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The Kingdom of Bahrain participates with the countries of the world in commemorating the International Day of Disabled
02-12-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates with the countries of the world in commemorating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which was approved by the United Nations General Assembly since 1992, so that the third of December of each year will be a day of celebration, in order to promote the rights of this group in all societal and developmental fields, and to highlight the efforts of countries in this field, in addition to raising awareness of the importance of integrating people with disabilities like the rest of society, as the global celebration of the year 2022 of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities revolves around the comprehensive theme of innovation and solutions to achieve comprehensive development, especially the eighth goal of development goals Sustainable (innovation for disability-inclusive development in employment), and the tenth goal (innovation for disability-inclusive development in reducing inequality). On this occasion, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that persons with disabilities in the Kingdom of Bahrain receive great attention from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and with continuous follow-up from His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, pointing out that the Kingdom of Bahrain is one of the first countries to ratify the Convention on the Rights of this category, in order to ensure their full integration into society and the preservation of their rights. Al-Asfoor explained that work is underway to launch the executive plan for the National Strategy for People with Disabilities for the five years (2022-2026) to continue implementing more projects and programs that support the rights of people of determination, in cooperation with the Higher Committee for the Care of Affairs of Persons with Disabilities, all official and private bodies concerned with their affairs and the United Nations Development Office. The Ministry of Social Development is keen on the diligent development of services provided to persons with disabilities in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Governmental, private and private rehabilitation centers continued to implement their care, treatment, rehabilitation, academic and vocational programmes. During the academic year 2022-2023, the number of government centers run by the Ministry reached (6) centers, benefiting (205) male and female students, while the number of licensed private rehabilitation centers reached (17) centers and (649) male and female students benefited from them. The number of private centers reached (26), and (788) male and female students benefited from them. Believing in the principle of community partnership to enable persons with disabilities to integrate into society, a number of programmes, initiatives and projects targeting this category have been implemented, the most prominent of which are community partnership projects that include managing and operating a driving training program, in coordination with the General Traffic Department. (76) people have benefited from this program, in addition to the Academic Rehabilitation Grants Program for National Rehabilitation Centers, which provides partial financial support for (12) centers, and (476) male and female students have benefited from it. In addition to the foregoing, about (79) people have benefited from the management and operation of the mobile units program, which is represented by the Home Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, about (79) people, while the Home Care Center has provided services to (38) people with disabilities, and the Al-Matrouk Center for Counseling Rehabilitation provides services to (60) children with cerebral palsy, in addition to the support program with specific privileges for holders of the national identity card integrated with the disability ID, and the number of participating agencies in providing quality services for this category has reached more than (150) entities. Minister Al-Asfoor explained the importance of the solidarity of various governmental, civil and private agencies and institutions, as well as civil society organizations, in providing various rehabilitation, training and educational services for all categories of disabilities, in order to enable them to fully integrate into society, pointing out that this solidarity is considered a human criterion by which the authenticity, progress and depth of societies are measured, as Bahrain has always been proactive in enacting supportive and guarantor legislation to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities, and thus the Kingdom has made great strides on the path of integrating the category of people with determination into society. The Ministry of Social Development affirms that the Kingdom of Bahrain has always demonstrated its interest in preserving the rights of citizens, including persons with disabilities, and will continue its endeavors to promote the services provided to this dear group and preserve the gains achieved thanks to national efforts.
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.
