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During his field visit to the Hidd and Tawam centers.. Al-Asfour stresses the importance of community partnership and concerted efforts to care, train, protect and rehabilitate people of determinatio
13-10-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, affirmed that supporting, caring, rehabilitating and protecting disabled (people with determination) is a national and societal responsibility that requires concerted efforts between various governmental, private and civil institutions, to continue supporting rehabilitation and academic programs that contribute significantly to highlighting their latent abilities and talents, in light of the interest of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the unlimited support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and Crown Prince The Prime Minister, entrusted this group of society. This came during his visit to the Hidd Center for the Rehabilitation of People with Special Needs of the Yoko House for Parents Care Association, and the Tafa’oul Center for Special Education affiliated to the Center for Special Educational Services for Children, where he was briefed on the services provided, and heard from them a detailed explanation about the services and programs of the two centers provided to people with disabilities, inspecting the educational and rehabilitation classes, and he also discussed with the administrative and educational staff matters related to equipping facilities, educational classes and practical skills to encourage people with disabilities to respond effectively, indicating in this context the importance of the centers working on presenting innovative ideas to develop their services in a way that contributes to achieving the desired goals. A trance towards integrating groups of people with disabilities into society. For her part, the Director of the Hidd Center for the Rehabilitation of People with Special Needs, Mrs. Basma Saleh, confirmed that the center works according to quality levels in providing educational and rehabilitative services for people with intellectual disabilities and Down syndrome, and preparing students who are able to integrate into society, in an educational and training environment that encourages creativity and excellence behaviorally, academically and professionally through the use of modern technology and community participation. The Director of the Tafa’oul Center for Special Education, Ms. Haifa Ali Marzouq, confirmed that the center offers a number of special educational programs and services for children of determination that work to increase social growth, self-independence and educational qualification through the development of cognitive perceptions of those who are able to learn and provide them with various experiences and skills. At the end of the two visits, Al-Asfoor praised the efforts of Al-Hidd Center for Rehabilitation of People with Special Needs, and Tafa’oul Center for Special Education, and the services and programs they provide for care and rehabilitation for people with disabilities, with the aim of integrating them and guaranteeing their rights in society and helping their families to care for them through education and community awareness programmes. actors in the development process.
During his reception of the Bahraini Sociologists Association and the Gulf Sociologists Association .. Al-Asfour praises the noble and original role of civil society organizations for socialists
12-10-2022
During his reception of the Bahraini Sociological Society and the Gulf Sociological Society, His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahraini Sociological Society, Mr. Hamid Mohsen, and the Chairman of the Gulf Coordinating Committee in the Gulf Sociological Society, Mr. Salman Derbas, and a number of members of the boards of directors of the two societies, where they reviewed the achievements of the two societies during the previous stage, and future plans to be implemented in terms of community studies and periodic conferences that discuss local and Gulf social affairs. During the meeting, the successful projects that have been implemented were discussed, most notably the Family Counseling Center, which provides services to the Bahraini family and contributed to solving many family problems. Ways of activating and obligating the implementation of the recently issued and inaugurated Code of Honor for social workers were also discussed, in addition to the project of professionalizing social workers working in the social and psychological field and family counseling, and the importance of adopting institutional networking, as a mechanism and method of work, at various levels and levels among non-governmental associations, as its influential role and effectiveness is highlighted. In confirming the status of the associations involved in its scope and improving the level of their performance and improving their programmes, as all of this constitutes one of the requirements for ensuring the sustainability of development in accordance with the development goals announced by the United Nations. Hand in hand at the same time with the noble and authentic role played by civil society organizations in community service and the consolidation of the values of cooperation, solidarity and volunteering to serve humanity, stressing the support of the Ministry of Social Development for everything that would promote these values and goals in accordance with capabilities, regulations and laws.
