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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.
The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development participates in the ninth meeting of undersecretaries in the Gulf countries
02-09-2023
Her Excellency the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development, Professor Sahar Rashid Al Mannai, participated in the ninth meeting held by Their Excellencies the Undersecretaries of the Ministries of Development Affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, via video communication technology, headed by His Excellency Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmed bin Rashid Al Shamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development in The Sultanate of Oman - the sisterly presidential state - with the participation of Their Excellencies Undersecretaries of the Ministries of Social Development Affairs, and His Excellency Khalid bin Ali bin Salem Al Sunaidi, Assistant Secretary for Economic and Development Affairs of the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council. During the meeting, the decision of the Supreme Council in its forty-first session regarding the unified guiding law for empowering persons with disabilities, the unified guiding law for volunteer work, and the decision of the Ministerial Council regarding protecting moral, religious and family values in Gulf societies was reviewed. The agents also discussed the strategy of joint Gulf action for women’s affairs in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, in addition to discussing the State of Kuwait’s proposal for an award for creative and distinguished people with disabilities in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. The meeting concluded with a number of recommendations that will be presented to the next meeting of the Committee of Their Excellencies and Excellencies the Ministers of Social Development Affairs of the GCC countries, which is scheduled to be held on September 20, 2023 in the city of Muscat.
2,700 children and adolescents enrolled in 140 development programmes The Minister of Social Development sponsors the closing ceremony of the children's and youth summer clubs programs
31-08-2023
Under the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, the Sharifa Al-Awadi Club for Children and Youth organized the closing ceremony of the annual summer programs and events for this year, in the presence of the Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development at the Ministry, Ms. Enas Al-Majid, whose participants exceeded 2,700 children and young people of different ages who benefited From nearly 140 development programs in the social and educational fields, in cooperation with 14 government and private sectors over the past three months, with the participation of a number of officials and representatives of the supporting agencies, club members and their parents. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development emphasized that the children's and youth clubs are one of the Ministry's initiatives in the field of childhood, in order to develop and protect the rights of the child, in a way that guarantees the creation of a society in which a decent and sustainable life prevails for this group, which forms the basis for the future generation, and then achieve active participation for them to be The arms of building the homeland. In this context, he also explained the importance of holding these summer programs because of their positive impact on the education of children and young adults, in a way that benefits them, and instills sound values in them, within a healthy and practical environment commensurate with the orientations of these two groups, and makes their parents more reassured that they are in a safe station. , especially with qualified national cadres to deal with them with all professionalism and sincerity, to contribute to the consolidation of constructive values and the development of their skills and talents according to their future aspirations. In the field of club programs and events, Minister Al-Asfour referred to the role of children's and youth clubs in activating cultural and recreational activities and programs aimed at exploiting their energies and refining their hobbies, with the aim of enhancing their creativity, in addition to the clubs' keenness to implement a variety of summer programs aimed at accommodating the largest possible number of participants. He praised the role of families in encouraging their children and involving them in these programs to discover their abilities, and to provide appropriate opportunities for them to organize ways and means of investing time, expressing his thanks and appreciation to those in charge and workers of the summer program for their efforts to make the activities of children's and youth clubs a success. On the other hand, the events and activities of the Sharifa Al-Awadi Children’s and Youth Club, and the children’s and youth clubs in the Ibn Khaldun and Sitra social centers, were distinguished by incorporating all age groups from the ages of 4 to 17 years, during the months of June, July and August, and more than 2,700 children and young people benefited from them. They joined nearly 140 development programs in the fields of social, educational, cultural and recreational activities, which aim to provide them with the skills they need to enhance their cognitive and scientific awareness, and to instill self-confidence through teamwork. These programs were implemented according to the principle of community partnership with 14 governmental and private sectors, to In addition to activating the energies of former club members from the youth category, by integrating them into the administrative and technical tasks of the clubs. The closing ceremony included honoring the members of the Oasis of Faith Club and the strategic partners of the club's programs and volunteers, and a visual presentation on summer programs and activities, in addition to an accompanying exhibition that contained the creativity and productions of children and youth in various programs.
