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On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons .. The Ministry of Social Development: The Kingdom of Bahrain is among the developed countries in its strategic vision for the care services p
30-09-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain celebrates with all countries of the world on the first of October of each year the International Day of Older Persons, as approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990. The United Nations has chosen the title for the theme of this year’s celebration 2022 “Elderly Women’s Resilience and Contribution”, with the aim of highlighting the ability of older women to face environmental, social and economic challenges, as well as enhancing awareness of the importance of their contributions to society while promoting dialogues aimed at protecting the rights of the elderly and recognizing their contributions to sustainable development. On this occasion, the Ministry of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is one of the developed countries in the Arab world, regionally and internationally in its strategic vision for care and development services provided to the elderly, in implementation of what was stated in the constitution, and the developments the country is witnessing within the framework of a legislative and legal system that supports the comprehensive development process under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, theking of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to strengthen the rights systems In accordance with Bahrain's commitments to the international charters and agreements that it has joined to keep pace with the aspirations of the National Strategy for Senior Citizens, in addition to the continuity of providing the necessary capabilities and initiatives that would contribute to raising the quality of life of senior citizens, in order to ensure the provision of health and social care, in recognition of their status in society and their role in building and prospering the Kingdom. Elderly women in the Kingdom of Bahrain have demonstrated their great perceptions and capabilities, as stated in this year's slogan "Elderly Women's Resilience and Contribution", as they presented many bright initiatives that wrote remarkable success stories in society, especially during the pandemic, starting with their initiative to enroll in training courses to learn digital programs and modern technologies in order to enhance their communication with local developments and global developments, similar to the rest of society, leading to the promotion of positive and effective communication with members of institutions and clubs. Day care for parents, numbering (15) homes, whose services benefit more than (1,500) elderly men and women, and work to raise the level of health and social protection, by implementing a number of health initiatives and measures to combat the spread of this virus among the elderly. In the field of empowering and activating the positive life of senior citizens, the elderly women affiliated with these day-care institutions contributed by providing community activities through visual communication channels, through their participation in a number of awareness lectures, in addition to their participation in communicating the needs of the members of these institutions of all kinds and their health needs, as well as their contribution to the initiative of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation entitled "Your Medicines at Your Home", where they had a major role in the delivery of medicines and a number of services to the homes of elderly people of both sexes. The project of day institutions for parents of homes and centers is a pioneering experience that contributed to ensuring psychological and social stability for the elderly and reflected positively on their health, living and psychological levels in line with global developments in order to provide distinguished services to them, with the allocation of an annual budget for these institutions in support of the NGOs concerned with managing these homes and clubs, through which integrated services and comprehensive care for this group are provided during the daytime in the residential neighborhoods in the various governorates of the country, in addition to what the Kingdom of Bahrain provides in terms of shelter and comprehensive care services for senior citizens for whom They need permanent institutional care for both sexes, through the Muharraq Social Care Center, in addition to providing them with all health, social, psychological and living services. In order to provide the best services to senior citizens, the Ministry of Social Development has established a special office for services to the elderly, and works to provide all services and programs concerned with the elderly category to ensure improving their lives and encouraging them to continue giving and benefiting from their experiences. The Ministry of Social Development continues its continuous efforts within the framework of the principle of effective community partnership, in cooperation and coordination with state ministries, relevant official authorities, the private sector and civil society institutions, to provide the best services to senior citizens, create a safe environment and upgrade all services provided to this group, in accordance with international practices and standards in this regard.
Al-Asfoor: Bahraini youth’s ideas and initiatives are of interest and deserve support
30-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office today Ms. Amina Abbas Al-Mawali, where she presented him with her recently completed master's thesis in the Department of Media, Tourism and Arts at the University of Bahrain, entitled "The Role of Designing Smart Phone Applications in Developing the Professional Practice of Digital Media Practitioners". For his part, His Excellency Minister Al-Asfoor praised the initiatives and ideas of Bahraini youth and university students, which contribute to the development of government work and the introduction of some development projects to broader and more developed horizons. During the meeting, Al-Mawali reviewed the steps for completing her master's thesis, as she relied on a case study of a number of productive families under the umbrella of the Step Home Projects Program of the Ministry of Social Development, and their marketing methods for their various products through various media means, continuing with that the need to find advanced marketing technology that serves this productive group in society. The Ministry of Social Development in activating this project to serve productive families.