Commissioned by His Majesty the King.. The Minister of Social Development delivers the Kingdom of Bahrain's speech at the meetings of the Economic and Commercial Cooperation Committee "COMCEC" in Turk
28-11-2022
Commissioned by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Kingdom of Bahrain, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, participated in the work of the thirty-eighth session of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMCEC), held in Turkey under the chairmanship of His Excellency President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Turkey, which lasted for 4 days between 26-29 November. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development delivered the speech of the Kingdom of Bahrain, in which he conveyed the greetings of His Majesty the King, may God protect him, to President Erdogan, Chairman of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMCEC), and His Majesty's wishes for success for this meeting, while expressing his deep thanks and appreciation to the Republic of Turkey for the warm reception and good organization of this event. Al-Asfoor stressed the importance of the meeting's topics, foremost of which is the provision of effective social assistance and social and economic empowerment in light of the global spread of the Corona Virus (Covid-19) pandemic, and the alleviation of poverty. And to enhance the efficiency of the health sector in providing free treatment services to citizens and residents without discrimination. He also referred to the several measures that have been taken to support citizens with electricity and water bills, raise the volume of monthly amounts allocated to sponsor orphans and widows by 20%, fulfill the payment of dues of beneficiaries with limited income on the date of disbursement, and the government guarantees the payment of salaries of insured citizens in the most affected facilities in the private sector, in addition to the digital transformation by a large percentage to ensure the speed and efficiency of the delivery of these initiatives. The Minister of Social Development also reviewed the initiatives launched by the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain, headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister,which included a series of well-studied policies and programs directed at the lowest-income groups most in need of government support, within the integrated social protection system, the latest of which was raising the minimum level of social assistance and financial support, in addition to projects to support and develop productive families in an effort to bring about a quantitative and qualitative change in the economic and living conditions of this group of citizens, stressing in this context that the Kingdom of Bahrain has managed to overcome obstacles. And the negative effects of the pandemic, recovery and return to normal work life, wishing this session to come up with the best recommendations and the right decisions, and to reach a fruitful mechanism regarding enhancing cooperation between the participating countries through the exchange of experiences in a way that contributes to the achievement of good and societal security for Islamic countries and their peoples. The work of the 38th session of the COMCEC concluded with a set of important recommendations, the most prominent of which is defining integrated social protection as a major priority in public policy, launching employee exchange and training programs among member states, enhancing coordination between the various agencies specialized in managing social assistance programs in a cooperative governance structure, while identifying all available data that must be linked to social programs such as civil records, tax records, address records, birth certificates and income status. In addition to creating and adopting effective and flexible integrated systems characterized by merging beneficiaries into a single data platform to provide social assistance to respond to sudden shocks and protect the most vulnerable segments of society, in preparation for the occurrence of any natural disasters at a higher rate in member states in particular and throughout the world in general, especially with the observed changes in climate and global warming, which have reached alarming levels. It is noteworthy that the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (COMCEC) was established at the Third Islamic Summit Conference held in Makkah Al-Mukarramah in 1981 with the aim of discussing issues, addressing common developmental problems facing the Islamic Ummah and discussing ways to solve them. The "COMCEC" includes 57 member states, in addition to five observer states representing four continents. Noting that the Committee has held 37 sessions so far.
Al-Asfoor: Serving the citizens who benefit from the ministry’s services is the basis and the ultimate goal for any official
25-11-2022
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, appointing an undersecretary and two assistant undersecretaries in the Ministry, and the ministerial decision of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, appointing 4 directors in the Ministry, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, received the newly appointed officials, in the presence of a number of senior officials of the Ministry. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor congratulated the undersecretaries and directors for obtaining the high royal trust, and the confidence of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, wishing them success in assuming the responsibilities entrusted to them, and continuing their contributions and giving in serving the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people, in a way that reflects the national renaissance and achieves the desired goals, stressing that serving citizens who benefit from the ministry's services, in all their categories, and achieving their interest and meeting their needs is the basis of government work and the Ministry of Social Development, according to the government's work program. The Minister of Social Development also affirmed that the Ministry will continue to build on the fruitful achievements that have been made to enhance its progress in the developmental and social fields related to the Ministry, and to achieve more achievements and national gains, under the wise leadership of His Majesty the King, and the tireless efforts of His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. 