gives students the chance to practice their language skills, explore their imagination, and grow in confidence as writers in Arabic. By participating, students can deepen their connection to the Arabic language while developing proficiency in a creative and engaging context. Submission Deadline: April 29, 2026. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gXu_7zC5

Qatar Foundation International’s third annual Research Forum will take place August 4–6, 2026, in London, UK. Under the theme “Demonstrating Research in Action,” the Forum will bring together researchers, educators, and school leaders to explore how research in Arabic language education is being translated into classroom practice. We are now inviting Expressions of Interest from those engaged in — or looking to deepen their involvement in — research on Arabic language education. 🗓 Expression of Interest Deadline: March 20, 2026 🔗 Submit your interest: https://lnkd.in/en28TGQq #QFIResearchForum #ResearchToPractice

Attention Students: The First-Year University Award is Now Open Are you a final-year secondary school student planning to continue your Arabic language studies at university? The First-Year University Award offers merit-based support to help you take that next step. The transition from secondary school to university is a pivotal moment, yet it is often when students frequently discontinue their Arabic language studies. To address this gap and encourage continued engagement with the language, QFI is proud to offer this award. The award recognizes academic achievement and a demonstrated passion for the Arabic language. By investing in students at this critical stage, QFI aims to support the next generation of Arabic speakers and deepen linguistic competency through continued language learning. Application Deadline: April 13, 2026 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ei5t9z6T #ArabicEducation #StudentOpportunities #FirstYearUniversityAward

The 2026 Summer Scholar Award Is Now Open High school students studying Arabic often face limited access to immersive summer or study-abroad opportunities. QFI’s Summer Scholar Award helps address this gap by supporting students who enroll in high-quality Arabic summer programs, expanding access to meaningful, immersive language-learning experiences. We invite educators, counselors, and program leaders to share this opportunity with eligible students. The Award supports motivated learners seeking to strengthen their Arabic proficiency through intensive summer study. 🗓 Application Deadline: March 23, 2026 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6-k6m_h Thank you for helping connect students with opportunities that support advanced Arabic learning. #ArabicEducation #WorldLanguages #Educators #StudentOpportunities #SummerScholarAward

The Research Travel Grant (RTG) is now open! Share your research on K–12 Arabic education and bring your work to new audiences. If you’re presenting at an academic conference on Arabic language teaching and learning, QFI can support you with conference registration, lodging, and transportation. Research on K–12 Arabic language education—especially practitioner-led classroom research—is limited and rarely shared. The RTG helps bridge this gap by bringing diverse voices and evidence-based insights to academic conferences. Eligible applicants are: ∙ Researchers studying K–12 Arabic pedagogy ∙ K–12 Arabic teachers and administrators engaged in research ∙ Attending conferences in the US, Canada, UK, or EU ∙ Sharing research that aligns with QFI’s Research Priority areas Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through October 17th. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eXayZRqc #ResearchTravelGrant #ArabicLanguageResearch

Attention Students: Applications for the 2026 Summer Scholar Awards are now open! Do you want to take your Arabic skills further this summer? The Summer Scholar Award is a one-time opportunity for public/state-funded high school students to immerse themselves in an Arabic-speaking environment and advance their language learning through a summer program (in-person, online, hybrid, domestic, or abroad). Why Apply? • Study Arabic in an immersive setting • Experience life in an Arabic-speaking country • Accelerate your language skills in just one summer Apply by: March 23, 2026 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e6-k6m_h #LearnArabic #SpeakArabic