During his meeting with the heads and members of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work.. Minister of Social Development: Volunteering is an essential pillar of the programs of NGOs
29-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, honorary member of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work, received Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Abdullah Al-Mushaqih from the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the honorary president of the association, Mr. Hassan bin Eid Bukhamas, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the association, Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Sindi, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors, and the delegation accompanying Dr. Al-Mushaqih, during his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, His Excellency the Minister welcomed the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work, praising the society's sustainable developmental and social contributions, and its initiatives in implementing many qualitative projects that benefit society and the country, in addition to what the society seeks to achieve in terms of humanitarian goals by spreading the culture of volunteer work, stressing that volunteer work is a fundamental pillar of the activities of civil society organizations, and that the Ministry of Social Development is keen to facilitate civil work according to the laws and regulations concerned in this context. For their part, the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Association reviewed the most prominent achievements of the Association, noting in this regard that the Association is constantly working on the continuous review of its development strategy, believing in the importance of supporting national efforts that contribute to the advancement and development of society at the various levels of economic, social, education and health. They also expressed their appreciation to the Ministry of Social Development for its institutional support efforts for civil work organizations, especially with regard to promoting the culture of volunteering, which contributed and continues to make the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work in particular and civil society organizations in general, achieving qualitative and distinctive leaps in the paths of development to develop services that are provided to the citizen and the country according to a future perspective.
On the sidelines of honoring entrepreneurs and pioneering projects in the field of social work.. Al-Asfour: The Kingdom of Bahrain is rich in an integrated system for development and volunteer work
27-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, confirmed that honoring the pioneering establishments and projects in the fields of work and social development in the Kingdom of Bahrain at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries is an achievement added to the series of achievements of the Kingdom and its people in the field of social work. His Excellency the Minister praised the initiative of honoring the ceremony, which was held in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of the eighth meeting of the Ministerial Committees for Civil Services, Labor, Social Affairs and Development in the GCC countries, for a group of leading personalities and projects in the field of social work, distinguished companies and owners of small projects in the GCC countries. He also explained the importance of this honoring to Bahraini entrepreneurs and within a distinguished Gulf group, for Dr. Sheikha Salem Al-Areedh to be honored in the category of pioneering personalities in the social field, and Al-Mabarrah Al-Khalifia Foundation for the “Rayat Program” project, and Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Company for the “Mubarak Kanoo Comprehensive Social Center” project for the category of pioneering social projects in the field of social work. Integrated professional voluntary civil work within legal and legislative frameworks to protect it and facilitate its achievements in various fields of development work. Al-Asfoor called on establishments, institutions and entrepreneurs to follow the example of the honored authorities in the field of developing social work, by strengthening the principle of partnership and social responsibility between the government and private sectors and civil society institutions, which effectively support national efforts and in a positive way at various social and economic levels, stressing in this regard the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to enable social work in its various forms to achieve the goals of sustainable development plans in societies. For their part, the honorees stressed the continuation of development work to support national efforts in the social, welfare and rehabilitation fields for the development and renaissance of Bahraini society, expressing their thanks and appreciation to His Excellency the Minister and all employees of the Ministry of Social Development, for their confidence in their candidacy for this high honor at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which is an incentive to exert more effort and giving to keep pace with governmental and societal aspirations and to advance the social field to levels of success and distinction, thus contributing to the provision of the best and finest development services. Al-Mabarrah Al-Khalifia Foundation appreciated the confidence of the Ministry of Social Development and the nomination of the Rayaat program as one of the pioneering projects offered by the civil sector in the field of social work in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting in this context that the honoring is a great motivation for the Foundation to move towards activating more specific initiatives and projects in line with the strategy of sustainable social responsibility, in addition to spreading awareness among members of society, especially the youth, of the importance of contributing to community volunteer service. Dr. Shaikha Al-Arrayedh also explained that this honor is a Gulf appreciation to the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is full of patriotic arms who have spared no effort in providing efforts to work to achieve good and societal development, and that honoring is an opportunity to present appreciation and gratitude to all workers in the field of volunteering and social and charitable work who are keen to support and support the official authorities in various disciplines and fields and wherever the need arises to meet the call of duty and volunteer to serve the nation. On the other hand, Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company affirmed its keenness to translate the plans and visions of the government through the implementation of qualitative community initiatives that contribute to the renaissance and progress of the country, noting that honoring the company in this Gulf forum consolidates the pioneering position enjoyed by the Kingdom of Bahrain in social work in its comprehensive concept, in addition to what it harnesses of capabilities to engage in this field, to promote developmental and social values, within a civilized framework and basic pillars to enable strategic partnership with various relevant authorities, with efficiency and high quality.
