On the occasion of Bahraini Women's Day.. Minister of Social Development: Bahraini women have proven their competence and presence in all fields and positions they have held
30-11-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that the civilized achievements of Bahraini women in light of the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and with the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have consolidated the progress of Bahraini women, and the implementation of national plans to advance their capabilities, through many initiatives and support at the national level, which reflects the great appreciation they enjoy. And a high position at all levels. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development extended his sincere congratulations to Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, may God protect her. home. His Excellency explained that the Ministry pays great attention to Bahraini women through many specific initiatives and projects, to empower them and preserve their rights and guarantee their equality, as well as overcoming the difficulties they face, in order to fulfill their role in community service to the fullest, thus allowing them opportunities to give and participate in construction and development at all levels, stressing in this context that the percentage of women home-project owners reached 75%, and that of the total affiliates of the step-by-step program for home projects of the Ministry of Social Development aimed at empowering women economically, and the percentage of women who benefited from Training courses for home-based entrepreneurs account for 99%. As for civil work, the number of women's associations has doubled to reach 20, which have had an active role in defending women's rights and expressing their issues with the support and encouragement of the state. Believing in the great role of Bahraini women in the development of society, the Ministry of Social Development has provided, and continues to provide, full support to all Bahraini women of all categories, whether through social security assistance, or financial support for the low-income (expensive allowance), as well as family and childhood development services, pointing out his happiness that Bahraini women are an example to follow at all levels and fields, as they were and still are the cause of the achievements that have been achieved, and in the process of continuous construction and the constant movement of development.