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Hi Dubai
07-05-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
GPSSA Launches Medical Retirement Awareness Campaign in May
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) has launched a month-long awareness campaign in May to educate Emiratis on the rules and entitlements surrounding medical retirement, also known as unfitness to work. This initiative is part of GPSSA's ongoing "Topic of the Month" series aimed at clarifying key aspects of the federal pension system. The campaign responds to a rising number of public inquiries on social media regarding medical retirement. It focuses on eligibility criteria, qualifying medical conditions and injuries, and the procedures involved in applying for medical retirement through the GPSSA's Ma'ashi platform under the "Work Fitness Assessment" service. Medical retirement applies to individuals deemed unable to work due to serious health conditions or injuries sustained either at work or en route to their workplace. When certified by the competent medical committee, such cases are covered under Federal Law No. 7 of 1999 on Pension and Social Security and its amendments. Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of the Government Communication Office at the GPSSA, emphasized the importance of public awareness in making informed career and retirement decisions. 'Understanding the rights and benefits of social security is essential to ensuring long-term financial and social stability for Emiratis,' she said. The initiative targets over 154,000 insured individuals, 21,000 pensioners, and nearly 20,000 employers under the federal pension system. The GPSSA aims to ensure that citizens are well-informed about their entitlements, particularly when faced with unforeseen medical challenges that could affect their ability to work. Medical retirement, when verified, enables eligible individuals to retire before the standard age with financial support, offering protection and dignity to those unable to continue their employment due to health-related issues. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
16-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
GPSSA attends seminar on innovative social security reforms in Oman
16 Apr 2025 14:01 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)A delegation from the UAE's General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) participated in a technical seminar titled Innovative Social Security Reforms, which explored opportunities and emerging challenges in social security reforms, including the innovative use of technology and structural institutional seminar, held in Oman on April 14 and 15, was co-organised by the International Social Security Association (ISSA) and the International Labor Organisation (ILO), in cooperation with the ISSA Liaison Office for Arab Countries, and hosted by the Social Protection Fund (SPF) of delegation attending the seminar included Hind Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Pensions Sector; Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of the Government Communication Office; Muna Mohammed Al Dhaheri, Media Section Manager and Wafa Mohamed, Operations Officer (Employer) at the Pension Operations the seminar, winners from the Scientific Research Award for Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Institutions received an award, launched for the first time in 2024-2025 across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as a token of support for the future of social protection, while promoting a culture of scientific research in pension and social security. The award received 61 research proposals in its first edition, out of which 29 were part of a comprehensive study, 17 research findings covered topics that focus on core challenges facing the insurance sector, most notably sustainable pension funds, actuarial science, the role of technology and digital transformation, institutional investment, legislation and governance mechanisms, and the experience of extending insurance coverage as a pioneering model in the Al Suwaidi, Pensions Sector Executive Director at the GPSSA was honoured as member of the Scientific Research Award's main committee, alongside Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of GPSSA's Government Communication Office and the award's business manager, in recognition of their pivotal roles in providing necessary support to achieve the award's objectives and raise awareness about it. 'Being recognised by the Scientific Research Award for Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Institutions represents GPSSA's contribution and support towards innovation and scientific research in the fields of pension and insurance. Through our participation in the award, it became evident that more research and studies are required in the social security sector, as they contribute to developing policies and practices that enhance the well-being of pensioners, while offering sustainable pension schemes,' Al Suwaidi said. Dr. Ghadeer said that GPSSA's participation in like-minded research seminars offer an opportunity to collaborate, brainstorm, exchange ideas and experiences, while reviewing some of the best practices in the field of social seminar focused on presenting national reform experiences under two structuring themes that are of key importance for reforms in the region, with the first focused on challenges related to social security financing, ageing societies, climate change, and changing labor markets. The second aimed at exploring reforms that extend coverage, broaden the scope of social security systems through new branches or benefits, and enhance benefit adequacy.