The Minister of Social Development heads the ministry’s delegation participating in the eighth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs in the Arab Gulf States
26-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, headed the ministry's delegation participating in the work of the eighth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, which was held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on September 26th. During the meeting, the committee reviewed the final statement and the Riyadh Declaration of the 42nd session of the Supreme Council, which deals with the importance of the special strategic partnership between the Cooperation Council, the Kingdom of Morocco and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the keenness to implement the joint action plan. available. Their Excellencies the ministers reviewed a number of items on the adoption of September 14 of each year as the Gulf Family Day, and the proposal of the General Secretariat on activating joint Gulf action for Gulf women, which will highlight the efforts and achievements made by these GCC countries in the field of women's empowerment at the economic and social levels. During the opening ceremony of the meeting, Dr. Sheikha Salem Al-Areedh was honored in the category of pioneering personalities in the field of social work, and the Al-Mabarrah Al-Khaleejia Foundation (Rayat Program) for voluntary private sector projects, as well as honoring Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Company (Mubarak Kanoo Comprehensive Social Center) in the category of private commercial sector institutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain, due to the importance of institutions and their contributions to community partnership that benefit citizens. At the conclusion of the meeting, a number of decisions were issued, most notably the approval of the final statement and the Riyadh Declaration, which stipulated the importance of joint cooperation between the Gulf states and both the Kingdom of Morocco and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs also directed the activation of joint Gulf action in the field of Gulf women, and the formation of a permanent committee at the level of the GCC countries concerned with this issue working under the umbrella of the General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council, in addition to approving the allocation of September 14 of each year to celebrate a day for the Gulf family, and the adoption of the general framework and action plan for celebrating this day in all GCC countries, in addition to approving a mechanism Nominating representatives of member states in international organizations and agreements concerned with social affairs, ensuring their integration and identifying their members. It is noteworthy that the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf was formed under the umbrella of the General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council pursuant to the decision issued by the Ministerial Council at its 127th session (Jeddah, June 2013), in light of the implementation of the principles of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God protect him and protect him, regarding strengthening joint Gulf action and activating the role of ministerial committees at the level of the GCC countries. The committee is responsible for following up the implementation of the decisions of the Supreme Council in the field of social development and achieving well-being for the citizens of the GCC countries, in addition to working to issue legislation and legal tools in the social field.
The Minister of Social Development congratulates His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad on renewing the royal confidence on his appointment as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Foundation f
21-09-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, sent a cable of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, in which he expressed his warmest congratulations on the occasion of the issuance of the Royal Decree by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, on the formation of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Foundation for Humanitarian Work, and on renewing the Royal Trust by assigning His Highness to head the Board of Trustees, in appreciation and pride For the tangible national efforts made by His Highness that contributed to the development of the work of this institution to be in the ranks of the ancient international humanitarian institutions, and to achieve the lofty royal visions and aspirations to serve humanity and social welfare in the Kingdom of Bahrain. His Excellency the Minister praised the royal high support for humanitarian and social work in the dear Kingdom, and the promotion of the pioneering role played by the esteemed government, headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, in promoting and achieving the goals of humanitarian work as one of the pillars of Bahraini society and its authentic culture derived from Islamic teachings, Arab traditions and civilized human vision. Asking the Almighty God to grant His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa success in all national tasks to promote noble humanitarian work at all levels.
