ISSUP, in collaboration with Naufar Qatar, delivered the Investing in Evidence-Based Prevention (IEP) workshop in Arabic on 2 and 9 September 2026, bringing together a multidisciplinary group of professionals and decision-makers from across key sectors in Qatar.
The workshop was delivered by Rasha Abi Hana, Scientific Support Coordinator at ISSUP, and organised with the support of the ISSUP training team, Hala Najm and Luciana Bruno, in close collaboration with the Naufar team.
Participants represented Naufar, Qatar University, Qatar Foundation, Qatar Museums, government ministries, and other national institutions. The multidisciplinary composition of the group brought together perspectives from healthcare, academia, government, education, culture, and other sectors, creating a valuable space for cross-sector learning, discussion, and exchange around evidence-informed prevention.
Investing in Evidence-Based Prevention (IEP) is a focused, five-hour workshop developed by ISSUP to strengthen decision-making in prevention. Directed primarily towards policy-makers, decision-makers, funders, and other stakeholders who influence prevention priorities and investment, the workshop aims to bridge the gap between research and practice by equipping participants with the knowledge, tools, and shared language needed to make informed, cost-effective, and sustainable prevention investments.
Through interactive discussions and practical activities, participants explored key concepts in prevention science, challenged common misconceptions about what works in prevention, and considered how evidence can guide investment in effective approaches. The workshop also highlighted the importance of engaging relevant stakeholders and considering evaluation as an integral part of prevention planning and decision-making.
Delivering the IEP workshop in Arabic provided an important opportunity to explore these concepts in a shared language while considering their relevance within the local and regional context. The diversity of professional backgrounds and sectors represented enriched the discussions and encouraged participants to consider prevention from multiple perspectives.
ISSUP extends its sincere thanks to Naufar Qatar for its collaboration and support in making this initiative possible, and to all participating organisations and individuals for their active engagement, valuable perspectives, and contributions throughout the two sessions.
The delivery marks another step towards strengthening a shared understanding of evidence-informed prevention and supporting cost-effective and sustainable investment in prevention across the region.