The Minister of Social Development stresses the importance of community partnership that achieves a positive impact on sustainable development
09-10-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Engineering Offices Association, Engineer Mazen Ahmed Al-Omran, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation in a way that contributes to improving the level of professional services provided by the association. During the meeting, the programs and projects implemented by the association were reviewed in line with its objectives aimed at developing the engineering office sector, by providing technical support to national competencies working in the engineering field, in the belief in the importance of the role played by the professional sector by enhancing training development opportunities to gain knowledge and scientific and practical experience in many fields, in addition to discussing a number of topics related to the technical support provided by the ministry to civil society organizations, to enable them and enhance their ability to be an active partner in the development of society. For his part, the Minister of Social Development praised the contributions and efforts of the Engineering Offices Association in the field of strengthening the professional sector, as it is one of the supporting sectors in society, and a supporter of the developmental renaissance process, due to the high level of quality and efficiency it acquires, stressing in this context the importance of community partnership that requires setting a vision and mechanism between all sectors in a way that contributes to achieving a positive impact on sustainable development, and reviewing the most prominent services provided by the Ministry to civil organizations registered with it, including the financial grants program for development projects, which is provided to distinguished organizations with their development projects , with the aim of encouraging them to innovate to support national efforts in achieving development goals in their comprehensive sense. His Excellency the Minister of Social Development also affirmed the Ministry's keenness to overcome all obstacles that civil society organizations may face, in order to enable them to achieve their social goals that are presented to the local community, in accordance with the laws and regulations in force in the field of supporting NGOs.
During his visit to the Al-Rahma Center for Youth Welfare.. Minister Al-Asfour praises the initiatives of NGOs that support government efforts
07-10-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, paid an introductory visit to the Al-Rahma Center for Youth Care of the Al-Rahma Association for the Care of the Disabled, at the center's headquarters in East Riffa, in the presence of the head of the center, Mrs. Nadia Abdullah Al-Bakr, and a number of members of the association's board of directors. On this occasion, the Minister of Social Development praised the qualitative efforts made by the Al-Rahma Center for Youth Care, through the innovation of services and programs that contribute to highlighting the capabilities and energies of people of determination and refining their skills, in order to achieve community integration and active participation of this group, as well as promoting equal opportunities, supporting and enabling them to play their roles in society, stressing in this regard the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to continue empowering people of determination, in order to provide them with suitable job opportunities, commensurate with their abilities and levels of disabilities, by developing supportive policies for Employing them in partnership with various governmental and private sectors and civil society institutions. During the visit, the minister was briefed on the progress of work in the rehabilitation departments and training workshops at the center, which are offered to young students with mild and moderate intellectual disabilities, who are in age groups of 15 years and over, with the aim of achieving psychological and social adaptation by developing independence skills and enhancing a sense of self-worth. Al-Asfoor also listened to an explanation from the head of the center about the most important health, psychological and social services, in addition to the rehabilitation, education and vocational training programs implemented by the center, where thirteen training workshops are provided for the 38 boys and girls, in addition to working continuously to develop these rehabilitation programs, in a manner commensurate with their abilities and needs, to provide them with the necessary skills for self-reliance in their life affairs, reviewing in this regard a number of successful experiences achieved by those with determination in the center, especially in the agricultural and agricultural fields. Productivity in the Agricultural Training Department, which aims to rehabilitate people with determination and benefit from their energies, which is considered a motivation to continue efforts in the center, and to achieve more excellence in the services and programs it implements.