Al-Ansari discusses with the Minister of Social Development the next cooperation plan
21-09-2022
Her Excellency Professor Hala Al-Ansari, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Women, received at the Council's headquarters in Riffa, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development. During the meeting, a number of common issues related to family and societal stability were discussed, and upcoming paths of cooperation dealing with social care services and programs concerned with the economic empowerment of productive families and beneficiaries of social assistance. Al-Ansari praised the Ministry's efforts in providing the appropriate environment for the development of family counseling services. The two parties also agreed on the importance of activating the Equal Opportunities Committee in the Ministry to maintain the pace of work and the achievements of women in the work environment, and in terms of achieving the principle of equal opportunities for the services provided to them and the Bahraini family. For his part, Mr. Al-Asfoor affirmed the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to enhance cooperation with the Supreme Council for Women in order to achieve common developmental and sustainable goals in terms of continuing the progress of women and enhancing their pivotal and essential role in the national renaissance, in addition to consolidating family stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain, under the royal patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the great endeavors of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and the unlimited support of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of the great King of the country, President of the Supreme Council for Women, may God protect her, for Bahraini women, empowering them, and providing them with opportunities to achieve full participation in society
The Minister of Social Development receives Reverend Hani Aziz and a number of priests
16-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Rev. Hani Aziz, servant of the National Evangelical Church in the Kingdom of Bahrain and head of the White Flags Association, accompanied by a number of priests representing Christian denominations residing in the Kingdom of Bahrain. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor welcomed Rev. Hani Aziz, and his honorable companions, stressing the Kingdom of Bahrain's firm commitment to protecting freedom of religion and belief, adding that this is an authentic and historical approach of the Kingdom of Bahrain over the centuries, and was reinforced by the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain. For his part, Rev. Hani and his accompanying priests affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is a model of tolerance and coexistence between religions, praising the support received by churches and temples in the Kingdom, which provided the opportunity for adherents of different religions to live freely on the land of this honorable country.
The Minister of Social Development meets the American ambassador
15-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office at the Ministry's headquarters, His Excellency Mr. Stephen Bondy, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, His Excellency the Minister welcomed the US Ambassador, praising the depth of bilateral relations between the two friendly countries, and stressing in this regard the importance of continuing to build on and enhance the achievements made in a way that contributes to opening broader horizons at all levels. They also discussed the paths of the development partnership linking the two friendly countries and the importance of its continuation and advancement to achieve common aspirations and goals, in addition to discussing a number of topics and issues of common concern. For his part, the US Ambassador extended his thanks and appreciation to His Excellency the Minister for the kind hospitality and reception, noting the development and progress witnessed by the social development system in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Minister of Social Development: Immediately implementing the directive of His Highness the Crown Prince, the Prime Minister, to continue disbursing the financial support for the high cost premium to
15-09-2022
In implementation of the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to continue disbursing financial support for the high-priced allowance for driving instructors on the lists of eligibility for the allowance, the Ministry of Social Development, in coordination with the concerned authorities, has taken the necessary measures to disburse the amounts to the beneficiaries. In this regard, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that, based on the assignment of His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Ministry, in coordination with the concerned authorities, proceeded immediately to evaluate and study the decision of the Ministry of Social Development regarding the high-price allowance for driving instructors, and it will take the necessary measures to set the controls for entitlement to financial support for the high-price allowance. The Ministry also indicated that the issue of professionals (including driving instructors) was presented to the committee concerned with financial support, and their conditions were studied, in accordance with relevant laws and decisions. It was confirmed to the committee that after regular work in the profession of driving instructors and the end of the challenges of the pandemic, and the determination of the material value of one training hour, the average income of the driving instructor does not fall within the category of those with limited income who are eligible for financial support. The Ministry of Social Development affirms its keenness on the interest of all groups and its investigation of accuracy before making any decision regarding entitlement to any social assistance, noting that the doors of the Ministry are open to anyone who wants to file a grievance in this regard, bringing with him the supporting documents of the case.