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, appointing an undersecretary and two assistant undersecretaries in the Ministry, and the ministerial decision of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, appointing 4 directors in the Ministry, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, received the newly appointed officials, in the presence of a number of senior officials of the Ministry. During the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor congratulated the undersecretaries and directors for obtaining the high royal trust, and the confidence of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, wishing them success in assuming the responsibilities entrusted to them, and continuing their contributions and giving in serving the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people, in a way that reflects the national renaissance and achieves the desired goals, stressing that serving citizens who benefit from the ministry's services, in all their categories, and achieving their interest and meeting their needs is the basis of government work and the Ministry of Social Development, according to the government's work program. The Minister of Social Development also affirmed that the Ministry will continue to build on the fruitful achievements that have been made to enhance its progress in the developmental and social fields related to the Ministry, and to achieve more achievements and national gains, under the wise leadership of His Majesty the King, and the tireless efforts of His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.. Al-Asfoor: Bahraini women enjoy appreciation and belief in their competence and capabilities
24-11-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates with the international community in the celebration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, which the United Nations General Assembly has set for the twenty-fifth of November of each year, to highlight efforts aimed at eliminating forms of violence against women and girls and achieving gender equality. Led by the UN Secretary-General and UN Women since 2008, the campaign to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls worldwide calls for global action to raise awareness and strengthen advocacy and opportunities to discuss challenges and solutions. On this occasion, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that women in the Kingdom of Bahrain enjoy appreciation, respect and belief in their capabilities and competencies, as they have obtained all their rights to protection against all forms of violence and discrimination. God, to promote the rights and gains of Bahraini women, and to ensure that they have a prominent role in society, in addition to consolidating their progress in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In this context, Al-Asfoor praised the national strategy to combat violence against women and protect them from domestic violence, which was launched by the Kingdom of Bahrain through the Supreme Council for Women, headed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of the great monarch of the country, may God protect her, which aims to guarantee and promote the rights of Bahraini women, and combat any form of violence directed against them, including domestic violence, stressing that the launch of such strategies reflects the privileged status enjoyed by women in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the extent of care to preserve their rights and protect them from all forms of violence, especially And that this strategy placed Bahrain in the ranks of developed countries that raise the level of protection enjoyed by women in particular and the family in general. Whereas protecting the family from violence is among the priorities of the government of the Kingdom of Bahrain, considering the family as the first building block in building societies, the Ministry of Social Development is keen to implement programs and projects that aim to protect women from violence, the most prominent of which is the establishment of the “Dar Al-Aman for Women Subjected to Domestic Violence”, as part of community partnership programs with civil society organizations, as the home is concerned with sheltering women and their children who are subjected to domestic violence, and they are sheltered for a temporary period until coordination and cooperation with all relevant authorities, to ensure support for women with all their rights, and the home implements programs Raising awareness in society to combat violence against women by participating in local and state events. Within the framework of completing the legislative system for protecting women in the Kingdom of Bahrain from domestic violence, His Majesty the King of the country, may God preserve and preserve him, approved a law on protection from domestic violence, which is considered a quantum leap in this field, and reflects His Majesty's keenness to improve the conditions of the family on various legal, social and cultural levels, especially since the law aims to achieve justice for women, care for them and protect them from abuse and ill-treatment, so that the interests of the family have priority in all judgments, decisions and procedures. To implement the articles of this law, a decision was issued to establish the Family Counseling Department at the Ministry of Social Development to enhance its efforts in providing counseling and awareness services in the field of protection from domestic violence. His Excellency the Minister of Social Development stated that the Ministry is concerned with licensing private family counseling offices, in addition to implementing counseling and awareness programs and plans that support the stability of the Bahraini family and residents, and are in conformity with best practices and international standards, through family counseling offices in social centers affiliated to the Ministry, to provide counseling and preventive services, and treat problems that Bahraini family members are exposed to, as well as inculcate positive foundations for family members in order to enjoy happiness and mental health. Bahraini women have achieved many unprecedented achievements in protecting their rights, and the high position the Kingdom of Bahrain has reached at the international level in the field of promoting the rights of working women and achieving equality between them and men in the workplace, through the Committee for Equal Opportunities, to which the Ministry of Social Development was one of the first to join and support its goals. This is evident in the Bahraini women cadres that have emerged on the international scene and have been able to represent Bahrain politically, economically and at the level of civil society organizations.
