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The Minister of Social Development receives the Ambassador of the French Republic to the Kingdom of Bahrain
09-11-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received His Excellency Mr. Eric Giraud Thilem, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, the Minister of Social Development praised the friendly relations existing between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of France, reviewing with the French Ambassador ways to enhance joint cooperation and exchange experiences in the fields of protection and social care, wishing the Ambassador success in his diplomatic duties. For his part, His Excellency Mr. Eric Giraud Thilem, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Kingdom of Bahrain, affirmed the French Republic’s constant keenness to continue consolidating the paths of bilateral cooperation and opening broader horizons between the two friendly countries in a way that contributes to achieving common goals.
The Minister of Social Development receives a copy of his master’s thesis in family counseling
07-11-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received researcher Nada Naseem Muhammad, who presented him with a copy of her master’s thesis in family counseling. The Minister of Social Development praised the researcher’s efforts in the field of family guidance, pointing to the importance of this scientific study, because of its positive impact on raising awareness of the importance of family stability, wishing her success.
Minister of Social Development receives the British Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain
26-10-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received His Excellency Mr. Alastair Long, the British Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain, on the occasion of his appointment and newly delegation presenting his country as a new ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, the Minister of Social Development stressed the strength of the historical friendly relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom and the continuous development growth they are witnessing, reviewing the most prominent services and projects provided by the Ministry in the areas of protection, developmental, walfare and social care, wishing the Ambassador success in his new assigned diplomatic work. For his part, the British Ambassador praised the progress and development witnessed by the Kingdom of Bahrain at various development fields and levels, stressing his country's constant keenness to strengthen existing cooperation, in a way that achieves the interests and exchanging experiences between the two countries.
The Minister of Social Development praises the initiatives of the Tree of Life Association to honor outstanding orphans
19-10-2023
In the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, the Tree of Life Social Charitable Society organized a celebration to honor the outstanding students in the orphan category for the sixth year in a row, with the participation of a number of members of the legislative authority, social figures, civil society organizations and parents of students, at the Sofitel Hotel. At the beginning of the ceremony, the Minister of Social Development praised, in his speech, the efforts of the Board of Directors of the Tree of Life Charitable Social Society, and its ongoing initiatives to organize a ceremony honoring outstanding achievers, pointing out that this celebration reflects positively on encouraging students and motivating them to continue excelling and rising to the levels of success in an effort to graduate generations capable of serving... society in the future. In this context, he also stressed the Ministry’s support for the programs and initiatives of civil society organizations, considering that volunteer and charitable work is the basis of the work of civil society institutions, and the backbone of effective community partnership that contributes, along with official institutions, to developing and advancing society at all levels and fields, pointing out the importance of achieving Excellence in volunteer work through evaluation and impact measurement. The honoring ceremony included various artistic performances, and a speech by the Chairman of the Association’s Board of Directors, as well as to the students, in addition to honoring the outstanding and distinguished students.
In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Ministry of Social Development organizes an awareness and educational event for its employees
14-10-2023
The Ministry of Social Development organized an awareness event for the Ministry’s female employees on the importance of early detection of breast cancer, in cooperation with the American Mission Hospital, at the Muharraq Social Center, coinciding with the month of October, which is internationally designated to highlight ways to prevent, treat, and physically and morally rehabilitate those infected with the disease. This comes within the framework of national and international efforts to combat breast cancer, which aims to provide the necessary support and information to women and make them aware of the importance of early detection and contribute to reducing the spread of this disease. The event included a number of awareness-raising activities and initiatives through the implementation of an educational workshop to educate female employees about the importance of early examination, presented by specialists at the American Mission Hospital. This workshop addressed topics related to signs of infection, the importance of periodic examinations, and ways to prevent disease. The Ministry of Social Development expressed its appreciation to the American Mission Hospital for its cooperation in holding this event, stressing that it reflects the commitment to promoting health and community well-being, and the importance of awareness in early detection of breast cancer, noting that the educational event is one of the most important tools in spreading awareness and promoting early detection. This contributes to increasing the chances of recovery and improving the quality of life for women with the disease.