The Minister of Social Development reviews the contributions of the Bahrain Society for Parental Care
14-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office at the Ministry the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Society for Parents Welfare, Mr. Ahmed Al-Banna, and in the presence of the Director of the Ibrahim Kanoo Social Club for Parents, Mr. Ahmed Al-Fadala. For his part, Al-Asfoor praised the valuable efforts provided by the association and the support for government efforts to enhance and protect the status of senior citizens in society, stressing in this context the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to overcome all obstacles that charitable and voluntary associations may face, in order to contribute to achieving their institutional goals, according to the laws and regulations in force in the field of supporting civil associations. For his part, the Chairman of the Board of Directors expressed his thanks and appreciation for the continuous efforts of the Ministry of Social Development in supporting and assisting NGOs, and providing them with opportunities to exercise their charitable and humanitarian role in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Ministry of Social Development: disbursement of financial support according to eligibility conditions
14-09-2022
Regarding what was raised about stopping the disbursement of financial support (expensive allowance) for driving instructors, the Ministry of Social Development clarified that stopping the request for entitlement to financial support for any beneficiary takes place when it becomes clear that he has income and does not indicate to the Ministry that he has obtained this income, and accordingly the Ministry takes the necessary measures to stop disbursing financial support (expensive allowance), according to the laws and regulations in force. The Ministry also indicated that the issue of professionals (including driving instructors) was presented to the committee concerned with financial support, and their conditions were studied, in accordance with relevant laws and decisions. It was confirmed to the committee that after regular work in the profession of driving instructors and the end of the challenges of the pandemic, and the determination of the material value of one training hour, the average income of the driving instructor does not fall within the category of those with limited income who are eligible for financial support. The Ministry of Social Development affirms its keenness on the interest of all groups and its investigation of accuracy before making any decision regarding entitlement to any social assistance, noting that the doors of the Ministry are open to anyone who wants to file a grievance in this regard, bringing with him the supporting documents of the case.
Statement of the Ministry of Social Development on the occasion of Gulf Family Day
13-09-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates with the Gulf community in celebrating the Gulf Family Day, which falls on the fourteenth of September of each year, which was submitted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a proposal during the seventh meeting of the Committee of Ministers for Social Development Affairs of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf on September 21 of last year, to celebrate the Gulf family and highlight the importance of its role in society. The participation of the Kingdom of Bahrain on this day is an embodiment of its keenness to implement everything that would achieve security and stability for Bahraini families, given that the family is the basis of society based on religion, morals and patriotism, in line with the principles stated in the National Action Charter and the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain that guarantee and protect family freedoms and rights, which contributed to strengthening Bahrain's position internationally and highlighting it as a state of institutions governed by the law and based on its national obligations. Various governmental, private and civil agencies contribute to caring for the Bahraini family, in light of the system of legislation for preserving the dignity and safety of these families, including the Ministry of Social Development, which is constantly working on drawing up social policies based on community studies that are a tributary to improving the quality of life in society, in addition to strengthening the developmental and care methods provided to these families, especially projects and plans that contribute to the advancement of various aspects of life for Bahraini families in order to build society efficiently and competently. On this occasion, the Ministry of Social Development expresses its pride in what Bahraini families have achieved of a national balance full of achievements in the development of society and the national economy, through the step program for home projects, as an expression of the talent rooted in the Bahraini citizen that made him innovate and manufacture a unique and distinctive product circulated for marketing, as well as the attractive facilities that the Ministry has made available to Bahraini productive families to share their ideas and distinguished projects in the market, enabling them to remain stable through a series of training workshops and consultations. Technical provided by specialists in the field of financing and projects in the Family House for Microfinance, which provided banking facilities to productive Bahraini families. On the other hand, the Ministry of Social Development leads the course of social work in the light of community partnership with the governmental, private and private sectors to play an important vital role in the fields and areas of families through the various projects and initiatives it offers. Family guidance offices in social centers distributed in all governorates of the Kingdom of Bahrain are among these projects and initiatives. And achieving the