On the occasion of International Children's Day.. Ministry of Social Development: Bahrain ranks among developed countries in its strategic vision for child care and development services
19-11-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain celebrates with all countries of the world the International Children's Day, which falls on November 20 of each year. This year's celebration comes under the slogan "A better future for every child" with the aim of strengthening international cooperation and raising awareness of children's rights and protection, and improving their well-being, in accordance with what was approved by the United Nations General Assembly on the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. This day is an opportunity to highlight the level of interest shown by the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of childhood, as well as to strengthen international interdependence among children all over the world and raise awareness among them, and to emphasize the importance of continuing efforts aimed at preserving children's rights and supporting families To advance its educational role and raise children on strong foundations, covered by care and care, so that they become valuable personalities. On this occasion, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is among the developed countries in its strategic vision for welfare and developmental services in the field of childhood, in implementation of what is stated in the Child Law, and the developments Bahrain is witnessing in the integrated legislative and judicial systems in light of the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the follow-up of the government headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to strengthen and Continuing to meet the needs of the child in a safe and secure environment, in order to raise a generation capable of advancing the future of Bahrain with full efficiency and competence. Minister Al-Asfoor stressed that the issuance of the Restorative Justice Law for Children and their protection from abuse represents a pioneering step in the system of justice and protection of children's rights in the Kingdom of Bahrain, by giving the child's best interests priority in all provisions, decisions and procedures related to him, and the modern guarantees it provides to protect and prevent him from abuse, exploitation or neglect, and provide them with health, education, and social care, in accordance with international human rights standards, and a commitment to achieving the goals of sustainable development issued by the United Nations. The efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of preserving children's rights are based on the many ambitious and pioneering achievements that have been achieved, in order to lay the foundations of a state of justice and law, and to strengthen the foundations of social peace, which are guaranteed by the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the National Action Charter in addition to modern and developed legislation, and international commitments in the fields of human rights, in addition to their reliance on the approved conventions and laws on children's rights, as a result of which national policies, programs and initiatives were formulated that translate the articles and texts of these agreements into reality for the protection and care of childhood. In order to activate the strategic priorities of the government's programme, and to embody the goals of sustainable development aimed at advancing developmental and social programs at various levels and levels, the Social Welfare Complex project was established with the aim of providing the best social, psychological and health care services for children and the various groups of society, through specialized centers for social protection and temporary shelters in a way that contributes to improving the level of social service provided and rehabilitating the target groups for integration into society, which reflects positively on the development of Bahraini society and the achievement of sustainability and social welfare. Minister Al-Asfoor said that childhood projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain witnessed remarkable development and progress, which contributed to raising the name of Bahrain in international and global forums high. Among the most prominent initiatives adopted by the Kingdom of Bahrain at the international and regional levels is the formation of the National Committee for Childhood and the launch of the strategy for childhood and its implementation plan, concerned with coordination between all governmental and private sectors and civil society institutions related to childhood through several mechanisms, as that strategy is based on four main axes represented by the right to health and survival, the right to education, development and capacity building, and The right to protection and the right to participation. These four axes included (19) goals, under which (114) work mechanisms, programs and initiatives fall. The Ministry of Social Development continues to make efforts and build on the pioneering national achievements that are consistent with the social and cultural constants in the Kingdom of Bahrain, as well as international treaties in the field of children's rights, within the framework of a comprehensive community partnership strategy, with the aim of achieving more support and development in the system of sustainable development paths.
During his visit to the "Think" and "REACH" Centers for Behavior and Development.. Minister Al-Asfour: Implementing quality programs for people of determination with the aim of raising their ability t
17-11-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, stressed the importance of providing approved rehabilitation programs and services for people of determination, in a way that contributes to translating the goals and aspirations that are in the interest of their rehabilitation, and pushes them towards true integration into society, pointing to the ministry's keenness to overcome all challenges that may hinder the implementation of the plans of the centers concerned with this category, within the framework of the embodiment of community partnership between the government and private sectors, which in turn contributes to the development and improvement of the level of efficiency of the aspects of services provided to people of determination. During the inspection visit of His Excellency the Minister of Social Development to the "Think" therapeutic center for developing children's behavior, a brief presentation was made on the goals of the center, which provides a number of programs and services, including assessment and analysis of applied behavior and school support services, as well as parent training services and academic support programs, under the supervision of accredited specialists and behavioral analysts. Realistic cases of a number of children benefiting from the center's services were also reviewed. Upon his visit to the "REACH" Center for Behavior and Development, he was briefed on the programs offered by the center, as part of three programs concerned with rehabilitating children with determination, as well as programs focusing on speech skills, vocational therapy and behavior modification. The Minister of Social Development commended the efforts made by private institutions concerned with people of determination, and their contributions to supporting government efforts to develop and enhance paths of rehabilitation services, pointing in this context to the importance of adopting the best educational practices for people of determination to achieve more gains in accordance with international standards in this field, and praising the care and attention paid by those in charge of these institutions by keeping up with advanced professional methods, in order to enhance the capabilities of children, in a way that reflects positively on their actual integration into society, and their effective participation in the comprehensive development process. , and enroll in public formal education and educational and training institutions
During his meeting with the head and members of the disabled theater team .. Minister of Social Development: The importance of continuing to activate community partnership to enhance development gains
16-11-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, received in his office the head of the theater team for people with disabilities affiliated to the National Foundation for Disabled Services, Mrs. Sharifa Abdullah Al-Maliki, in the presence of a number of members of the theater team. During the meeting, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development was briefed on the efforts of the theatrical team of people of determination, and the most prominent goals it seeks to achieve by enriching the theatrical movement in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and promoting the talents of people of determination in various fields related to theater, in addition to the achievements made by the team at the local and international level, which won many awards and honors, and aspects of the support provided by the Ministry of Social Development to institutions of people of determination within the framework of providing capabilities and opportunities to develop the capabilities and talents of this category were discussed. For his part, Minister Al-Asfoor praised the efforts of the theatrical team with determination, and the artistic achievements it achieved at various levels, noting the importance of continuing to activate the principles of community partnership and solidarity with civil society institutions to enhance social and developmental gains in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Discussing issues of common concern.. Al-Asfour receives CEO of Bahrain Airport Company
09-11-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Mr. Mohammed Yousef Al-Binfalah, CEO of Bahrain Airport Company. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed ways of joint cooperation and strengthening the strategic partnership with the government and private sectors and civil society institutions through a number of various initiatives aimed at enhancing social solidarity in many societal and professional fields. For his part, Al-Asfoor affirmed the Ministry's support and continuous support for all joint cooperation initiatives, in accordance with the legal provisions and procedures in force in the Kingdom.