The Minister of Social Development heads the Bahrain delegation to the People with Disabilities Forum in Tunisia
03-10-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, headed the delegation of the Kingdom of Bahrain participating in the high-level forum on the “Second Arab Decade for Persons with Disabilities 2023-2032”, which is held under the patronage of His Excellency Kais Saied, President of the sisterly Republic of Tunisia, and organized by the Ministry of Social Affairs. In the Republic of Tunisia, in cooperation with the League of Arab States, and in the presence of ministers of social affairs, representatives of a number of Arab and regional organizations, and experts and specialists in the field of disability. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development stressed the importance of holding this forum to continue strengthening joint work and exchanging expertise and experiences with participating countries and delegations in the field of supporting and empowering people with disabilities, noting that the forum is an opportunity to learn about Arab experiences in protection and social care programs for this important group in society, in order to achieve For national and Arab aspirations and visions to advance their conditions socially and economically. An extraordinary session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs was also organized to consider the social issues on the agenda of the fifth session of the Arab Development, Economic and Social Summit, which will be held in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. On the sidelines of the forum, the Minister of Social Development met with Ms. Alessandra Locatelli, Minister of Disability Affairs of the Republic of Italy, and Mr. Ahmed Majdalani, Minister of Social Development of the State of Palestine, where he reviewed with them opportunities to enhance cooperation on issues related to people with disabilities. The forum aims to enhance the conditions of persons with disabilities to achieve equal opportunities and their full integration into society, and to support the efforts of Arab countries to continue implementing the International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and to develop legislation and policies to respond to the needs of this segment of society. The Arab ministers discussed the exchange of Arab experiences and expertise related to the implementation of 17 axes emanating from the resolution of the 32nd Arab Summit held in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia last May, related to legislation, policies, social, health and educational services and ensuring independent living, in addition to participation in political life, cultural and sporting activities, where The participating delegations were briefed on the pioneering social experiments in the Republic of Tunisia, especially with regard to the care, integration, rehabilitation and economic empowerment of persons with disabilities. This forum is considered a culmination of the efforts of the Arab countries, under the supervision of the League of Arab States, in supporting the policies, programs and mechanisms that these countries provide for people with disabilities. The forum represents a reference framework for the Arab countries to protect, care and qualify this group in order to integrate them into economic and social life to ensure the principle of equal opportunities. This also comes The forum is within the framework of cooperation with the General Secretariat of the League of Arab States, and in implementation of the decision issued by the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs regarding Arab countries hosting the Council’s activities for the year 2023.
On the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the Elderly International Day .. Minister of Social Development: The Kingdom continues to enhance the efficiency and quality of the social and welfare servic
30-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the National Committee for the Elderly, affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain continues to enhance the efficiency and quality of the social services it provides to various segments of society, including senior citizens, as it pays great attention to the quality of their lives and ensures their active and continuous participation. Within the societal fabric in the Kingdom, in line with the sustainable development goals, and to achieve the goals of the comprehensive development process. This came in a statement by His Excellency on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the International Day of Elderly, which the world commemorates at the beginning of October every year, in accordance with what was approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990, to celebrate this group, emphasizing the importance of them receiving appreciation and recognition for their various societal contributions and services. necessary to preserve their dignity and ensure their access to a decent life. The United Nations has chosen the title of the theme of this year’s celebration 2023, “Fulfilling the promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights regarding older persons across generations,” with the aim of highlighting the special status of the elderly in all parts of the world, and establishing awareness of the importance of their obtaining all their rights. This is an embodiment of the values of social solidarity. The Minister of Social Development said that this day is an opportunity to highlight the pioneering Bahraini experience at the regional and international levels in the field of welfare, development, health, legal and rehabilitation services for senior citizens to ensure a decent living and quality of life. In this regard, Al-Asfour added that the Kingdom’s interest in the elderly extends over decades, as the National Committee for the Elderly was formed in 1984 to represent the authority responsible for implementing the general policy to care for this group, in addition to the issuance of the Elderly Rights Law in 2009, and the preparation of the National Strategy for the Elderly, which It was approved by the Council of Ministers in 2012, based on the axes of development, providing health and well-being with advancing age, creating a supportive environment for all ages, enhancing the services provided to this group and integrating them into society, in light of an effective community partnership between the government and private sectors and civil society institutions in order to achieve the appropriate status. This category is in gratitude for what you have provided to the country. Within the framework of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s keenness, through its ministries, agencies, civil society organizations and the private sector, to employ sustainable development goals, by following modern frameworks for the concept of caring for the elderly, a number of day care institutions for parents were operated, managed by civil society institutions, which is a pioneering experience in caring for the elderly. The number currently reaches (13) institutions, and more than (1,800) citizens benefit from their services. The Kingdom of Bahrain continues its development leadership in order to protect the rights of the elderly, preserve their dignity, and enhance their contributions to the progress of the Kingdom. It will spare no effort in promoting positive and effective communication with this group, and working diligently to provide them with health and social care, in light of the increasing indicator of community awareness of the importance of their rights.