The Kingdom of Bahrain chairs the meetings of the Arab Childhood and Family Committees in the League of Arab States
06-10-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain presided over the meetings of the 26th session of the Arab Childhood Committee, and the 12th session of the Arab Family Committee, represented by the Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development at the Ministry of Social Development, Mr. Khalid Abdul Rahman Ishaq Al-Kooheji, which was organized by the Department of Women, Family and Children in the Social Affairs Sector of the League of Arab States, via visual communication technology. During his speech at the Arab Family Committee, the Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development affirmed that the legislative system in the Kingdom of Bahrain contributed to strengthening family ties, within a modern legal framework, as well as guaranteeing the rights of all family members, based on national constants, Islamic values, and human principles, in light of the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, with the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, pointing out that the establishment of the Supreme Council For women headed by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, may God protect her, 21 years ago was a qualitative leap that was achieved in favor of Bahraini women, during which women were promoted and empowered in general, through the distinguished contributions and initiatives launched by the Council and its tireless endeavors to formulate new legislation, or amend existing legislation, in addition to discussing all procedures and services that would support the role of the family, maintain its cohesion and strengthen its close ties, which achieved Arab praises And international in relation to Bahrain's efforts to empower women and preserve their rights, and its transition to the stage of progress. Al-Kooheji said that Bahrain attaches great importance to the family, as it is the first building block in the proper social upbringing of the child, referring in this context to the many initiatives and programs that Bahrain has presented in various family fields. In terms of family protection, the Kingdom of Bahrain has presented many initiatives and programs in various fields related to the family, including developmental and preventive programs, with the aim of preventing problems that family members may face. These programs were characterized by diversity, quality, creativity, and the use of modern counseling methods. The secret and correct method that produces an individual who is good for society. Al-Kooheji referred to the Kingdom’s efforts in developing the family to initiatives to transfer families who fall under the umbrella of social assistance to the production department, through the step program for home projects, which is one of the main projects in the ministry’s and successful programs, due to the many advantages it offers, represented in providing legal coverage in coordination with the relevant authorities, and providing those registered in the program with a special identification card, and a registration certificate for working from home, as well as providing advanced professional training and training for beginners for all registered activities that the market requires for free, as well as providing alternatives for young people and entrepreneurs. And the productive families who promote their products through social media, by opening the way and options for them to legalize their business, which expressed the concern that the government attaches to protecting them and ensuring the development and continuity of their business. In his speech before the Arab Childhood Committee, Al-Kooheji explained that Bahrain is constantly striving to improve the conditions of childhood at various legal, social, educational and cultural levels, pointing out in this regard the achievements made, in an atmosphere of concerted efforts by all official and unofficial bodies. He also reviewed the efforts of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the field of safeguarding children's rights, which are based on the National Action Charter, the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and international obligations in the fields of human rights, in addition to adopting a national plan and strategy for childhood, indicating in this regard that Bahrain is one of the pioneering countries in codifying children's rights through the issuance of the Correctional Justice Law, in addition to the establishment of the Child Protection Center, the Social Welfare Complex project, as well as the establishment of a specialized prosecution for families and children, to provide the best social, psychological and health care and protection services in a way that contributes to improving the level of social service.
The Minister of Social Development congratulates His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad on the occasion of His Highness winning the World Endurance Championship title
03-10-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, congratulated His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, on the occasion of the Royal Endurance Team, led by His Highness, achieving the World Endurance Championship for a distance of 120 km, which was held in the Kingdom of Spain with international participation. The Minister of Social Development expressed his great pride in this honorable achievement, which reflects the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, for Bahraini sports, and the support and follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to enhance the prospects for the development of sports. He also praised the contributions of His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, in all fields, especially the sports field, through which His Highness achieved qualitative achievements at the regional and international levels, which contributed to strengthening the position of the Kingdom of Bahrain in various sports forums.
The Minister of Social Development praises the decrease in the crime rate in the Kingdom by 30% during the past four years
30-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that the decrease in the crime rate in the Kingdom of Bahrain during the past four years by 30% represents a new achievement in the record of achievements being achieved in the Kingdom within the paths of the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, with the close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
On the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons .. The Ministry of Social Development: The Kingdom of Bahrain is among the developed countries in its strategic vision for the care services p
