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The Minister of Social Development praises the efforts of civil organizations and their contributions to community service
10-02-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, praised the role played by civil society organizations and their contributions in the social, humanitarian and charitable fields, stressing the importance of promoting a culture of volunteer work at various private and civil levels. Minister Al-Asfoor discussed with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Transport and Communications Society, Mr. Ahmed Dhaif, and in the presence of a number of members of the Society, ways to facilitate procedures that would contribute to strengthening the role of civil society organizations and improving their performance according to their institutional system. For their part, the President and members of the Bahrain Transport and Communications Society praised the efforts of the Ministry of Social Development to facilitate developmental and social work in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is provided by civil organizations to various segments and groups of society.
The Minister of Social Development appreciates the royal directives to provide urgent humanitarian relief aid to brotherly and friendly countries affected by the earthquake
09-02-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, valued the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, to provide urgent humanitarian relief aid to brotherly and friendly countries affected by the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria, which left many victims and caused great damage to infrastructure and facilities, pointing out that this royal directive confirms the noble humanitarian character and the civilized face of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which has established its position in adopting and providing programs and services. Relief projects and official development assistance during the past years. In this context, the Minister of Social Development also praised the humanitarian initiative to open the door for donations and contributions to the national campaign to support the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria, under the supervision of the Royal Foundation for Humanitarian Work, which enjoys great support from the government headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and which was announced by His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, in implementation of the royal directives. Al-Asfoor stressed that the Ministry of Social Development was keen to implement the royal directives, and directly initiated civil society organizations licensed to donate for the purpose of aiding and relief the needy, afflicted and affected, through the official accounts of the campaign, in coordination with the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, to find out the humanitarian repercussions and strengthen and intensify relief efforts to meet the needs of brothers in Syria and Turkey, in support of the national efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain, to alleviate the suffering of the victims, and based on the firm approach of standing with the victims of natural disasters in the world. The Minister of Social Development noted that the provision of humanitarian and development assistance to the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people is usually rooted in the Kingdom's approach, which continues its unremitting efforts to provide relief and assistance to various afflicted peoples, who are subjected to crises and difficult humanitarian conditions, from a humanitarian standpoint, which reflects its moral and value commitment towards all peoples.
The Minister of Social Development meets with the President and members of the Capital Municipality Council
07-02-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received HE Eng. Saleh Taher Tarada, Chairman of the Capital Municipality Council, in the presence of a number of council members. During the meeting, aspects of joint cooperation between the Ministry of Social Development and the Capital Municipality Council were discussed, in a way that contributes to the advancement of social and developmental fields in Bahraini society. For his part, the Minister of Social Development stressed the importance of supporting initiatives that support government efforts in order to achieve the public good by implementing more projects and programs aimed at serving the individual and society.
Minister Al-Asfoor looks at the sensory garden at Alia Rehabilitation Center
04-02-2023
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, stressed the importance of advancing the humanitarian and voluntary mission undertaken by civil society organizations in general, and those related to the category of people with disabilities in particular, to enhance the development and social process in accordance with the principles of cooperation and giving, especially as it is supportive of government efforts aimed at improving the level of services provided to children with disabilities. During his visit to the Alia Rehabilitation Center, Minister Al-Asfoor praised the efforts of the Bahrain Society for Children with Behavioral and Communication Difficulties, headed by Dr. Shaikha Rania bint Ali Al Khalifa, pointing out that the Society is one of the leading national institutions concerned with childhood and children with difficulties, and implements qualitative projects and programs in order to integrate community partnership between the various official, private and civil bodies, praising in this context the facilities of the Alia Early Intervention Center to care for young people who suffer from behavioral and communication difficulties. During the visit, a sensory garden was also viewed, which was designed to strengthen the senses of people with disabilities, and meet their psychological and social needs, pointing out that qualitative initiatives are considered an added value to the common government goals by benefiting from the diverse capabilities and skills of the partners in the sustainable development process.
Minister Al-Asfoor praises the efforts of the Observatory for Human Rights
03-02-2023
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Al-Marsad Society for Human Rights, Mr. Mohsen Ali Al-Ghurairy, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. During the meeting, the projects and initiatives of the association in the field of law and volunteer work were reviewed, and the objectives that the association seeks to achieve, aiming at preparing and training national cadres specialized in this field, in addition to spreading the culture of human rights and consolidating the values of democracy and citizenship. For his part, the Minister of Social Development praised the association's efforts to inculcate the concepts of human rights, and its programs that it implements in accordance with the principles of community partnership between the various official and private sectors.