The Minister of Social Development chairs the fourth meeting of the National Committee for the Elderly
28-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the National Committee for the Elderly, chaired the fourth meeting of the committee, whose membership includes representatives of the relevant official and civil authorities in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, the agenda topics were reviewed, and the committee’s readiness to celebrate the International Day of Older Persons was discussed, in addition to discussing ways to enhance efforts to improve the situation of the elderly in the Kingdom, including launching more projects and initiatives in the field of serving, caring and protecting this group, and benefiting from their accumulated experience. In an effort to continue their contributions to development and construction. For his part, the Minister of Social Development, Chairman of the National Committee for the Elderly, stressed the importance of continuing achievements in support of the needs of the elderly, to enhance their quality of life, pointing out that the committee has taken steps to improve the services provided to this group, through programs and projects directed to their care, stressing the pursuit of more achievements. In a sustainable manner, through cooperation with the relevant authorities to develop the services provided to the elderly and invest in their expertise for the benefit of society, as well as finding means that achieve integration for this group more broadly, and providing opportunities for them to participate effectively in society. The National Committee for the Elderly seeks to implement the general policy of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain in caring for the elderly and work to develop it, identify the various needs in light of Islamic values and meanings and humanitarian principles, prepare and implement projects and programs that support raising the quality of life of the elderly and follow up on their implementation with the relevant authorities, in addition to participating in Enacting legislation and laws for the elderly that achieve their financial, psychological and social security, in addition to adopting the recommendations and decisions issued by relevant Arab and international conferences.
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates in the meetings of the Arab Childhood and Family Committees of the League of Arab States
26-09-2023
The Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Social Development, participated in the meetings of the 27th session of the Arab Childhood Committee and the 13th session of the Arab Family Committee, which were organized by the Department of Women, Family and Children in the Social Affairs Sector of the League of Arab States, under the presidency of the Republic of Tunisia, via video communication technology. During the speech given by the Ministry’s Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development, Professor Enas Mohammed Al-Majed, at the Arab Family Committee, she stressed that the Kingdom of Bahrain, based on its firm commitment to strengthening and developing the role of the family, seeks to build a strong and sustainable society, noting in this context the importance of support and guidance for families in all countries. aspects of her life, pointing to the family counseling program provided by the Ministry, which includes individual family counseling and development and preventive programs that cover several axes such as protection from violence, developing family relationships, qualifying those about to marry, and other programs required by the needs of the beneficiaries of these programs. She also referred to the “Family Care” program, which is implemented by the Family Guidance and is concerned with implementing the provisions for visiting and seeing children of separated and divorced people through social centers, in implementation of the articles of the Children’s Law No. 37 of 2012, to ensure the child’s right to visit his parents in a safe atmosphere, as these visits contribute to consolidating relationships. Family counseling has a positive impact on the child’s mental health, and ensures that the child continues to receive educational and social care through meeting with his parents on a regular and safe basis, and avoids the psychological effects on the child of stopping these family visits, stressing that all these programs are carried out by certified family guidance specialists who have been trained. The necessary specialization to enhance family communication and solve problems in constructive ways. Moreover, the Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development explained the financial support programs provided by the Ministry of Social Development directed to groups of families with limited income, with the aim of enhancing their economic stability and improving their quality of life, as well as projects aimed at strengthening the family economy, most notably the Productive Home Program under the name (Step). , which aims to enable families to achieve self-sufficiency and generate sustainable income. In her speech before the Arab Childhood Committee, she explained the efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of child protection in the digital world, where she indicated Bahrain’s interest in protecting children in cyberspace, by raising the level of awareness and understanding of children’s rights, in addition to carrying out a number of lectures for all concerned about cybercrimes. Related to children, including sexual exploitation and the danger of electronic games, in addition to lectures and workshops on electronic addiction, electronic crimes, and safe ways to use the Internet in a number of public and private schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It also reviewed Bahrain's efforts in this regard through the establishment of a unit and office for child protection in cyberspace, where the unit receives children from the age group of those who are 18 years or less, as part of Bahrain's strategy to provide comprehensive protection for children through cyberspace. While the Office for Child Protection in Cyberspace receives children under 15 years of age, which indicates that this age group does not bear any criminal responsibility, in the building of the General Administration for Combating Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security at the Ministry of Interior, where complaints and reports are received, in addition to recording statements. Child defendants regarding complaints or reports attributed to them, and taking the necessary legal measures to ensure that they are provided with the necessary protection. She pointed out that the office works to create a suitable and comfortable environment for the child, and aims to make children aware of the dangers they may be exposed to when they use various applications, programs and platforms spread across cyberspace, as well as spreading a culture of proper behavior towards these dangers in a way that protects them and prevents them from falling as victims of such dangers. Notifications.