30-09-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain celebrates with all countries of the world on the first of October of each year the International Day of Older Persons, as approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990. The United Nations has chosen the title for the theme of this year’s celebration 2022 “Elderly Women’s Resilience and Contribution”, with the aim of highlighting the ability of older women to face environmental, social and economic challenges, as well as enhancing awareness of the importance of their contributions to society while promoting dialogues aimed at protecting the rights of the elderly and recognizing their contributions to sustainable development. On this occasion, the Ministry of Social Development affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is one of the developed countries in the Arab world, regionally and internationally in its strategic vision for care and development services provided to the elderly, in implementation of what was stated in the constitution, and the developments the country is witnessing within the framework of a legislative and legal system that supports the comprehensive development process under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, theking of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the close follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to strengthen the rights systems In accordance with Bahrain's commitments to the international charters and agreements that it has joined to keep pace with the aspirations of the National Strategy for Senior Citizens, in addition to the continuity of providing the necessary capabilities and initiatives that would contribute to raising the quality of life of senior citizens, in order to ensure the provision of health and social care, in recognition of their status in society and their role in building and prospering the Kingdom. Elderly women in the Kingdom of Bahrain have demonstrated their great perceptions and capabilities, as stated in this year's slogan "Elderly Women's Resilience and Contribution", as they presented many bright initiatives that wrote remarkable success stories in society, especially during the pandemic, starting with their initiative to enroll in training courses to learn digital programs and modern technologies in order to enhance their communication with local developments and global developments, similar to the rest of society, leading to the promotion of positive and effective communication with members of institutions and clubs. Day care for parents, numbering (15) homes, whose services benefit more than (1,500) elderly men and women, and work to raise the level of health and social protection, by implementing a number of health initiatives and measures to combat the spread of this virus among the elderly. In the field of empowering and activating the positive life of senior citizens, the elderly women affiliated with these day-care institutions contributed by providing community activities through visual communication channels, through their participation in a number of awareness lectures, in addition to their participation in communicating the needs of the members of these institutions of all kinds and their health needs, as well as their contribution to the initiative of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation entitled "Your Medicines at Your Home", where they had a major role in the delivery of medicines and a number of services to the homes of elderly people of both sexes. The project of day institutions for parents of homes and centers is a pioneering experience that contributed to ensuring psychological and social stability for the elderly and reflected positively on their health, living and psychological levels in line with global developments in order to provide distinguished services to them, with the allocation of an annual budget for these institutions in support of the NGOs concerned with managing these homes and clubs, through which integrated services and comprehensive care for this group are provided during the daytime in the residential neighborhoods in the various governorates of the country, in addition to what the Kingdom of Bahrain provides in terms of shelter and comprehensive care services for senior citizens for whom They need permanent institutional care for both sexes, through the Muharraq Social Care Center, in addition to providing them with all health, social, psychological and living services. In order to provide the best services to senior citizens, the Ministry of Social Development has established a special office for services to the elderly, and works to provide all services and programs concerned with the elderly category to ensure improving their lives and encouraging them to continue giving and benefiting from their experiences. The Ministry of Social Development continues its continuous efforts within the framework of the principle of effective community partnership, in cooperation and coordination with state ministries, relevant official authorities, the private sector and civil society institutions, to provide the best services to senior citizens, create a safe environment and upgrade all services provided to this group, in accordance with international practices and standards in this regard.
Al-Asfoor: Bahraini youth’s ideas and initiatives are of interest and deserve support
30-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office today Ms. Amina Abbas Al-Mawali, where she presented him with her recently completed master's thesis in the Department of Media, Tourism and Arts at the University of Bahrain, entitled "The Role of Designing Smart Phone Applications in Developing the Professional Practice of Digital Media Practitioners". For his part, His Excellency Minister Al-Asfoor praised the initiatives and ideas of Bahraini youth and university students, which contribute to the development of government work and the introduction of some development projects to broader and more developed horizons. During the meeting, Al-Mawali reviewed the steps for completing her master's thesis, as she relied on a case study of a number of productive families under the umbrella of the Step Home Projects Program of the Ministry of Social Development, and their marketing methods for their various products through various media means, continuing with that the need to find advanced marketing technology that serves this productive group in society. The Ministry of Social Development in activating this project to serve productive families.
During his meeting with the heads and members of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work.. Minister of Social Development: Volunteering is an essential pillar of the programs of NGOs
29-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, honorary member of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work, received Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Abdullah Al-Mushaqih from the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the honorary president of the association, Mr. Hassan bin Eid Bukhamas, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the association, Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Sindi, in the presence of a number of members of the Board of Directors, and the delegation accompanying Dr. Al-Mushaqih, during his visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, His Excellency the Minister welcomed the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work, praising the society's sustainable developmental and social contributions, and its initiatives in implementing many qualitative projects that benefit society and the country, in addition to what the society seeks to achieve in terms of humanitarian goals by spreading the culture of volunteer work, stressing that volunteer work is a fundamental pillar of the activities of civil society organizations, and that the Ministry of Social Development is keen to facilitate civil work according to the laws and regulations concerned in this context. For their part, the Chairman and members of the Board of Directors of the Association reviewed the most prominent achievements of the Association, noting in this regard that the Association is constantly working on the continuous review of its development strategy, believing in the importance of supporting national efforts that contribute to the advancement and development of society at the various levels of economic, social, education and health. They also expressed their appreciation to the Ministry of Social Development for its institutional support efforts for civil work organizations, especially with regard to promoting the culture of volunteering, which contributed and continues to make the Bahrain Society for Voluntary Work in particular and civil society organizations in general, achieving qualitative and distinctive leaps in the paths of development to develop services that are provided to the citizen and the country according to a future perspective.
