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A unified memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed to co-ordinate and unify national efforts to support Bahraini women in humanitarian situations.
This is part of ongoing efforts in Bahrain to strengthen the social protection system and reinforce integration among national institutions.
The MoU was signed by the ministries of Interior, Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments and Social Development along with the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) and the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF).
Social Development Minister Osama Al Alawi; SCW secretary-general Lulwa Al Awadhi, Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Ministry under-secretary for planning, family reconciliation and alimony Dana Al Zayani, Public Security Deputy Chief Major General Dr Shaikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Deputy Interior Minister Lieutenant-General Adel bin Khalifa Al Fadhel, Social Development Minister Under-Secretary Zeyad Adel Darwish and RHF assistant secretary general for planning and charity resources development Zeyad were present.
The MoU aims to leverage and co-ordinate national efforts and services offered by ministries and relevant institutions within their remits to provide financial and in-kind support for Bahraini women facing urgent social, economic, or living conditions.
Mr Al Alawi emphasised that the initiative reflects the vision of His Majesty King Hamad and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
He also highlighted the support of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, wife of His Majesty and SCW president, towards advancing Bahraini women.
He noted that the MoU builds on the long-standing partnership between his ministry and the SCW, and represents a co-ordinated step with the other relevant entities to unify efforts and amplify their impact through an organised national framework.
It builds on previous successes in social protection and humanitarian response, he said.
Ms Al Awadhi emphasised that, in line with the council’s mandate and the implementation of the National Strategy for the Advancement of Bahraini Women, this initiative aims to co-ordinate national efforts to support women in emergencies.
She highlighted the continued support and attention given to Bahraini women, which has solidified their role as key partners in advancing national development under the leadership of His Majesty and the directives of HRH Prince Salman.
She also highlighted the efforts of HRH Princess Sabeeka in supporting initiatives that benefit women, including this initiative. She thanked all participating entities for their role in streamlining the services provided by government ministries and official institutions, and for facilitating support for Bahraini women in need.
Lt Gen Al Fadhel commended the support of Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa for initiatives aimed at furthering the advancement of Bahraini women, particularly within the security and service sectors of the ministry.
He underscored the importance of community awareness, initiatives that foster national belonging and loyalty and the role of partnerships between public and private institutions as well as civil society in addressing challenges, preserving the Bahraini family and promoting social stability.
Ms Al Zayani affirmed the importance of effective institutional co-ordination in raising the level of responsiveness to the humanitarian needs of women.
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