During the discussion of innovative projects with employees, the Minister of Social Development: Supporting national efforts to establish a culture of innovation and competitiveness among the Ministry
24-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, affirmed the ministry’s keenness to support national efforts to establish a culture of innovation and competitiveness among all its employees, in a way that contributes to motivating them to develop creative ideas that serve the ministry’s work sectors, and in line with the government’s 2023-2026 program, within The axis of government performance and digital transformation, to empower cadres by continuing to develop supportive policies and initiatives, raise employee productivity, link performance measurement and enhance creativity and innovation, as well as transform the concept of innovation and institutional affiliation into work and an effective institutional culture. This came during a number of the Ministry’s employees reviewing development ideas and projects through the “Badir” initiative, which the Ministry launched for all its employees, in order to spread the culture of development in government work through an integrated system among the Ministry’s employees, and to enhance awareness of the importance of innovation and competitiveness. His Excellency stated that this initiative would contribute positively to raising the level of quality of the Ministry’s institutional performance in general, and with regard to the work environment, employee motivation, and competitiveness among them in particular, in a way that supports building national entrepreneurial capabilities, and providing exemplary, vibrant, and more flexible services. The Minister of Social Development also discussed with the employees the extent of the possibility of implementing innovative projects and their impact on administrative practices in all sectors of the Ministry, praising the level of their capabilities and qualitative initiatives that will be taken into consideration, in a way that contributes to providing full support to empower these national capabilities and motivate them to continue the process of creativity and excellence. With the aim of enriching the culture of innovation. He also pointed out that employees with distinctive proposals and initiatives will be encouraged and prepared to contribute their proposals to enhance innovation in government work by participating in the “Fikra” government innovation competition.
Al-Asfoor heads the Bahrain delegation participating in the ninth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the GCC countries
21-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, headed the delegation of the Kingdom of Bahrain participating in the ninth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries in the Sultanate of Oman. The meeting discussed and approved a number of topics on the agenda, most notably the decision of the Supreme Council in its forty-first session regarding the unified guiding law (system) for empowering persons with disabilities and the unified guiding law (system) for volunteer work, and the decision regarding protecting moral, religious and family values in Gulf societies. As well as adopting the general framework for the tasks and responsibilities of the Joint Charitable Work Committee in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and the joint Gulf action strategy for women’s affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, in addition to studying and disseminating the privileges card granted to persons with disabilities in the Gulf countries, and developing the standards for honoring pioneering projects in the fields of work. Social worker and a leading figure in the field of civil social work. The meeting also discussed and approved the first initiative of the Social Development Strategy for the Gulf Cooperation Council countries concerned with developing unified policies for the cohesion and stability of Gulf society and enhancing the spirit of Gulf citizenship and Arab and Islamic identity, and the General Secretariat’s proposal for on-the-job training, as well as the State of Kuwait’s proposal for an award for creative and distinguished people with disabilities. In the GCC countries, and participating in the first session of the To My Orphan Brother competition, which is hosted by Kuwait.
The Minister of Social Development praises the initiatives and contributions that consolidate the process of social work in the Kingdom of Bahrain
20-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, confirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is full of competencies that contribute to the advancement of social work by adopting initiatives and contributions that consolidate the process of development work in the Kingdom of Bahrain and push it to broader levels of competitiveness and sustainability. This came during the honoring of pioneering figures and projects in the field of civil social work at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. This is within the framework of the sisterly Sultanate of Oman’s hosting and chairing of the nineteenth meetings of the Committee of Their Excellencies the Ministers of Civil Service and Labor and the ninth meetings of the Committee of Their Excellencies the Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The Minister of Social Development appreciated the honoring of Her Highness Sheikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Directors of INJAZ Bahrain, in the category of pioneering figures in social work, and that Her Highness received the well-deserved medal as a result of her outstanding contributions towards enhancing the process of social work, through the implementation of many pioneering and development programs. Injaz Bahrain’s contribution to strengthening the principles of community partnership aimed at inspiring Bahraini youth and preparing them for success in the global economy. Al-Asfoor also congratulated the Drug Recovery Society and the Aluminum Bahrain Company “Alba” for honoring them in the category of pioneering projects in the field of social work, praising their development efforts to serve various segments of society through their programs and initiatives that reflect the values of charitable and social work in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting in this context that the ceremony The honor is an opportunity to highlight the Bahraini experience in the field of development and welfare programs in order to effectively contribute to sustainable development plans. He said that this honor is a tribute to the Kingdom of Bahrain, and an achievement that is added to the series of the Kingdom’s achievements in the fields of social development, pointing out that the level of integration between the various governmental, private and civil sectors constitutes the cornerstone of the development of society and serving all its various categories and segments. He stressed that the Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries are keen to implement the directives of the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, may God protect and protect them, aiming to unify development efforts and provide all forms of support in order to achieve sustainable development, stressing that this honoring of Bahraini institutions comes as appreciation from countries. The Council in return for its support for government efforts, which reflects the advanced level reached by development work by promoting the values of social solidarity, in addition to promoting and encouraging initiatives and contributions in the field of social and volunteer work, releasing latent energies and opening the way for accredited individuals and volunteers to express innovative and creative expression in all areas of social work, In addition to highlighting the social projects of personalities and institutions in all GCC countries
It includes a variety of activities for various members of society.. The Ministry of Social Development opens registration for (42) free technical and specialized courses.
