The Deputy Minister of Interior, Lt.Col Adel bin Khalifa Al Fadhel, praised the support of His Excellency Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, for initiatives aimed at empowering Bahraini women, both broadly and within the security and service sectors of the Ministry of Interior. He emphasised the importance of coordinating national efforts to meet the needs of Bahraini women in humanitarian cases, as part of promoting societal values and contributing to the creation of a safe and secure community environment.
He noted that the Ministry of Interior’s signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in this regard was in line with HE the Interior Minister’s instructions to adopt innovative initiatives and projects that strengthen the societal support system.
In this context, the Deputy Interior Minister highlighted the services provided by the Interior Ministry, especially in addressing the humanitarian needs of Bahraini women. These include the "Fael Khair initiative" implemented by the General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing, the Family and Child Protection Offices at governorate police directorates, and the standardisation of procedural policies in dealing with relevant cases. He also noted the supportive and coordinating role of the governorates in providing community-based services.
He stated that the initiative, set to be launched under the framework of the MoU, would serve as an organisational foundation and disciplined approach to addressing the humanitarian needs of Bahraini women, particularly amid growing social challenges. The initiative will strengthen family structures and reinforce community protection through collective national efforts.
The Deputy Minister further emphasised the importance of community awareness and initiatives that promote values of national loyalty and belonging. He underlined the significance of partnerships between government institutions, the private sector, and civil society in confronting societal challenges, preserving family cohesion, and reinforcing community stability.
He also referred to the role of Community Police in enhancing public safety and providing social care and support across all segments of society.
It is worth noting that the signing of the MoU was preceded by a series of consultative and coordination meetings involving key stakeholders: the Supreme Council for Women, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, the Ministry of Social Development, and the Royal Humanitarian Foundation. The MoU aims to invest in and coordinate national efforts and services provided by relevant ministries and institutions to deliver financial and in-kind support to Bahraini women facing difficult social circumstances.