The Ministry of Social Development participates in Bahrain Sports Day
02-02-2023
Based on the decision of the Council of Ministers headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, regarding the celebration of Bahrain Sports Day, to dedicate the role of sport as a societal culture, the Ministry of Social Development, with the participation of His Excellency the Minister, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, organized a number of activities and various sports programs, in the water park and its affiliated centers, in order to provide an opportunity for all its affiliates to participate in the annual Sports Day programmes. On this occasion, Minister Al-Asfoor appreciated the directives of His Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to allocate half a working day, February 2, for sports activity, in celebration of Bahrain Sports Day, to allow employees to participate in sporting events, stressing that these directives are an embodiment of the sports, health and social goals that the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain seeks to promote among state employees, noting the Ministry's keenness to participate in this day, which has become a prominent national event. In this context, he praised the efforts of the Supreme Organizing Committee for the Sports Day, led by His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Vice President of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the Public Authority for Sports, President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, to implement programs and strategies to support the sports sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain, in a way that contributes to the promotion of the health aspects of society. Officials and employees of the Ministry and employees of its affiliated centers in various governorates participated in the events and activities of the walking marathon, competitions, various sports games, free medical examinations and awareness lectures.
The Minister of Social Development stresses the importance of creativity in volunteer work
31-01-2023
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, congratulated the president and members of the “Sawt Al-Alibi” organization, for honoring her among a number of volunteer organizations, at the award ceremony for humanitarian and charitable work recently organized by the Tree of Life Charity and Social Association, stressing the importance of continuing excellence and creativity in volunteer work.
During his sponsorship of the theatrical show.. Minister of Social Development: The Kingdom of Bahrain pays great attention to disabled
31-01-2023
Under the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, Al-Bairaq Theater Team for People of Determination affiliated to the National Foundation for Services for the Disabled presented a theatrical performance entitled "Kashta", in the presence of His Excellency the Assistant Undersecretary for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Mrs. Zainab Al-Awainati, and a number of members of the House of Representatives, heads of centers of private and civil institutions and related community events, in the Cultural Hall in Manama. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain pays great attention to advancing the category of people of determination, preserving their rights to ensure comprehensive protection for them and enjoying full equality with their peers in society, as an embodiment of the visions and aspirations of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the king of Kingdom of Bahrain, and with the close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The minister also praised the performance of the artists in the Al-Bairaq theater team for people of determination, and the role played by the National Foundation for Services for the Disabled in caring for the children of artists of this category, and working to find creative theatrical energies that deserve praise and attention. Arts. The Kingdom of Bahrain won three awards at the Sixth Gulf Theater Festival for Persons with Disabilities, which was hosted by the Saudi capital, Riyadh, during December 2022, with the participation of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
With the participation of the Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Social Development, the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs concludes its work with recomme
31-01-2023
The Kingdom of Bahrain, represented by the Ministry of Social Development, participated in the work of the forty-second session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, which was held in the capital of the State of Qatar, Doha, under the title "Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Multidimensional Poverty: Continue to Implement the Sustainable Development Plan 2030 and Beyond", with the participation of the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, ministers of social affairs, a number of senior officials in the fields of social development, and heads of social bodies in Arab countries. The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development, Ms. Sahar Rashid Al-Mannai, stated that the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs issued, at the end of the 42nd session, a number of important decisions that represent a priority for joint Arab social development work, foremost of which is the continuation of the implementation of the 2030 sustainable development plan, especially in its social dimensions that affect the life of the Arab citizen, in addition to issues that concern vulnerable groups in society, especially people with disabilities, and ways to increase their integration in all fields of public life, as well as issues related to efforts to eradicate poverty in its various dimensions, which will raise its outputs. to the next Arab summit. The recommendations also included strengthening work to monitor and evaluate the various services provided to persons with disabilities through the exchange of experiences and successful experiences aimed at their inclusion. The statement added recommendations to work on implementing new surveys on the social dimensions of the 2030 sustainable development plan, including surveys related to persons with disabilities, poverty in its various dimensions, and the adoption of the Arab Classification of Disabilities project and considering it as part of the Second Arab Decade for Persons with Disabilities, in addition to updating the Arabic Sign Dictionary for the Deaf Language. The recommendations also called for strengthening the efforts of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to organize the work of the World Disability Summit 2025, and to continue efforts to recover from the current crises in a manner that takes into account the environment by designing green solutions as part of a new network for social safety in the Arab region and the world, as well as supporting the implementation of the Arab strategy to promote volunteering.