On the sidelines of honoring entrepreneurs and pioneering projects in the field of social work.. Al-Asfour: The Kingdom of Bahrain is rich in an integrated system for development and volunteer work
27-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, confirmed that honoring the pioneering establishments and projects in the fields of work and social development in the Kingdom of Bahrain at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries is an achievement added to the series of achievements of the Kingdom and its people in the field of social work. His Excellency the Minister praised the initiative of honoring the ceremony, which was held in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of the eighth meeting of the Ministerial Committees for Civil Services, Labor, Social Affairs and Development in the GCC countries, for a group of leading personalities and projects in the field of social work, distinguished companies and owners of small projects in the GCC countries. He also explained the importance of this honoring to Bahraini entrepreneurs and within a distinguished Gulf group, for Dr. Sheikha Salem Al-Areedh to be honored in the category of pioneering personalities in the social field, and Al-Mabarrah Al-Khalifia Foundation for the “Rayat Program” project, and Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Company for the “Mubarak Kanoo Comprehensive Social Center” project for the category of pioneering social projects in the field of social work. Integrated professional voluntary civil work within legal and legislative frameworks to protect it and facilitate its achievements in various fields of development work. Al-Asfoor called on establishments, institutions and entrepreneurs to follow the example of the honored authorities in the field of developing social work, by strengthening the principle of partnership and social responsibility between the government and private sectors and civil society institutions, which effectively support national efforts and in a positive way at various social and economic levels, stressing in this regard the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to enable social work in its various forms to achieve the goals of sustainable development plans in societies. For their part, the honorees stressed the continuation of development work to support national efforts in the social, welfare and rehabilitation fields for the development and renaissance of Bahraini society, expressing their thanks and appreciation to His Excellency the Minister and all employees of the Ministry of Social Development, for their confidence in their candidacy for this high honor at the level of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, which is an incentive to exert more effort and giving to keep pace with governmental and societal aspirations and to advance the social field to levels of success and distinction, thus contributing to the provision of the best and finest development services. Al-Mabarrah Al-Khalifia Foundation appreciated the confidence of the Ministry of Social Development and the nomination of the Rayaat program as one of the pioneering projects offered by the civil sector in the field of social work in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting in this context that the honoring is a great motivation for the Foundation to move towards activating more specific initiatives and projects in line with the strategy of sustainable social responsibility, in addition to spreading awareness among members of society, especially the youth, of the importance of contributing to community volunteer service. Dr. Shaikha Al-Arrayedh also explained that this honor is a Gulf appreciation to the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is full of patriotic arms who have spared no effort in providing efforts to work to achieve good and societal development, and that honoring is an opportunity to present appreciation and gratitude to all workers in the field of volunteering and social and charitable work who are keen to support and support the official authorities in various disciplines and fields and wherever the need arises to meet the call of duty and volunteer to serve the nation. On the other hand, Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company affirmed its keenness to translate the plans and visions of the government through the implementation of qualitative community initiatives that contribute to the renaissance and progress of the country, noting that honoring the company in this Gulf forum consolidates the pioneering position enjoyed by the Kingdom of Bahrain in social work in its comprehensive concept, in addition to what it harnesses of capabilities to engage in this field, to promote developmental and social values, within a civilized framework and basic pillars to enable strategic partnership with various relevant authorities, with efficiency and high quality.
