Academic Bridge Program organises Harvard Model Congress 2026

Doha, Qatar: The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), part of Pre University Education at Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development,...

Doha, Qatar: The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), part of Pre-University Education at Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, organised the Harvard Model Congress Middle East (HMCME) 2026 at Education City, in collaboration with Harvard University, under the theme "Diplomacy in the Age of Innovation." The event brought together around 150 high school students from Qatar and 10 countries worldwide.

The conference aimed to provide students with a hands-on educational experience through realistic simulations of negotiation and decision-making processes.

Participants took part in multiple sessions and committees simulating the work of parliaments, international forums, and United Nations bodies. Students assumed the roles of legislators and policymakers, debated contemporary global issues, and proposed solutions to complex challenges.

The conference featured 11 international and local committees addressing current topics, including digital infrastructure, digital banking in emerging Europe, and the impact of technology and innovation, such as smart cities, on democratic systems and policymaking.

Sessions were chaired and moderated by Harvard University students, who guided discussions and supported participants throughout the conference.