19-09-2023
Mrs. Hanaa Mohamed Nasser, Director of the Department of Centers and Family and Child Development at the Ministry of Social Development, confirmed that registration has been opened for enrollment in (42) training courses and a productive and professional unit dedicated to home-based entrepreneurs and those with a productive home registration, in addition to public courses open to various members of society, in Both social development centers and productive family centers, noting that the period of the training and professional courses will extend from one month to three months depending on the type of course and during the morning and evening periods. She explained that the technical and specialized training programs and courses supervised by the Ministry of Social Development are available free of charge to those wishing to join them from various members of society, and will be implemented at the Sitra Social Center, the Ibn Khaldoun Social Center, the Abdullah bin Youssef Fakhro Social Center, the Muharraq Social Center, and the Riffa Social Center. And the Jidhafs Social Center, in addition to the Capital Complex for Bahraini Handmade Products, during the weekdays, with duration ranging from two days and others lasting for more than that, noting that all available training courses can be viewed and registered for by visiting the website of the Ministry of Social Development through the link www.social.gov.bh or through the Ministry’s account on the Instagram platform mosdbahrain. The Director of the Centers and Family and Child Development Department added that it has been taken into account that the training courses and production units that will be offered in the social development centers include a variety of activities, most notably drawing with nails and threads, basics of cooking, fashion design, organic candle making, in addition to professional photography by phone, home gardening, and others. . She said that the specialized professional courses will be offered in social development centers as well as in centers for supporting productive families, and will include the art of macramé, hand embroidery, moneymaking, and hairdressing, pointing out that in order to accept applications for this type of course, a home registration record for home projects must be available, as it is presented. The program is an integrated support system for the families and individuals enrolled in it, which begins with training and then development to enable this group to sustain their work and become entrepreneurs in the future. The program also provides financing with soft loans through the Family House for Microfinance, to enable them to develop their businesses and qualify them to find equal opportunities in Labor market. The Director of the Centers and Family and Child Development Department stated that the training courses have been selected in cooperation and coordination with a number of licensed and accredited training institutes and centres, and will be presented by an elite group of business leaders and professional trainers, with the aim of empowering enrolled Bahraini individuals and families economically and developmentally, in addition to developing and developing their skills, and encouraging entrepreneurship. Business for citizens and job seekers to work professionally in home projects.
The Ministry of Social Development participates in the Gulf Family Forum in the capital, Muscat
17-09-2023
The Ministry of Social Development participated in the Gulf Family Forum in its second edition, entitled “The Contemporary Gulf Family between Challenges and Aspirations,” which was organized by the Ministry of Social Development in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman, coinciding with Gulf Family Day, corresponding to the fourteenth of this month, with the participation of the most prominent figures, experts, and those interested in family affairs. And society at the Gulf level. The forum aims to exchange experiences in the field of family protection systems, in a way that enhances its cohesion and the interconnectedness of its members, and crystallizes a future Gulf vision to support community initiatives directed at addressing the challenges and problems facing the Gulf family, and emphasizes the importance of supporting the professional sectors for the best experiences directed at benefiting from modern technology, and proposing a framework of action. It takes into account the privacy of the most needy groups in the family in terms of means of care, rehabilitation and integration into society, in addition to coming up with practical recommendations that contribute to facilitating the transfer of expertise and experiences between the GCC countries in everything that enhances the reality of the Gulf family. During her participation, the psychotherapist at the Child Protection Center, Professor Raja Issa Al-Ajmi, reviewed the experience of the Kingdom of Bahrain in proactive measures to protect children, within the third dialogue session of the first day of the forum’s work, entitled “Best Practices and Policies to Protect the Gulf Family,” where she emphasized the Kingdom’s keenness Constantly updating the laws and regulations concerned with child protection, pointing in this regard to the issuance of the Law on Restorative Justice for Children and their Protection from Abuse since 2021, stressing that it constitutes a new success story added to the ongoing human rights and development process in cooperation between the executive and legislative authorities. During the working paper that I presented, I also touched on mechanisms to protect children from abuse, by activating the role of the Child Protection Center as a central body affiliated with the Ministry, which includes sub-offices for the Ministries of Justice, Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Interior, Health, Education, and the Public Prosecution, in addition to restructuring its board of directors. Every three years, with the membership of representatives of ministries and civil society, it is responsible for developing plans and programs to protect children and protect them from physical, psychological, or sexual abuse, neglect, or economic exploitation, providing treatment, psychological rehabilitation, and cultural and educational courses, and receiving complaints and reports via the line. Hotspot, the Public Prosecution, the police, or the competent official authorities. On the other hand, the Head of the Family Development Department at the Ministry, Ms. Maryam Hassan Yousef, participated in the dialogue sessions of the second day of the forum entitled “The Family Economy and its Impact on Strengthening the Cohesion of the Gulf Family,” and during the working paper she touched on the productive home registration record, and its goals aimed at economic and social empowerment. To Bahraini individuals and families, in addition to reviewing the most prominent benefits offered by the program, starting with obtaining a license within a legal framework and without registration fees, and benefiting from specialized development workshops and training courses to hone production skills, through free participation in local and international exhibitions, all the way to marketing products locally and globally. She also focused on the financing and incentive programs provided by the productive home registration registry by granting financial support to the family home for microfinance, in addition to allowing participation in the award of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa to encourage productive families, noting the importance of the role of home projects in promoting Family economy and family ties.