The participation of 48 productive families in the Bahrain International Airshow 2022 .. Al-Asfoor: The exhibition is an opportunity to market advanced heritage products to families and attract people
08-11-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, said that the productive families registered with the Ministry will have a prominent presence in the heritage village within the Bahrain International Airshow 2022 in its sixth edition, to be held during the period between 9-11 November 2022, under the sublime patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and under the supervision of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Personal Representative of His Majesty the King and Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee. Bahrain International Airshow, organized by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and the Royal Bahraini Air Force. On this occasion, Al-Asfoor affirmed that participation in this event, which brings together a number of countries with industrial stature in the international aviation sector, reflects the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to support and develop the private sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain as a major and effective partner in development paths, leading to a competitive and sustainable national economy. Participation is also an important opportunity to market the products of productive families among the various participants, exhibitors and visitors, pointing to allocating an area in the heritage village that can accommodate 48 productive families, displaying their various products and services. Represented by food products and traditional handicrafts, stressing in this context the importance of integrating these families into the national economy and promoting the productive activities of members of Bahraini productive families, and moving them to professionalism through the advanced system provided by the Ministry of training, development and marketing services of added value to these families. He also pointed out in this regard that the great successes achieved over the past ten years at the International Airshow were the result of the concerted efforts of all concerned parties with distinguished expertise in organization and management, in addition to working in the spirit of one team that distinguishes the people of Bahrain, which contributed to the appearance of the exhibition in the best way, pointing out that the Kingdom of Bahrain has become the focus of the world's attention through its continuous successes, especially the distinguished relations that it has with the countries of the world based on solid foundations. The Minister of Social Development said that the International Airshow is distinguished by being one of the exhibitions that contribute to enhancing attracting investments in this vital sector through the Kingdom of Bahrain, while providing a unique and distinctive method for meetings between officials, manufacturers and experts, in addition to the presence of companies operating in the field of aviation from different countries of the world under one sky, during which joint integration solutions are presented and the promotion of development in the future of the aviation industry.
The Minister of Social Development meets the writer Ibrahim Al-Dosari
07-11-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, received the writer Ibrahim Rashid Al-Dosari, who gifted His Excellency a number of national, historical and artistic books. For his part, His Excellency the Minister praised the great and distinguished efforts made by the writer Al-Dosari in preparing and writing these books, and the contents they contained that embody the human values established in Bahraini society, and the developments of the artistic movement in the Kingdom of Bahrain, wishing him continued success. For his part, the writer expressed his thanks and appreciation to His Excellency the Minister of Social Development for his support and encouragement for the various publications of the book in a way that contributes to presenting more intellectual creations within the framework of the Kingdom of Bahrain's interest in culture, literature and the arts.
The Minister of Social Development receives the Chargé d'Affairs of the Philippine Ambassador
30-10-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received the Acting Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mrs. Ann Gallandoan Lewis. During the meeting, the Minister of Social Development welcomed the Chargé d'Affairs of the Philippine Embassy to Bahrain, noting the growing friendship and cooperation between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Republic of the Philippines in various fields, which are based on strong foundations that spanned for many years, stressing that the cooperation between the two countries is moving towards further development and growth, in line with the aspirations of the two friendly countries and peoples. During the meeting, the two parties reviewed a number of issues related to the field of protection and social care, stressing his happiness the importance of enhancing joint cooperation in these development fields and exchanging experiences in order to achieve common goals and aspirations.
