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Asharq Al-Awsat
16-05-2025
- General
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Observes International Day of Families, Emphasizes Community Culture
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia joins the global community in commemorating the United Nations-designated International Day of Families on May 15, an annual observance since 1993, which serves as a vital platform to raise awareness, promote family values, and address key issues impacting families while deepening understanding of the social, economic, and demographic forces shaping their lives, SPA reported. The Family Affairs Council is actively engaged in initiatives designed to strengthen and empower families, striving to enhance their status and role within society while coordinating efforts among relevant entities in addressing family-related matters. This aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to cultivate a vibrant society characterized by integrated roles and the preservation of the family as the nucleus of society. On the occasion of the International Day of Families, the council launched the "For the Family" campaign, aimed at highlighting the efforts of government, private, and non-profit organizations dedicated to supporting families and enhancing the quality of life for their members. According to SPA, the Ministry of Education is also actively working to strengthen the partnership between families and schools, recognizing their strategic and vital roles in fostering educational success and supporting the development of educational performance and learning outcomes. The ministry has taken concrete steps to formalize this crucial relationship by developing a charter that specifically outlines the rights, duties, and responsibilities inherent in the school-family partnership. Furthermore, it has issued procedural and organizational guidelines to facilitate this complementary dynamic.
Daily Tribune
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Saudi Arabia Chairs 69th Session of UN Commission on the Status of Women
Saudi Arabia has assumed the chairmanship of the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), which began on Monday and will run until March 21. The Kingdom is represented by its Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, along with a high-ranking delegation led by Dr. Maimouna Al-Khalil, Secretary-General of the Family Affairs Council. As chair, Saudi Arabia will focus on promoting international collaboration to strengthen policies for women's empowerment and tackle challenges faced by women worldwide. The Kingdom will also present its successful initiatives and experiences in advancing the role of Saudi women as integral contributors to national development. Dr. Al-Khalil emphasized that Saudi Arabia's leadership of this session highlights the significant progress in empowering Saudi women, noting that the leadership's unwavering support has enabled women to succeed across all sectors. This milestone underscores Saudi Arabia's leadership in promoting women's rights at both the regional and international levels, reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