The Minister of Social Development receives the President and members of the Baha'i Social Society
29-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Baha'i Social Society, received Dr. Badie' Jaberi, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. During the meeting, the most important goals of the association aimed at building and developing society were reviewed, based on human values and principles that call for peaceful coexistence and tolerance among all components of society. The projects and activities of the association that it implements in cooperation and coordination with all concerned sectors, including the promotion of the role of women, were discussed. To improve society, consolidate the principle of coexistence and tolerance, and achieve peace, in addition to spreading the culture of humanitarian and social services and developing the capabilities and skills of those in charge of them. The Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is a country of civilization and openness to other cultures, and a safe place for everyone to practice their beliefs freely and reassuringly. A culture of peace and peaceful coexistence among peoples, pointing to the importance of the commitment of civil organizations to their developmental and social role in accordance with their institutional system to improve volunteer work and community service.
The Minister of Social Development sponsors the inauguration of the "ICAN" Center for Special Education
28-08-2023
nder the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, the ICANN Center for Special Education was inaugurated, in the presence of the Assistant Undersecretary for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation at the Ministry, Ms. Zainab Al-Awainati, the Head of the Center, Ms. Nora Maatouk, and a number of relevant national institutions and social figures. On this occasion, Minister Al-Asfoor praised the efforts of the ICANN Center for Special Education, stressing that supporting and caring for people with disabilities is a national and societal responsibility, and that Bahrain has made tangible achievements in the field of partnership and development of rehabilitation services in cooperation with many governmental, private and civil agencies that believe in the importance of their social responsibilities. Pointing out that the Ministry is looking forward to more opportunities to enhance community partnership with all sectors in the developmental and social fields, which are in the interest of society. In this regard, he pointed out the importance of projects and initiatives that contribute to achieving the aspirations of people with disabilities and their families through developed programs with a high level of leadership, stressing that the Ministry of Social Development is working to harness efforts to improve the services provided to this important group of society, to ensure their integration and provide protection comprehensive care for them. For her part, the head of the ICANN Center for Special Education, Ms. Nora Maatouk, expressed her thanks and appreciation to the Ministry of Social Development for its support for the efforts of institutions of people with disabilities in general and the center in particular, which aim to provide advanced services in the field of education and rehabilitation of people with disabilities, noting that the center provides Advanced curricula and programs to ensure maximum independence for its members, and to exercise all their rights in a natural way, in addition to spreading a culture of best practices in dealing with people with disabilities.
The Minister of Social Development receives the Indian Ambassador on the occasion of his delegation
25-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received the Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Vinod Kurian Jacob. The Minister of Social Development welcomed His Excellency the Indian Ambassador, and praised the depth of the historical and close relations that unite the two friendly countries and peoples, and the development and growth witnessed by bilateral cooperation at all levels, stressing the readiness of the Ministry of Social Development to provide all means that contribute to strengthening aspects of cooperation between the two countries and raising them to broader levels, He wished the Ambassador of the friendly Republic of India success in his diplomatic missions. For his part, the Ambassador of the Republic of India appreciated the care and attention given to the Indian community residing in the Kingdom of Bahrain, expressing his aspiration to strengthen relations and exchange experiences in order to achieve the aspirations of the two countries.
During his meeting with the head of the National Institution for Human Rights, the Minister of Social Development confirms support for the national efforts to preserve the dignity and rights of the ch
24-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, Chairman of the National Institution for Human Rights, Eng. Ali Ahmed Al-Derazi, and Member of the Board of Commissioners and Commissioner for Child Rights at the Institution, Dr. Houria Abbas Al-Dairi. During the meeting, the most important issues of concern to the "Child's Rights Commissioner" were reviewed, including the protection and promotion of the child's best interests, and support for the child's environmental policy, in cooperation and coordination with all governmental, private and private sectors, as well as relevant regional and international non-governmental organizations, as well as a discussion of support and assistance services. For children to ensure the promotion of their rights in accordance with national laws and international agreements, and in a manner that gives them the right upbringing so that they are able to contribute to building and advancing society. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is one of the developed countries in the field of laws that protect the rights of the child, pointing to the efficiency of quality institutions that provide support services for the relevant national efforts, stressing in this regard the Ministry's keenness to strengthen community partnership with all different sectors, And work to overcome the challenges that prevent the preservation of the dignity and rights of the child. For their part, the Chairman of the National Institution for Human Rights, a member of the Board of Commissioners and the Commissioner for Child Rights in the institution, valued the efforts of the Ministry of Social Development and its relentless and supportive endeavors to the concerned authorities to develop and strengthen its projects and programs that serve and guarantee the rights of the child.