The Minister of Social Development receives the president and members of the Association of Motivators for People with Disabilities
28-10-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Motivational Society for People with Disabilities, Mr. Riyad Ahmed Al-Marzouq, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors. During the meeting, the most important goals of the association that it seeks to achieve by encouraging and motivating persons with disabilities to enroll in education and continue their educational path were reviewed, in addition to working to care for and support women with disabilities and help them find appropriate work and enable them to achieve themselves, in addition to discovering and developing sports talents for people with disabilities, in cooperation with the concerned sports, cultural and social clubs, and the challenges facing the association that prevent the achievement of its goals related to people of determination were discussed. For his part, the Minister praised the efforts of the Bahrain Motivators Association for People with Disabilities in the humanitarian and social fields to support and empower this category, stressing in this context the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to overcome the obstacles that may face civil society organizations in general, and institutions of people with determination in particular, in a way that contributes to raising the level of development services provided to them, pointing to the importance of strengthening the principle of community partnership between the various governmental, private and civil sectors in order to implement the goals of sustainable development in its comprehensive concept.
During his visit to Al-Amal Institute for Special Education and Al-Amal Center for Early Care.. Al-Asfour praises the efforts of the Child and Maternity Welfare Association and its luminous path of gi
27-10-2022
During his visit to the Al-Amal Institute for Special Education and the Al-Amal Center for Early Care, Al-Asfoor praises the efforts of the Child and Maternity Care Association and its bright giving path under the auspices of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development. His Excellency the Minister of Social Development was briefed on the educational services provided by the Al-Amal Institute for Special Education for people with intellectual disabilities, as well as the Al-Amal Center for Early Care for autism spectrum patients. He also exchanged conversations with the administrative and educational staff about the services and programs provided to people of determination, and looked closely at the level of academic achievement, educational performance and skills acquired by students with special needs. On this occasion, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain gives care and protection to children within a system of policies, laws and programs 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 close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, to ensure the rights of the child, which made a quantum leap in the field of child protection, by strengthening joint efforts that guarantee the child social security, and empower him in various aspects of life, praising in this regard With the efforts of the Child and Maternity Welfare Association, and the bright march of its giving since its establishment in the year 1960 AD, and the developmental services provided by the Association in the field of volunteer and humanitarian work. Minister Al-Asfoor also expressed his appreciation for the social projects implemented by the association headed by Sheikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa, and his keenness to continue the process of giving and the developmental renaissance by presenting voluntary projects in the various social and humanitarian fields for the children of Bahraini society, especially through the association’s implementation of the projects of the Al-Amal Institute for Special Education and the Al-Amal Center for Early Care, which comes as an actual translation of government directives to enhance the protection and care of people of determination in order to ensure equal rights among all members of society without discrimination, in the belief in the role of this group in the development of society, and in the interest of It aims to achieve the goals of sustainable development in general, as the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain guarantees the rights of individuals with special needs by enacting laws that will protect their support and their acquired rights. For its part, Sheikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa stressed the keenness of the Child Welfare and Motherhood Association to harness all the necessary capabilities and efforts to continue the march of the charity, and to enhance the quality of its projects provided to the Bahraini society, noting that the association adopts the best practices to raise the efficiency of the administrative and educational staff at the Al -Amal Institute for Special Education and the Al -Amal Center for Early Care, which had a great impact in achieving advanced levels of excellence, reviewed in this The context is the support provided by governmental and private institutions related to the goals and projects of the association, and ways to benefit from them in a manner that contributes to upgrading the level of the association's services through their implementation of sustainable projects.