The Minister of Social Development heads the ministry’s delegation participating in the eighth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs in the Arab Gulf States
26-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, headed the ministry's delegation participating in the work of the eighth meeting of the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, which was held in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on September 26th. During the meeting, the committee reviewed the final statement and the Riyadh Declaration of the 42nd session of the Supreme Council, which deals with the importance of the special strategic partnership between the Cooperation Council, the Kingdom of Morocco and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the keenness to implement the joint action plan. available. Their Excellencies the ministers reviewed a number of items on the adoption of September 14 of each year as the Gulf Family Day, and the proposal of the General Secretariat on activating joint Gulf action for Gulf women, which will highlight the efforts and achievements made by these GCC countries in the field of women's empowerment at the economic and social levels. During the opening ceremony of the meeting, Dr. Sheikha Salem Al-Areedh was honored in the category of pioneering personalities in the field of social work, and the Al-Mabarrah Al-Khaleejia Foundation (Rayat Program) for voluntary private sector projects, as well as honoring Yusuf bin Ahmed Kanoo Company (Mubarak Kanoo Comprehensive Social Center) in the category of private commercial sector institutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain, due to the importance of institutions and their contributions to community partnership that benefit citizens. At the conclusion of the meeting, a number of decisions were issued, most notably the approval of the final statement and the Riyadh Declaration, which stipulated the importance of joint cooperation between the Gulf states and both the Kingdom of Morocco and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs also directed the activation of joint Gulf action in the field of Gulf women, and the formation of a permanent committee at the level of the GCC countries concerned with this issue working under the umbrella of the General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council, in addition to approving the allocation of September 14 of each year to celebrate a day for the Gulf family, and the adoption of the general framework and action plan for celebrating this day in all GCC countries, in addition to approving a mechanism Nominating representatives of member states in international organizations and agreements concerned with social affairs, ensuring their integration and identifying their members. It is noteworthy that the Committee of Ministers of Social Affairs and Development of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf was formed under the umbrella of the General Secretariat of the Cooperation Council pursuant to the decision issued by the Ministerial Council at its 127th session (Jeddah, June 2013), in light of the implementation of the principles of the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God protect him and protect him, regarding strengthening joint Gulf action and activating the role of ministerial committees at the level of the GCC countries. The committee is responsible for following up the implementation of the decisions of the Supreme Council in the field of social development and achieving well-being for the citizens of the GCC countries, in addition to working to issue legislation and legal tools in the social field.
The Minister of Social Development congratulates His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad on renewing the royal confidence on his appointment as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Foundation f
21-09-2022
His Excellency the Minister of Social Development, Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, sent a cable of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, in which he expressed his warmest congratulations on the occasion of the issuance of the Royal Decree by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, on the formation of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Foundation for Humanitarian Work, and on renewing the Royal Trust by assigning His Highness to head the Board of Trustees, in appreciation and pride For the tangible national efforts made by His Highness that contributed to the development of the work of this institution to be in the ranks of the ancient international humanitarian institutions, and to achieve the lofty royal visions and aspirations to serve humanity and social welfare in the Kingdom of Bahrain. His Excellency the Minister praised the royal high support for humanitarian and social work in the dear Kingdom, and the promotion of the pioneering role played by the esteemed government, headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, may God protect him, in promoting and achieving the goals of humanitarian work as one of the pillars of Bahraini society and its authentic culture derived from Islamic teachings, Arab traditions and civilized human vision. Asking the Almighty God to grant His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa success in all national tasks to promote noble humanitarian work at all levels.