The Minister of Social Development meets the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Muharraq Charity Association
27-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Mr. Salah Muhammad Bu Hassan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Muharraq Charitable Society, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. Minister Al-Asfoor stressed the importance of strengthening efforts based on the principles of community partnership to advance development projects, and stimulate the work of civil organizations to implement pioneering and effective ideas in society, stressing the Ministry's support for all civil society institutions, in accordance with the provisions and legal procedures for civil organizations in Bahrain. During the meeting, the association's fields and services in development and social projects and activities were reviewed, and the most important initiatives and activities it implemented within the framework of community service were reviewed. For their part, the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Muharraq Charitable Society praised the efforts made by the Ministry of Social Development to enhance its development services in the areas of social care, charitable and voluntary work, stressing at the same time the importance of community partnership to support development projects and their sustainability to serve all segments and groups of society.
Minister Al-Asfoor confirms the support of charitable funds to achieve development goals
27-01-2023
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, praised the continuous humanitarian effort undertaken by the charitable funds, calling for the continuation of providing development services, in order to achieve the principles of community partnership and complement the role played by the official authorities in community development, stressing at the same time supporting and encouraging the activities of civil organizations registered under the umbrella of the Ministry of Social Development, because of their prominent role in community service. This came during his meeting with the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Sar Charity Fund, Mr. Alawi Sharaf, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors, in his office in Manama. He also praised the efforts of various civil society organizations for the tangible services and distinguished initiatives they provide to meet the needs of all segments of Bahraini society, which gives rise to pride and keenness to continue supporting these efforts.
On the sidelines of participation in the preparatory meeting for the 42nd session in Qatar.. Al-Awainati: Discussing the best ways to advance social development in the Arab world
25-01-2023
Mrs. Zainab Al-Awainati, Assistant Undersecretary for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation at the Ministry of Social Development, participated in the preparatory meeting for the work of the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs hosted by the State of Qatar, to discuss a number of important files that represent a priority for joint Arab social development work. On this occasion, the Assistant Undersecretary for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation affirmed that the preparatory meeting comes as a reinforcement of the continuation of joint cooperation and coordination efforts in order to discuss the best ways to advance social development in the Arab world, in a manner that serves social and development issues, as well as the transfer of experiences and knowledge between the Ministry and its counterparts in the Arab countries, to benefit from distinguished experiences in the fields of protection and social care. Al-Awainati explained that the meeting's agenda included many important files, most notably those related to people of determination, and ways to increase their integration in all areas of public life, as well as topics related to efforts to eradicate poverty in all its dimensions, noting that the meeting's agenda will be formulated into effective policies and recommendations, projects and decisions, which will be submitted to Their Excellencies and Excellencies the Arab Ministers of Social Affairs at their meeting during the current session.
The Ministers of (Works) and (Social Development) inspect the Budaiya Social Center project
25-01-2023
Manama, Jan. 25 (BNA): His Excellency Eng. Ibrahim bin Hassan Al-Hawaj, Minister of Public Works, and HE Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, paid an inspection visit to the Budaiya Social Center project, accompanied by a number of officials from the two ministries, to follow up on the implementation work of the project in preparation for handing it over to the Ministry of Social Development. On this occasion, the Minister of Works stated that the Kingdom of Bahrain attaches great importance to projects in all fields, in accordance with the visions and aspirations of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the directives of the esteemed government headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Minister of Works said that the Ministry provides support to all ministries and government agencies to implement their plans and programmes, within the framework of continuous interest in the various service projects that the Ministry designs and supervises their implementation, indicating that the Budaiya Social Center project was designed and implemented according to the requirements of the Ministry of Development and in a way that serves its goals that are based on achieving community partnership with various civil society institutions and the private sector. Engineer Al-Hawaj indicated that the Budaiya Social Center building is being designed on a building area of (3,783) square meters and a land area of (5,227) square meters, as the building consists of three floors and includes a main hall that can accommodate 200 people. M- Welfare and social development services, in order to raise the level of developmental support provided to all groups and ensure facilitating their access to these services. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Ministry is closely following the pace of implementation of development and social initiatives and projects, in accordance with the priorities, goals and axes of the government's program, to consolidate community security in a way that supports development and prosperity efforts, in cooperation and coordination with the various relevant official authorities. Minister Al-Asfoor said that the implementation of the Alba Social Center project, in coordination with the Ministry of Works, reflects the level of cooperation and integration between government institutions within one team, and comes in response to the needs of the villages located in the Northern Governorate, especially the villages of Diraz, Bani Jamra, Budaiya, Saar, Karana, Abu Saiba, Al-Markh, Al-Shakhura, Sadad and Al-Qadam. The Minister of Social Development thanked all the partners and supporters of this development project, in particular the Aluminum Bahrain Company "Alba" for its donation to finance the largest part of the center's cost, based on social responsibility, as the center aims to spread cultural and educational awareness in areas that affect the lives of citizens, as well as rehabilitation and economic and social empowerment for individuals and families with limited income, which contributes to the establishment of their own projects, in addition to providing social assistance, family guidance, and nearly 20 specific programs and workshops. In the areas of family, children and youth development, and other joint programs with civil society institutions, in order to achieve the principle of community partnership.