The Minister of Social Development chairs the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Family House for Microfinance
26-10-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Family House for Microfinance, chaired the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Family House for Microfinance, in the presence of the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. Mustafa Ali Al-Sayed, and the CEO of the House, Dr. Khaled Ateeq, and members of the Board of Directors, where ways of sustaining development projects and development services provided by the Foundation to its clients from various groups of people with limited income were discussed. The most important achievements achieved during the first half of the current year 2022 were reviewed, in light of the family home achieving profitable financial results and distinguished growth, which reflects the improvement in the performance of the family home and the continuation of its developmental role effectively in the development of society and the development of sources of income for families with limited incomes. e, as one of the effective means and tools to reach a larger segment of beneficiaries. In this context, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development praised the efforts of the family home team for microfinance, and the positive results achieved by the executive and financial management and all employees during the past years, stressing that microfinance has become part of the general strategy for sustainable development and support for small and micro projects, for productive families and the most needy groups who have innovative ideas for projects that contribute to the economy, stressing that continuing to build on what has been achieved in the policy of cooperation with all parties related to financing for microenterprises, with the aim of achieving A solid base of diversified economic growth for the bank’s main business categories with high quality and level to win the trust of more customers and increase the volume of transactions. Al-Asfoor stressed the importance of the role played by the Family House for microfinance in supporting more than 6,000 productive Bahraini families, financing micro-enterprises and entrepreneurship, noting at the same time that this role comes in implementation of the Family House strategy in empowering Bahraini individuals and families economically and socially and contributes to supporting people with limited incomes. The family home has been able to contribute with entrepreneurs in achieving different success stories and distinguished experiences in the business sector in practice, by providing appropriate financing for their projects, or by providing appropriate advice that aims to provide ideas for development projects and help any individual who wishes to start a project that meets the level of his interests and needs, as well as educating him, assisting him, providing him with a business plan for marketing, and training him in basic business management skills. The Family Home is one of the leading non-profit development institutions, and plays a major and vital role in directing development financing programs, which aim to improve the living conditions of needy families by facilitating financial channels to obtain the required support to start their small projects.
After signing a memorandum of understanding between the two countries in the areas of social development, the Minister of Social Development: The strong relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and th
24-10-2022
Manama, Oct. 24 (BNA): The Minister of Social Development, Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, affirmed that the strong relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Sultanate of Oman, which are witnessing development and progress, are based on firm constants, common aspirations, and fraternal and strategic ties, and enjoy support and backing from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and his brother, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, the Sultan of Oman. This came after the signing of His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman, on a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Social Development in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Ministry of Social Development in the Sultanate of Oman in the areas of social development, on the sidelines of the official visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman, to the Kingdom of Bahrain. The Minister of Social Development stated that this memorandum aims to enhance joint cooperation between the two brotherly countries in the fields of exchanging various experiences and best practices in the field of social development, expressing pride in the effective and valuable partnerships and prosperity witnessed by the two brotherly countries in all fields and at various levels.
Bahrain participates in the 77th session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs in Jordan .. Al-Asfour: The Kingdom of Bahrain is keen to support all forms of join
20-10-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, participated in the work of the seventy-seventh session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, which was held in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan under the chairmanship of the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Executive. On this occasion, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain's firm approach is based on supporting all forms of cooperation and joint Arab solidarity, in accordance with the wise vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and with the relentless and effective efforts of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to support and support the frameworks of Arab solidarity and enhance cooperation towards various issues of common concern, and crystallize common positions towards enhancing social security and consolidating opportunities for prosperity in all brotherly Arab countries. Eh. The meeting discussed the preparations for the forty-second session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, which is scheduled to be held in the capital, Doha, State of Qatar, next December, in addition to a number of topics on the agenda. The National Conference on Multidimensional Poverty in the State of Palestine, which deals with enhanced policies and legislation to reduce the physical, medical, educational and social dimensions of poverty in the State of Palestine. The proposals of the Arab Republic of Egypt were discussed regarding its desire to organize the fourth regional conference for the Arab Forum for Women with Disabilities under the slogan "Women with disabilities in the post-COVID-19 recovery phase" for their full economic empowerment to political participation. "And another proposal regarding its desire to organize the regional conference on social welfare policies and the achievement of social security, which aims to provide scientific models for the development of social welfare policies, and explains the importance and roles of achieving social security, especially for weak and fragile groups. Their Excellencies the Ministers of Social Development in the Executive Office also discussed the programs and activities of the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, the date and At the end of the meeting, the Arab Ministers of Social Affairs issued a number of decisions, including the adoption of the draft agenda for the 42nd session of the Council of Arab Ministers of Social Affairs, and the approval of the Arab Republic of Egypt to organize the two conferences on social welfare policies and the achievement of social security, and the fourth regional conference of the Arab Forum for Women with Disabilities, as well as approval to follow up the implementation of the national strategy on poverty Multidimensional in the State of Palestine, which will include many projects, activities and workshops that contribute to the exchange of experiences and strengthening the social system in the State of Palestine. The participation of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the work of the session comes as a member of the Executive Office along with six other Arab countries, namely: the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Yemen, the State of the United Arab Emirates, the Republic of Tunisia, the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, and the Arab Republic of Egypt, according to the statute approved by the League of Arab States.