Al-Ansari discusses with the Minister of Social Development the next cooperation plan
21-09-2022
Her Excellency Professor Hala Al-Ansari, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Women, received at the Council's headquarters in Riffa, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development. During the meeting, a number of common issues related to family and societal stability were discussed, and upcoming paths of cooperation dealing with social care services and programs concerned with the economic empowerment of productive families and beneficiaries of social assistance. Al-Ansari praised the Ministry's efforts in providing the appropriate environment for the development of family counseling services. The two parties also agreed on the importance of activating the Equal Opportunities Committee in the Ministry to maintain the pace of work and the achievements of women in the work environment, and in terms of achieving the principle of equal opportunities for the services provided to them and the Bahraini family. For his part, Mr. Al-Asfoor affirmed the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to enhance cooperation with the Supreme Council for Women in order to achieve common developmental and sustainable goals in terms of continuing the progress of women and enhancing their pivotal and essential role in the national renaissance, in addition to consolidating family stability in the Kingdom of Bahrain, under the royal patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain, and the great endeavors of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and the unlimited support of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of the great King of the country, President of the Supreme Council for Women, may God protect her, for Bahraini women, empowering them, and providing them with opportunities to achieve full participation in society
The Minister of Social Development receives Reverend Hani Aziz and a number of priests
16-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received Rev. Hani Aziz, servant of the National Evangelical Church in the Kingdom of Bahrain and head of the White Flags Association, accompanied by a number of priests representing Christian denominations residing in the Kingdom of Bahrain. At the beginning of the meeting, Minister Al-Asfoor welcomed Rev. Hani Aziz, and his honorable companions, stressing the Kingdom of Bahrain's firm commitment to protecting freedom of religion and belief, adding that this is an authentic and historical approach of the Kingdom of Bahrain over the centuries, and was reinforced by the comprehensive development march led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of Kingdom of Bahrain. For his part, Rev. Hani and his accompanying priests affirmed that the Kingdom of Bahrain is a model of tolerance and coexistence between religions, praising the support received by churches and temples in the Kingdom, which provided the opportunity for adherents of different religions to live freely on the land of this honorable country.
The Minister of Social Development meets the American ambassador
15-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office at the Ministry's headquarters, His Excellency Mr. Stephen Bondy, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, His Excellency the Minister welcomed the US Ambassador, praising the depth of bilateral relations between the two friendly countries, and stressing in this regard the importance of continuing to build on and enhance the achievements made in a way that contributes to opening broader horizons at all levels. They also discussed the paths of the development partnership linking the two friendly countries and the importance of its continuation and advancement to achieve common aspirations and goals, in addition to discussing a number of topics and issues of common concern. For his part, the US Ambassador extended his thanks and appreciation to His Excellency the Minister for the kind hospitality and reception, noting the development and progress witnessed by the social development system in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Minister of Social Development: Immediately implementing the directive of His Highness the Crown Prince, the Prime Minister, to continue disbursing the financial support for the high cost premium to
15-09-2022
In implementation of the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to continue disbursing financial support for the high-priced allowance for driving instructors on the lists of eligibility for the allowance, the Ministry of Social Development, in coordination with the concerned authorities, has taken the necessary measures to disburse the amounts to the beneficiaries. In this regard, His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Al-Asfour, Minister of Social Development, affirmed that, based on the assignment of His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Ministry, in coordination with the concerned authorities, proceeded immediately to evaluate and study the decision of the Ministry of Social Development regarding the high-price allowance for driving instructors, and it will take the necessary measures to set the controls for entitlement to financial support for the high-price allowance. The Ministry also indicated that the issue of professionals (including driving instructors) was presented to the committee concerned with financial support, and their conditions were studied, in accordance with relevant laws and decisions. It was confirmed to the committee that after regular work in the profession of driving instructors and the end of the challenges of the pandemic, and the determination of the material value of one training hour, the average income of the driving instructor does not fall within the category of those with limited income who are eligible for financial support. The Ministry of Social Development affirms its keenness on the interest of all groups and its investigation of accuracy before making any decision regarding entitlement to any social assistance, noting that the doors of the Ministry are open to anyone who wants to file a grievance in this regard, bringing with him the supporting documents of the case.