highest levels of mental health, happiness, satisfaction and family stability, as well as reducing the proportion of family problems and conflicts, whether familial, marital, educational, social or personal, by following several approaches to reach the goals it seeks to achieve such as the preventive approach, the therapeutic approach and the developmental approach. society and its civilization The Ministry of Social Development has also initiated the activation of the Family Welfare Program concerned with the implementation of judicial rulings regarding visits of divorced and separated children through social centers instead of police stations, based on the vision of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty the King, President of the Supreme Council for Women, and the belief of Her Highness, may God protect her, in achieving safety and psychological stability for the Bahraini family. Al-Usri supervise the implementation of this program. With regard to social protection, Dar Al-Aman provides temporary shelter and necessary protection for battered women and their minor children to victims of domestic violence, in addition to providing various types of living, social, health and legal services, as this project represents a model of community partnership between the Ministry and NGOs. The Ministry of Social Development continues to provide its services in the care, protection and development of the family in all aspects, and seeks to put forward more initiatives and projects that raise the level of services provided.
The Minister of Social Development participates in Kerala Club's celebration of its 75th anniversary
10-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, praised the depth and strength of the historical relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the friendly Republic of India, stressing the keenness of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain to continue the development and development of joint cooperation between the two friendly countries in various fields, in order to achieve the desired interests and goals, noting in the same context the role of the Indian community and its diverse scientific and professional expertise in many development fields. This came during a ceremony organized by the Kerala Samajim Club in the Kingdom of Bahrain, on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the club, and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, His Excellency the Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Minister Al-Asfoor expressed his sincere congratulations to the Kerala Club, praising the social role it has played in the Kingdom of Bahrain over the years, through activities and programs introducing the culture of the two countries, and the club's participation in various occasions in light of the tolerance and coexistence enjoyed by Bahrain.
During his participation in the meeting of the jury and the participants in the "Ammar" award .. Al-Asfour stresses the importance of providing comprehensive protection for people of determination and
09-09-2022
Under the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, the Al-Irada Association for the Gifted with Disabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia organized a meeting for the arbitration committee and participants in the “Ammar Award for Supporting Creators with Disabilities” in its sixth session locally and the second at the level of the Arab Gulf countries, at the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Manama, and in the presence of the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the association, Dr. The discovery tour conducted by the committee to visit a number of cities in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The Ammar Award for Supporting Creative People with Disabilities aims to discover talented people in this category, and motivate various members of society and civil society organizations to contribute constructively towards supporting humanitarian initiatives to enable them to be active members of society. On this occasion, Al-Asfoor praised the contributions of the Al-Irada Association for the Gifted with Disabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, noting its efforts to promote and support the rights of people with disabilities in all societal and developmental fields, through the "Ammar Award for Supporting Creative People with Disabilities" and other initiatives, stressing in this context the Kingdom of Bahrain's interest in the category of people with disabilities (people with determination) to improve their conditions, discover their talents and preserve their rights to ensure comprehensive protection for them and enjoy equality with their peers through their rehabilitation and integration into society. The minister also pointed out that the achievements made for people of determination in the Kingdom of Bahrain come as one of the features of the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great King of the country, may God protect and preserve him, and the support and follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, pointing out that Bahrain was one of the first countries to ratify the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, in addition to launching the National Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, as the Kingdom was one of the developed countries in enacting many supportive and guarantor legislation To preserve the rights of people with disabilities, and thus the Kingdom has made great strides towards integrating this group into society. He said that the Kingdom of Bahrain, with its various governmental, private and civil sectors, is keen to advance the category of people with determination, and raise the level of services provided to them, stressing the continuation of community partnership programs and projects with government, private and civil sectors to achieve more achievements in the field of protecting and caring for people of determination.