The Minister of Social Development receives the Nepalese ambassador
23-08-2023
The Minister of Social Development, Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, received the Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mr. Tirtha Raj Wagle. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor welcomed the Nepalese ambassador, reviewing with him the bilateral relations between the two countries and the advanced developments they are witnessing at all levels, noting the importance of continuing to work on consolidating and developing these relations, especially in the areas of protection and social care. For his part, the Ambassador of the Republic of Nepal expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Minister of Social Development, praising the efforts made by the Kingdom of Bahrain towards strengthening the bonds of cooperation between the two countries, stressing his country's pride in the bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, and its keenness to enhance joint work and coordination. .
The Minister of Social Development receives the President and members of the Health and Safety Association
21-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Dr. Mustafa Al-Sayed, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Health and Safety Association, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. During the meeting, the most prominent initiatives of the voluntary association aimed at enhancing the areas of health and safety in society were reviewed, by consolidating the concepts of community awareness that contribute to achieving safety in all facilities, in addition to raising the level of these humanitarian fields. Aspects of cooperation and coordination were also discussed to enhance volunteer efforts and achieve aspirations. Serving the Bahraini community. For his part, the Minister of Social Development praised the role played by the association and its qualitative contributions, stressing the importance of community partnership with development goals, which is based on the rules of common awareness for a positive impact, pointing in this regard to the ministry's keenness to support the efforts of civil organizations, and to overcome the challenges that You face it in accordance with the laws and regulations in force in this field.
Minister Al-Asfoor receives a copy of the doctoral dissertation from the researcher Al-Awainati
21-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received from academic researcher Muhammad Abdul-Jabbar Al-Awainati a copy of his doctoral thesis in media and communication sciences from Ain Shams University in the Arab Republic of Egypt. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor congratulated the researcher on the occasion of obtaining a doctorate degree, praising his distinguished efforts in preparing research and scientific studies, praising in this context the efforts of national cadres and their contributions in the field of scientific research, wishing the researcher more success.
The Minister of Social Development chairs the second meeting of the National Committee for Childhood
16-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, chaired the second meeting of the National Committee for Childhood, in the presence of a number of committee members from representatives of government and private agencies. During the meeting, His Excellency welcomed the attendees, stressing the great role of the Childhood Committee in implementing its competencies aimed at improving the reality of childhood by working on developing childhood in all stages of life educationally, culturally and psychologically, and striving to provide legislative protection for this group in various fields, by developing a national strategy that helps The concerned authorities to develop and promote their projects and programs that serve and guarantee the rights of this group. In this context, Minister Al-Asfoor praised the outstanding efforts made by the members of the committee in consolidating the principles of cooperation and coordination between various government agencies and civil institutions to achieve integration in their field of competence, which contributes towards achieving more gains and achievements for this sector. The financial regulations of the committee were also reviewed to determine financial policies and all financial transaction procedures, as well as the internal system of the committee’s work to be consistent with its terms of reference, and the committee’s preparations for celebrating International Children’s Day during next November were discussed, in addition to reviewing the latest developments related to the implementation plan of the national strategy for childhood to enhance the environment. A safe place for all children of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and achieving everything they aspire to so that they can live in a safe life. The meeting discussed a number of issues related to strengthening efforts that contribute to improving the reality of childhood, and launching more projects and initiatives in the field of child services, care and protection, with the aim of achieving a decent and sustainable life.
