Qatar Museums announces ICOM Qatar Board for 2026-2028

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Museums (QM) has announced the appointment of the new Board of ICOM Qatar, the country’s National Committee of the International Council of Museums, for the 2026–2028 term.

Established in 1946, the International Council of Museums (ICOM) is the world’s leading organisation representing museums and museum professionals.

Through a network of more than 57,000 members across more than 130 countries and territories, it promotes international cooperation, professional development and the protection and advancement of cultural heritage.

ICOM Qatar connects museum and heritage professionals in Qatar with ICOM’s international network. With Qatar Museums playing a central role in supporting the country’s museum sector and its global engagement, Qatar’s National Committee creates opportunities for professional exchange, capacity building and collaboration in line with international standards and best practices.

The newly appointed Board is chaired by Director of the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Thani , with Director of International Cooperation and Government Affairs at Qatar Museums Dr. Fatema Hassan Al Sulaiti serving as Vice-Chair. Board members include Director of the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) Shaikha Al Nassr; Director of Cultural Diplomacy Aisha Ghanem Al Attiya; Director of Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art Zeina Arida; Director General of Msheireb Museums Abdulla Al Naama; and Director of Information Technology at QM Saeed Ali Al Shawi.

Head of International Relations at QM Dr. Rashid Malheya, has been appointed Secretary, while Head of Cash Management at QM Maryam Al Suwaidi will serve as Treasurer.

Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Thani commented: “It is a privilege to chair ICOM Qatar at a time when museums are playing an increasingly important role as spaces for knowledge, dialogue and connection. Together with the new board, I look forward to advancing the National Committee’s work and championing the value of museums as places that inspire learning, foster understanding and enrich communities.”

Dr. Al Sulaiti added, “It is both an honour and a responsibility to help shape this new chapter for ICOM Qatar. We are committed to strengthening international cooperation and supporting the professional development of museum and heritage professionals, while creating new opportunities for knowledge exchange. I look forward to working with the new board to advance ICOM’s mission and deepen Qatar’s connections with the global museum community.”