statement by the Ministry of Social Development on the occasion of Gulf Family Day
13-09-2023
statement by the Ministry of Social Development on the occasion of Gulf Family Day The Ministry of Social Development affirmed the pioneering gains and achievements achieved by the Kingdom of Bahrain in the areas of enhancing and advancing the status of the family and its role in society, thanks to the vision and high royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great King of the country, may God protect and protect him, and the follow-up of His Highness Prince Salman. Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, in a way that contributes to preserving the entity of the Bahraini family in light of a national legislative system. This came on the occasion of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s participation with the Gulf community in celebrating Gulf Family Day, which falls on the fourteenth of September of each year, expressing in this regard its pride and pride in all the plans and strategies launched by the Supreme Council for Women, headed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty the King, President of the Supreme Council for Women, may God protect her, in order to strengthen the position of the Kingdom of Bahrain regionally and internationally in the field of empowering and supporting families and preserving their dignity. To enrich the gains achieved by the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Ministry of Social Development is keen to continue formulating social policies in order to strengthen the status of the family, empower its members at all levels and fields, and push national efforts aimed at providing all capabilities to support the Bahraini family and keep it cohesive and committed to religious and moral values, noting that the Ministry is launching A package of initiatives to meet the development needs of society, and provide social and care services to individuals and families, in addition to implementing many projects and plans that contribute to the advancement of various aspects of life for Bahraini families. The Ministry of Social Development cooperates with various official, private and civil authorities in establishing aspects of security and social protection in a way that supports development and prosperity efforts, in accordance with the principles of the National Action Charter and the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which guarantee family freedoms and rights, which has contributed to strengthening Bahrain’s international standing and highlighting it as a state with institutions that govern the law and operate. of its national obligations. In this context, the Ministry pointed out the great importance of the Bahraini family in society by creating a conscious and educated generation so that its members can contribute to the advancement and progress of society, especially since it has been subject to many legislation and laws that have had a positive impact on various economic, social, cultural and other aspects related to the family. Until these families became able to build society and move at a steady pace to keep pace with the process of development work to be a distinctive model for the advancement of society, stressing that the Gulf family receives great attention in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, as it is the center and pillar of society, by strengthening its developmental role and developing its growing capabilities. . The Ministry pointed out the many services and guidance programs achieved by family guidance offices that meet the needs of all Bahraini family members, including the family care program concerned with implementing judicial rulings received from the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, regarding visits to children of divorced persons in the event of disagreement between them, as these are implemented. Visits in social development centers affiliated with the Ministry, in a safe and comfortable atmosphere for children and their families, in accordance with the directives of the Supreme Council for Women in an effort to provide a better climate and psychological comfort for children of divorced persons. This is in addition to the distinguished development and preventive services provided by Dar Al Aman to women exposed to domestic violence to all members of the Bahraini family in order to activate the role of the family in facing contemporary challenges and problems, treating the problems to which family members may be exposed, and achieving happiness, stability and family harmony among them, as this project represents a model. For the community partnership between the Ministry and civil society organizations, as well as the Al Karama House for Social Welfare, which is concerned with providing various aspects of care and services, in addition to economic and social empowerment projects for Bahraini families, which include cash support programs and training and development programs for family members and enabling them to advance and participate in the wheel of development with the aim of strengthening community cohesion between Categories of Bahraini society. The Ministry of Social Development confirms that it places the Bahraini family in an important and priority position, especially for its fundamental role in building a development society, and this is clearly evident by continuing to propose more pioneering projects in the field of empowering and supporting individuals and families and within the Kingdom of Bahrain’s strategies for construction and development.