On the sidelines of the conclusion of the agenda of his visit to Riyadh .. The Minister of Social Development stresses the importance of benefiting from pioneering experiences in the development secto
11-08-2023
is Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, stressed the importance of viewing and benefiting from pioneering experiences in the development and social fields, which contributes to raising the level of productivity efficiency and improving the quality of work outputs in these vital areas, and in line with the vision of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain in supporting various tracks. The development march, praising in this context the efforts of the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, Eng. Ahmed bin Suleiman Al-Rajhi, and all the officials in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in developing and modernizing the developmental and social system. This came during the conclusion of the agenda of his visit to Riyadh, where he met with the CEO of Takamul Business Services Company, Dr. Ahmed bin Abdul Jabbar Al-Yamani, to review the company's vision for economic and social transformation by finding comprehensive solutions for government services and creating a stimulating environment for launching human talent, in addition to the company's keenness to Promote digital transformation to facilitate procedures, increase the level of transparency, and improve beneficiary experiences, in accordance with standards, regulations, and the Kingdom's Vision 2030. The two sides also discussed training opportunities and plans that contribute to advancing the labor market in various fields, as well as the company's strategy to create digital portals to unify the workflow, as well as the most prominent social development initiatives implemented by the company in the field of empowering people with disabilities to obtain suitable job opportunities, and providing various programs to connect the donor. To the beneficiary, in addition to providing all rehabilitation and social guidance services for the various groups of society, in addition to the platform for the non-profit sector to enable and activate this sector in managing its operations smoothly and easily.
The Minister of Social Development reviews the project of the National Center for the Development of the Non-Profit Sector in Riyadh
10-08-2023
Within the framework of the official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development and the accompanying delegation, reviewed the project of the National Center for the Development of the Non-Profit Sector, in the presence of the Deputy Minister for the Social Development Sector, His Excellency Mr. Sultan Al-Jurais, and the CEO of the Center, His Excellency Mr. Ahmed Al-Suwailem, and a number of officials. The Saudi side reviewed the most prominent goals of the National Center for the Development of the Non-Profit Sector, and the decision to establish it so that it can play its role by supporting community development and organizing the work of civil organizations in development fields, in addition to its role in integrating government efforts by providing licensing services for these organizations, and financial, administrative and technical supervision. On the sector, and to enhance coordination and support between the various concerned authorities without prejudice to the competencies of other parties, as the center works to prepare strategies, plans, programs and performance indicators, in addition to taking the necessary measures to organize the non-profit sector in terms of regulations and standards. The delegation was also briefed on the sector's growth indicators over the past years, and the advanced results it has achieved in the fields of donation and volunteering, and the most important specializations of the National Center for the Development of the Non-Profit Sector, including the governance of all organizations for donations, spreading the culture of volunteering and awareness of the importance of this sector, as well as activating impactful investment. social services, providing advisory and training services, and supervising the financial support provided to civil organizations. During the meeting, the Saudi side referred to the most prominent achievements of the center by increasing the number of organizations and specific and specialized training for the workforce, launching more governance and fundraising platforms, as well as activating a council for associations and civil institutions and their branches, as the center aspires to achieve many development goals, and to ensure its participation in areas of improvement quality of life for the community. In this regard, the experience of classifying non-profit organizations was reviewed based on the national classification of economic activities, and the most prominent efforts of the center to enable and support the non-profit sector through electronic linking between various government agencies to facilitate the procedures and work of organizations, as well as efforts to support innovation through the program to accelerate innovation of associations and the network National Innovation Spaces.
The Minister of Social Development discusses with the deputy of the Saudi Social Development Sector the promotion of cooperation in the areas of supporting civil organizations
09-08-2023
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, met with His Excellency Professor Sultan Al-Jurais, Deputy Minister for the Social Development Sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of his official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. During the meeting, aspects of cooperation and partnership in the field of supporting civil organizations were discussed. The Saudi side reviewed the national project "The National Platform for Donations" and its strategic objectives through its contribution to achieving the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to enable a healthy and dignified life, activating the partnership between the government and private sectors, as well as the governance of donations management. In order to reach the beneficiaries easily and easily, in addition to empowering NGOs in developing financial resources and collecting donations, the advantages of the national platform and its positive results on the non-profit sector in community development were also discussed. The Bahraini delegation was also briefed on the most important initiatives implemented by Saudi Arabia in the field of strengthening the role of NGOs. In this context, they reviewed the "Society Support Fund" project, which is strategically linked to community development and the non-profit sector, and works to support associations by developing their resources and investments and activating their partnerships to achieve Its financial sustainability and the enhancement of its social role have been reviewed. The most important objectives of the Fund aimed at supporting programs and projects that contribute to the growth and development of associations and strengthening their institutional capabilities and development contributions, as well as supporting programs for qualifying workers in these associations and developing their functional capabilities, in addition to supporting emerging associations and contributing to building their capacities organization and achieve its objectives.