The Minister of Social Development reviews the contributions of the Bahrain Society for Parental Care
14-09-2022
His Excellency Mr. Osama bin Ahmed Khalaf Al-Asfoor, Minister of Social Development, received in his office at the Ministry the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Society for Parents Welfare, Mr. Ahmed Al-Banna, and in the presence of the Director of the Ibrahim Kanoo Social Club for Parents, Mr. Ahmed Al-Fadala. For his part, Al-Asfoor praised the valuable efforts provided by the association and the support for government efforts to enhance and protect the status of senior citizens in society, stressing in this context the keenness of the Ministry of Social Development to overcome all obstacles that charitable and voluntary associations may face, in order to contribute to achieving their institutional goals, according to the laws and regulations in force in the field of supporting civil associations. For his part, the Chairman of the Board of Directors expressed his thanks and appreciation for the continuous efforts of the Ministry of Social Development in supporting and assisting NGOs, and providing them with opportunities to exercise their charitable and humanitarian role in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Ministry of Social Development: disbursement of financial support according to eligibility conditions
14-09-2022
Regarding what was raised about stopping the disbursement of financial support (expensive allowance) for driving instructors, the Ministry of Social Development clarified that stopping the request for entitlement to financial support for any beneficiary takes place when it becomes clear that he has income and does not indicate to the Ministry that he has obtained this income, and accordingly the Ministry takes the necessary measures to stop disbursing financial support (expensive allowance), according to the laws and regulations in force. The Ministry also indicated that the issue of professionals (including driving instructors) was presented to the committee concerned with financial support, and their conditions were studied, in accordance with relevant laws and decisions. It was confirmed to the committee that after regular work in the profession of driving instructors and the end of the challenges of the pandemic, and the determination of the material value of one training hour, the average income of the driving instructor does not fall within the category of those with limited income who are eligible for financial support. The Ministry of Social Development affirms its keenness on the interest of all groups and its investigation of accuracy before making any decision regarding entitlement to any social assistance, noting that the doors of the Ministry are open to anyone who wants to file a grievance in this regard, bringing with him the supporting documents of the case.
Statement of the Ministry of Social Development on the occasion of Gulf Family Day
13-09-2022
The Kingdom of Bahrain participates with the Gulf community in celebrating the Gulf Family Day, which falls on the fourteenth of September of each year, which was submitted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a proposal during the seventh meeting of the Committee of Ministers for Social Development Affairs of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf on September 21 of last year, to celebrate the Gulf family and highlight the importance of its role in society. The participation of the Kingdom of Bahrain on this day is an embodiment of its keenness to implement everything that would achieve security and stability for Bahraini families, given that the family is the basis of society based on religion, morals and patriotism, in line with the principles stated in the National Action Charter and the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain that guarantee and protect family freedoms and rights, which contributed to strengthening Bahrain's position internationally and highlighting it as a state of institutions governed by the law and based on its national obligations. Various governmental, private and civil agencies contribute to caring for the Bahraini family, in light of the system of legislation for preserving the dignity and safety of these families, including the Ministry of Social Development, which is constantly working on drawing up social policies based on community studies that are a tributary to improving the quality of life in society, in addition to strengthening the developmental and care methods provided to these families, especially projects and plans that contribute to the advancement of various aspects of life for Bahraini families in order to build society efficiently and competently. On this occasion, the Ministry of Social Development expresses its pride in what Bahraini families have achieved of a national balance full of achievements in the development of society and the national economy, through the step program for home projects, as an expression of the talent rooted in the Bahraini citizen that made him innovate and manufacture a unique and distinctive product circulated for marketing, as well as the attractive facilities that the Ministry has made available to Bahraini productive families to share their ideas and distinguished projects in the market, enabling them to remain stable through a series of training workshops and consultations. Technical provided by specialists in the field of financing and projects in the Family House for Microfinance, which provided banking facilities to productive Bahraini families. On the other hand, the Ministry of Social Development leads the course of social work in the light of community partnership with the governmental, private and private sectors to play an important vital role in the fields and areas of families through the various projects and initiatives it offers. Family guidance offices in social centers distributed in all governorates of the Kingdom of Bahrain are among these projects and initiatives. And achieving the highest levels of mental health, happiness, satisfaction and family stability, as well as reducing the proportion of family problems and conflicts, whether familial, marital, educational, social or personal, by following several approaches to reach the goals it seeks to achieve such as the preventive approach, the therapeutic approach and the developmental approach. society and its civilization The Ministry of Social Development has also initiated the activation of the Family Welfare Program concerned with the implementation of judicial rulings regarding visits of divorced and separated children through social centers instead of police stations, based on the vision of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty the King, President of the Supreme Council for Women, and the belief of Her Highness, may God protect her, in achieving safety and psychological stability for the Bahraini family. Al-Usri supervise the implementation of this program. With regard to social protection, Dar Al-Aman provides temporary shelter and necessary protection for battered women and their minor children to victims of domestic violence, in addition to providing various types of living, social, health and legal services, as this project represents a model of community partnership between the Ministry and NGOs. The Ministry of Social Development continues to provide its services in the care, protection and development of the family in all aspects, and seeks to put forward more initiatives and projects that raise the level of services provided.