Under the auspices of the Minister of Social Development.. Al-Kawthar Society for Social Welfare honors outstanding students
11-09-2023
Under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, Al-Kawthar Society for Social Welfare organized a ceremony honoring outstanding students in its ninth edition 2023, in the presence of the Undersecretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Sahar Rashid Al-Mannai, at the Princess Al-Jawhara Medical Center, with the participation of a number of public figures and representatives of Non-governmental and charitable associations and parents of students. On this occasion, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development praised the efforts of Al-Kawthar Society for Social Welfare and its permanent initiative to organize a ceremony honoring outstanding students from the orphan category, and sharing with them the joy of families over the excellence of their children, which represents a support for students to continue persevering and excelling in their educational career, stressing in this context that the honoring ceremony comes within the framework of The association seeks to enhance its national efforts in the social fields. She also indicated the Ministry’s keenness to sponsor the initiatives of civil society organizations, within the framework of supporting and upholding the values of social solidarity that all organizations take as an approach to their voluntary institutional work, stressing the Ministry’s continued support for all initiatives and projects of civil society organizations in a way that contributes to achieving their development mission in order to improve the services they provide. To the Bahraini community, thanks and appreciation are extended to the civil society institutions that are constantly working to provide their humanitarian and social services to provide means of support for various segments of society.
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates in the "Gulf Arab Countries Dialogue on Child Welfare Policies" forum in Abu Dhabi
08-09-2023
The Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Social Development and the National Committee for Childhood, participated in the “Dialogue of the Arab Gulf States on Child Welfare Policies” forum, in the presence of the Director of the Department of Centers and Family and Child Development at the Ministry, a member of the committee, Professor Hanaa Muhammad Nasser, and the participation of a number of officials and representatives of the Gulf states and regional and international organizations in The field of childhood, at the headquarters of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi. The forum, which was organized in cooperation with the General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), aims to highlight the importance of child protection systems and support workers in social affairs and to strengthen cooperation and coordination mechanisms in this field. On this occasion, the Director of the Department of Centers, Family Development and Childhood at the Ministry confirmed that the forum is an ideal opportunity For specialists in the fields of child protection to interact and exchange information, experiences and best practices learned in this field, for the category of children that represents the hope of the future for all countries, noting that the participation of the Kingdom of Bahrain is an embodiment of its commitment to ensuring the provision of a sustainable and safe environment for its children, and its keenness to build bridges of understanding and cooperation to refine strategies and policies through For the well-being of children, pointing out in this context the importance of these dialogue sessions to formulate outcomes that contribute to achieving further progress in indicators of child protection systems in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The first main dialogue session on best practices and interventions on child protection in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries witnessed a review of the most prominent efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of child protection and well-being, through a working paper presented by the Director of the Department of Centers and Family and Child Development at the Ministry and member of the National Committee for Childhood, Professor Hanaa Muhammad Nasser, It reviewed the legislation and laws aimed at guaranteeing children’s rights, the most prominent of which are the Law on Restorative Justice for Children and their Protection from Abuse, and the Law on Protection from Domestic Violence. It also touched on the National Strategy for Childhood and the objectives of its axes towards providing legislative protection for childhood in various fields, in coordination with all concerned parties in the governmental and private sectors and civil society institutions. The best practices implemented by the Kingdom of Bahrain aimed at promoting children's rights were also reviewed, including the signing of the International Convention on the Rights of the Child, the establishment of the Child Protection Center, in addition to the establishment of the Comprehensive Disability Complex and the Social Welfare Complex. The forum included many dialogue sessions in the field of child protection services and well-being, a session on the Child Friendly Cities Initiative, the role of policy frameworks and strengthening social work forces in child protection, in addition to sessions entitled Protecting children in the digital age, and the role of communication and advocacy in enhancing child protection results. In addition to the session on protecting children from negative influences and preserving culture and values, these dialogue sessions were presented by an elite group of specialists in the field of childhood from various relevant sectors.
Ministry of Social Development: Academic and vocational rehabilitation homes and centers are ready to receive (182) students with disabilities during the new academic year.
05-09-2023
The Acting Director of the Social Rehabilitation Department at the Ministry of Social Development, Mr. Sadiq Sahwan, confirmed the readiness of (45) members of the administrative and educational staff in academic and vocational rehabilitation homes and centers to receive (182) male and female students with disabilities during the new academic year 2023-2024, in The Academic and Vocational Rehabilitation Centre, the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait Rehabilitation Centre, the Sheikhan Al Farsi Center for Comprehensive Speech, the Child Day Care Centre, the National Bank of Bahrain Rehabilitation House, in addition to the Al Matrook Center for Guidance Rehabilitation. He explained that the Academic and Vocational Rehabilitation Center will provide many rehabilitative, educational and vocational services to groups of children and youth with mental disabilities through the Academic and Vocational Rehabilitation Units, pointing out that the Academic Rehabilitation Unit aims to provide and acquire various academic skills for people with mild mental disabilities who are unable to Integration into the classes of the Ministry of Education, in order to qualify them academically to enable them to join a job or practice work appropriate to achieving economic independence. As for the Vocational Rehabilitation Unit, it specializes in implementing vocational rehabilitation programs in workshops with the aim of achieving economic efficiency for them by working, engaging in a profession and continuing in it, in preparation for enrolling them in the market. the job. He also explained that the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait Rehabilitation Center is concerned with preparing young people with mild mental disabilities who are unable to work under normal circumstances, by providing them with training in protected workshops on handicrafts, while the Sheikhan Al-Farsi Center for Comprehensive Speech provides all rehabilitative and educational services for people with hearing disabilities. The center includes two sections, for the rehabilitation of people with cochlear implants and hearing (signal) impairment.