During his meeting with the Malaysian Ambassador .. Al-Asfour: Confirms the continuation of strengthening joint cooperation between the two friendly countries in the areas of social development
08-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office at the Ministry's headquarters today, the Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Piyush Shrivastav. During the meeting, Al-Asfoor affirmed the depth of the historical friendship between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the friendly Republic of India, stressing the continuation of enhancing opportunities for joint bilateral cooperation in development and social fields related to the tasks of the Ministry of Social Development, in light of the keenness of the two friendly countries to raise the level of cooperation horizons. For his part, the Ambassador of the Republic of India praised the efforts of the Ministry of Social Development to upgrade the system of protection and social care, looking forward to continuing to strengthen the historical relations between the two friendly countries, which contributes to enhancing the exchange of experiences in development projects and initiatives.
Al-Asfour discusses with the Algerian ambassador ways to exchange experiences in the areas of social development
07-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received in his office, His Excellency the Ambassador of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Abdel Hamid Ahmed Khoja, in order to discuss the joint relations between the two brotherly countries and opportunities for their development. During the meeting, Al-Asfoor welcomed the Algerian ambassador, praising the bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the brotherly People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, then the two sides reviewed ways of exchanging experiences in the fields of community development. For his part, the Algerian ambassador stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral relations, in order to achieve common goals and interests between the two countries, praising the development and growth enjoyed by the Kingdom of Bahrain in various fields.
The Minister of Social Development meets the Resident Coordinator of the activities of the United Nations in the Kingdom of Bahrain
07-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office the Resident Coordinator of United Nations Activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Khalid Al-Maqoud. During the meeting, they reviewed areas of cooperation between the Ministry of Social Development and the programs of the United Nations related to the Ministry, in addition to discussing developments in work between the two sides in the development and social fields. In this context, Minister Al-Asfoor affirmed the Ministry of Social Development's keenness to enhance aspects of cooperation with the United Nations in order to achieve common goals and interests, reviewing the efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain to enhance development fields within the framework of the social protection and welfare system. For his part, the Resident Coordinator of United Nations Activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Ministry of Social Development, stressing the support for the existing cooperation in the development fields, which contributes to achieving the development goals in their comprehensive concept.
The Minister of Social Development meets the Resident Coordinator of the activities of the United Nations in the Kingdom of Bahrain
07-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office the Resident Coordinator of United Nations Activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Khalid Al-Maqoud. During the meeting, they reviewed areas of cooperation between the Ministry of Social Development and the programs of the United Nations related to the Ministry, in addition to discussing developments in work between the two sides in the development and social fields. In this context, Minister Al-Asfoor affirmed the Ministry of Social Development's keenness to enhance aspects of cooperation with the United Nations in order to achieve common goals and interests, reviewing the efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain to enhance development fields within the framework of the social protection and welfare system. For his part, the Resident Coordinator of United Nations Activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Ministry of Social Development, stressing the support for the existing cooperation in the development fields, which contributes to achieving the development goals in their comprehensive concept.
The Minister of Social Development meets the President of the National Institution for Human Rights
06-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received in his office the President of the National Institution for Human Rights, Eng. Ali Ahmed Al-Derazi, where they discussed a number of issues of common interest between the two sides, in a way that contributes to supporting the fields of protection and social care. During the meeting, the Minister of Social Development praised the efforts of the National Institution for Human Rights and its contributions to the promotion and protection of human rights in the Kingdom of Bahrain. For his part, Al-Derazi expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the Ministry of Social Development and its role in implementing initiatives aimed at promoting human rights, in order to improve the areas of protection and social care, stressing keenness on continuous cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development in order to achieve the desired goals.