President of the Supreme Council of Health inaugurates the new headquarters of Alia Rehabilitation Center
18-10-2022
Manama, Oct. 17 (BNA): His Excellency Lieutenant General Doctor Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Supreme Council of Health, inaugurated the Alia Center for Rehabilitation in its new headquarters in Aali, affiliated to the Bahrain Society for Children with Behavioral and Communication Difficulties, which was established under the patronage of His Excellency. The opening ceremony was attended by His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, Dr. Jalila bint Al-Sayed Jawad Hassan, Minister of Health, Dr. Sheikha Rania bint Ali Al Khalifa, President of the Society, and a number of invitees. Many companies, institutions and personalities who contributed to supporting the construction of the Alia Rehabilitation Center project attended the opening. His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa and the attendees toured the center's facilities, and listened to an explanation from Dr. Shaikha Rania bint Ali Al Khalifa about the departments in the center. The attendees praised the center's departments, which match the latest developments in the field of autism. The attendees welcomed the idea of the Alia Center for Youth, which opened the door for a new group of young people of determination to have a field for learning and rehabilitation for the labor market.
During his patronage of the celebration of "A prayer for peace in all languages of the world" .. Al-Asfoor: The event confirms the principles of justice, equality and tolerance established in Bahra
16-10-2022
Under the auspices of His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, the National Evangelical Church held a celebration entitled “Prayer for Peace in all Languages of the World”, in the presence of the Pastor of the National Evangelical Church, Rev. Hani Aziz, along with a number of clergymen from representatives of different religions, sects, and sects, and those interested. In a speech before the ceremony, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development affirmed that the organization of this event on a regular basis by the National Evangelical Church on the land of the Kingdom of Bahrain reflects what characterized Bahrain throughout its ancient history of tolerance and cultural and religious diversity for all religions and races that live on its soil with love and harmony, under the supreme care of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the country's great monarch, and the unlimited support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The principles of justice and equality among all citizens and residents who live on this good land. In this regard, Al-Asfoor pointed out that Bahrain is a homeland for all and constitutes a model to follow in consolidating social openness, freedom of thought, religion and belief, and supporting tolerance and dialogue between different civilizations, cultures, religions and sects, within the framework of intellectual and cultural pluralism and religious and sectarian diversity, so that they work together in a spirit of tolerance and harmony for the sake of good and peace for all, among a Bahraini people who are hospitable and loving to all their guests and those who live on their honorable land. For his part, Pastor of the National Evangelical Church, Rev. Hani Aziz, affirmed that the reality of religious freedoms experienced by Bahrain is positive by all standards, under the leadership of the country's great monarch, who supports dialogue between religions and civilizations, describing Bahrain's experience in coexistence and peace between religions as rich and pioneering, stressing the possibility of generalizing this successful experience at the level of countries in the region and the world. Rev. Hani Aziz said that the international goal of this forum is to send a message of peace from the land of peace, the Kingdom of Bahrain, to all countries of the world, pointing out that all sects enjoy full freedom in practicing their rituals and rituals in a safe environment on the land of Bahrain.
The Minister of Social Development congratulates the King of the country and the Crown Prince and Prime Minister on the occasion of the royal team's achievement of advanced positions in the French Fon
15-10-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, raised the highest verses of congratulations and blessings to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of King of Bahrain, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on the occasion of the royal team achieving advanced positions in the 160 km race, 127 km race and 100 km race, in the Fontainebleau French International Endurance Championship in the Republic of France. His Excellency the Minister affirmed that the results achieved embody the care enjoyed by the Equestrian sport from the Monarch, and the support and interest of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, congratulating His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Leader of the Royal Endurance Team, and His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy President of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the Public Authority for Sports and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, indicating that the royal team is moving according to visions and steady steps towards achieving its goals in all forums. Especially the European ones, which confirms the team's position in achieving positive results, under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, wishing His Excellency all success for the Royal Endurance Team.