On the occasion of the International Day of Charitable Work.. Ministry of Social Development: The Kingdom of Bahrain was unique in its development policy in order to consolidate the values of charitab
04-09-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, confirmed that the International Day of Charity, which falls on the 5th of September, is an appropriate opportunity to highlight the pioneering Bahraini experience at the international and regional levels, which was unique in its development and social policy, and which was adopted and supported by civil society institutions. In addition to the legislative developments it is witnessing in this field in light of the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great king of the country, may God protect and preserve him, and the continuous follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Chairman of the Council of Ministers. Ministers, may God protect him, to consolidate the values of charitable and social work, in order to achieve sustainable development in its comprehensive sense. This came in a statement by His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, on the occasion of the International Day of Charitable Work, in accordance with what was approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015, pointing out that it embodies the growing role that various social forces can contribute to the development of their societies and their requirements with the aim of finding their positions in On the path of development, the Ministry has taken many development measures in the field of supporting humanitarian and charitable efforts by civil society organizations, aiming to double their effectiveness by increasing coordination among them, providing facilities to implement their programs, and supporting and developing the skills of their members to carry out their assigned role in social service and charitable development work. . In this context, Minister Al-Asfour praised the level of progress and development reached by civil society organizations in the Kingdom of Bahrain in their development programs, and their constant pursuit of excellence in serving Bahraini society, and promoting the values of cooperation and advancing humanitarian and charitable work, stressing the Ministry’s continued efforts to develop these areas of work. Charity, by updating national legislation and organizing the work of organizations to carry out their social and humanitarian duty to the fullest extent. He said that the Kingdom of Bahrain has always been known for its support for noble charitable and humanitarian work, which is clearly evident through the support of the Ministry of Social Development and its keenness to organize this work, out of its belief that these civil institutions constitute an economic and social force in partnership with the public and private sectors, and that this force has an effective role in Addressing social problems in general is an essential part of civil society institutions whose role is increasing as a result of the acceleration of social and economic transformations in the world. Bahrain’s experience in improving the efforts of civil society organizations reflects the advanced level reached by volunteer and charitable work in the country, which contributes to the development and enrichment of society in the best way, noting the importance of the role of volunteer work in building societies, through effective contribution to sustainable development plans, especially since the strategy The Ministry supports civil work by supporting projects adopted by civil society organizations, as humanitarian volunteer work is considered a feature of social development.
During her visit to the Micro Center for Arts Training... Assistant Undersecretary for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation at the Ministry of Social Development: Strengthening the principles of communit
03-09-2023
Ms. Zainab Salman Al-Awainati, Assistant Undersecretary for Welfare and Social Rehabilitation at the Ministry of Social Development, confirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain, in its various governmental, private and civil sectors, is keen to advance the category of people with disabilities and raise the level of services provided to them, noting the qualitative achievements achieved by the category of people with determination at various levels. This came during Al-Awainati’s visit to the Micro Center for Arts Training, in order to review the most prominent training programs and workshops that the center offers to people with disabilities at various ages. During the visit, Al-Awainati listened to a brief explanation from Dr. Zainab Siwar, Head of the Micro Center for Arts Training, regarding the center’s objectives aimed at enhancing the artistic and creative skills of people with disabilities, through the plastic arts programs and activities provided by the center, and what it contributes to strengthening their motor skills and developing their creativity. In addition to strengthening their self-confidence and encouraging them to express themselves, especially since it is under the supervision of academically, scientifically and artistically qualified trainers. The Assistant Undersecretary for Welfare and Social Rehabilitation praised the efforts of the Micro Center for Arts Training, to advance the capabilities and skills of this important segment of society, by providing distinctive artistic programs to establish a culture of creativity and empower them in various fields, in a way that meets their needs and aspirations, as the center is considered an ideal station for people with disabilities to share their projects. Technical, stressing the Ministry’s keenness to support all development and social efforts by strengthening the principles of community partnership with all sectors so that they have effective opportunities that contribute to building a sustainable society.