The Minister of Social Development meets the President and members of the Naeem Charity Association
24-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received Mr. Hamid Youssef Rahma, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al-Naeem Charity Association, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation to advance development projects. The Minister of Social Development praised the efforts of the Naeem Charity Association in the humanitarian and social fields, stressing the Ministry's support for all efforts of civil organizations, and overcoming obstacles that they may face, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations, noting the efforts to strengthen the principles of community partnership through which many development achievements have been achieved between state institutions and various civil organizations in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, the most prominent development projects and initiatives implemented by the association in the framework of meeting the basic and various needs of society were reviewed, in addition to social solidarity projects, and programs to raise the cultural and educational level of Bahraini individuals and families. The most important challenges facing the Naeem Charity Association were also reviewed, and procedures that would enhance its humanitarian and charitable role were reviewed.
Minister of Social Development Meets PM Al-Asbul
22-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received His Excellency Representative Mohsen Ali Al-Asbul, Member of Parliament. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfour praised the efforts of members of the legislative authority to raise the developmental and social level, stressing at the same time the importance of strengthening cooperation between the legislative and executive authorities, in a way that contributes to the continued development of society. During the meeting, a number of issues related to the competencies of the Ministry of Social Development were discussed, noting the minister's keenness to provide the best social services to achieve the desired aspirations.
Minister of Social Development Meets PM Lulwa Al-Rumaihi
22-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received HE Representative Lulwa Al-Rumaihi, Member of Parliament. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor welcomed MP Al-Rumaihi, praising the prominent role played by members of the House of Representatives in supporting national development programs and projects, which contributes towards achieving further development and development. A number of issues related to the tenth constituency in the southern governorate, and issues of common interest, which would enhance cooperation and coordination between the Ministry of Social Development and the House of Representatives, were also discussed.
The Minister of Social Development meets a member of the Shura Council, Ibtisam Al-Dallal
20-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received Dr. Ibtisam Al-Dallal, member of the Shura Council, where he briefed her on the developments in the implementation of the Ministry's programs in various social and developmental fields. During the meeting, they discussed aspects of cooperation and coordination between the executive and legislative authorities, and mechanisms that enhance joint action in order to achieve national goals, and enhance protection and social care for the various segments of Bahraini society. His Excellency the Minister praised the continuous efforts made by members of the Shura Council in this regard.
The Minister of Social Development meets the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Samaheej Islamic Center Association
18-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Samaheej Islamic Center Society, received Mr. Ammar Abdul-Jalil Radhi, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. During the meeting, the association's various activities related to social responsibility were reviewed, and its endeavor to promote the principles of charitable and humanitarian work. For his part, the Minister of Social Development praised the development programs and activities he had seen, stressing the distinguished role played by the association in promoting social cohesion and devoting the values of work and giving, stressing the Ministry's support for the efforts of charitable and voluntary societies and all civil society organizations, especially those that practice humanitarian, intellectual and educational work.
The Minister of Social Development Meets the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Friendship Association for the Blind
17-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received in his office the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Friendship Association for the Blind, Mr. Hussein Haider Al-Halibi, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. His Excellency the Minister expressed his appreciation for the developmental efforts of the association for people with visual disabilities, their families and those interested in their affairs, and the contributions of its members to the programs and projects implemented by the association aimed at highlighting the capabilities of the blind in a way that enhances their integration into society, stressing the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to raise the level of cooperation with the association in a way that contributes to ensuring the achievement of its humanitarian and social goals.
The Minister of Development meets members of the boards of directors of charities in the village of Al-Bilad Al-Qadeem, Al-Zinj and Adhari
17-01-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that the Ministry is working to enhance cooperation with charities in accordance with the principles of community partnership, indicating that the Ministry seeks to stimulate the role of civil society organizations, to play their role as a basic partner in community development, by providing all means of support and assistance, to enable these civil organizations to perform their role, translate their goals and achieve their mission to the fullest. This came during his meeting with the chairmen and a number of members of the boards of directors of charities in the village of Bilad Al Qadeem, Zinj and Adhari, in his office. During the meeting, the most prominent programs and activities of charitable societies were reviewed, and the existing aspects of cooperation with various governmental and private institutions, in order to achieve their development and humanitarian aspirations. A number of initiatives undertaken by the charitable societies to improve the services provided by them to the various segments of Bahraini society were also discussed, in addition to working to raise the efficiency of their members so that they can play their role impartially and professionally.