Zawya
16-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
GPSSA delegates attend a technical seminar regarding innovative social security reforms in Oman
Abu Dhabi: A delegation from the General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) participated in a technical seminar entitled 'Innovative Social Security Reforms' to discuss opportunities and emerging challenges related to social security reforms, ranging from innovative use of technology to structural institutional changes. The Technical Seminar, held in Oman from 14 – 15th April, is co-organized by the International Social Security Association (ISSA) and the International Labor Organization (ILO) in cooperation with the ISSA Liaison Office for Arab Countries and hosted by the Social Protection Fund (SPF) of Oman. GPSSA's delegation attending the seminar included Hind Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of the Pensions Sector; Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of the Government Communication Office; Muna Mohammed Al Dhaheri, Media Section Manager and Wafa Mohamed, Operations Officer (Employer) at the Pension Operations Department. During the seminar, winners from the Scientific Research Award for Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Institutions received an award, launched for the first time in 2024-2025 across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as a token of support for the future of social protection, while promoting a culture of scientific research in pension and social security. The award received 61 research proposals in its first edition, out of which 29 were qualified. As part of a comprehensive study, 17 research findings covered topics that focus on core challenges facing the insurance sector, most notably sustainable pension funds, actuarial science, the role of technology and digital transformation, institutional investment, legislation and governance mechanisms and the experience of extending insurance coverage as a pioneering model in the region. Hind Al Suwaidi, Pensions Sector Executive Director at the GPSSA was honored as member of the Scientific Research Award's main committee, alongside Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of GPSSA's Government Communication Office and the award's business manager, in recognition of their pivotal roles in providing necessary support to achieve the award's objectives and raise awareness about it. 'Being recognized by the Scientific Research Award for Civil Retirement and Social Insurance Institutions represents GPSSA's contribution and support towards innovation and scientific research in the fields of pension and insurance. Through our participation in the award, it became evident that more research and studies are required in the social security sector, as they contribute to developing policies and practices that enhance the well-being of pensioners, while offering sustainable pension schemes,' said Ms. Al Suwaidi. Dr. Ghadeer further added that GPSSA's participation in like-minded research seminars offer an opportunity to collaborate, brainstorm, exchange ideas and experiences, while reviewing some of the best practices in the field of social security. 'The discussions, contributions and research practices presented during the seminar, raise opportunities to further develop and improve, while overcoming basic challenges facing the insurance sector such as the need to enhance financial sustainability, diversify funding resources, improve governance and investment and integrate technology into systems management to increase efficiency and transparency.' The seminar focused on presenting national reform experiences under two structuring themes that are of key importance for reforms in the region; the first of which included challenges related to social security financing, ageing societies, climate change, and changing labor markets. The second aimed at exploring reforms that extend coverage, broaden the scope of social security systems through new branches/benefits and enhance benefit adequacy. The seminar concluded with a high-level roundtable on how social security organizations in the region are evolving, thereby sharing experiences, facilitating factors and barriers to institutional changes and reforms. For more information, please contact: Dina El Shammaa Media and Public Relations Senior Specialist E-mail: Website:
Gulf Today
12-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
GPSSA raises awareness on pension, insurance benefits
The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) is highlighting the importance of pension and insurance coverage this April as part of its monthly awareness campaigns on federal pension and social security law. Insured Emiratis registered with the GPSSA receive a fixed monthly income in the event of a risk-related incident or accident at work, whether this risk is based on a natural occurrence such as retirement and old age or death or an unnatural occurrence such as a disability, illness, and occupational injury. Dr Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of the Government Communications Office, reiterated the office's role in providing diverse and pivotal content to the media that helps raise awareness of the importance of making rational decisions when it comes to social security and insurance benefits. 'This year, we launched the 'Topic of the Month' initiative, which focuses on a specific insurance topic each month and raises awareness about it through research, study and enriching public interest dialogue via GPSSA's social media platforms, with information constantly being posted on social security and pension,' said Ghadeer. April's campaign focuses on three key topics: the benefits of retirement pensions compared to end-of-service gratuities, pension contributions and years of service as long-term investments, and how to ensure employment years are merged without financial gaps when applying for pensions. It also provides legal insights on pension eligibility, calculation methods, and ensuring financial and social stability for families. GPSSA explained that retirement pensions and end-of-service gratuities differ fundamentally in purpose and disbursement. Pensions offer the ability to merge employment years and continue to be paid to the insured or their heirs, subject to eligibility. In some cases, payments may be suspended and later resumed if beneficiary status changes. The end-of-service gratuity is an amount paid in one lump sum upon the end of an employee's service period, given that he/she has not met the pension entitlement criteria upon completing the number of service years. Recently, the GPSSA announced a significant upgrade to its call centre, increasing its capacity to handle a greater volume of calls efficiently. This enhancement aims to improve customer access to services and ensure prompt responses to inquiries, particularly those relating to the 'Ma'ashi' digital platform, which launched last October. WAM
Zawya
11-04-2025
- Health
- Zawya
UAE: GPSSA raises awareness on pension, insurance benefits
ABU DHABI - The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) is highlighting the importance of pension and insurance coverage this April as part of its monthly awareness campaigns on federal pension and social security law. Insured Emiratis registered with the GPSSA receive a fixed monthly income in the event of a risk-related incident or accident at work, whether this risk is based on a natural occurrence such as retirement and old age or death or an unnatural occurrence such as a disability, illness, and occupational injury. Dr. Maysa Rashed Ghadeer, Head of the Government Communications Office, reiterated the office's role in providing diverse and pivotal content to the media that helps raise awareness of the importance of making rational decisions when it comes to social security and insurance benefits. "This year, we launched the 'Topic of the Month' initiative, which focuses on a specific insurance topic each month and raises awareness about it through research, study and enriching public interest dialogue via GPSSA's social media platforms, with information constantly being posted on social security and pension," said Dr. Ghadeer. April's campaign focuses on three key topics: the benefits of retirement pensions compared to end-of-service gratuities, pension contributions and years of service as long-term investments, and how to ensure employment years are merged without financial gaps when applying for pensions. It also provides legal insights on pension eligibility, calculation methods, and ensuring financial and social stability for families. GPSSA explained that retirement pensions and end-of-service gratuities differ fundamentally in purpose and disbursement. Pensions offer the ability to merge employment years and continue to be paid to the insured or their heirs, subject to eligibility. In some cases, payments may be suspended and later resumed if beneficiary status changes. The end-of-service gratuity is an amount paid in one lump sum upon the end of an employee's service period, given that he/she has not met the pension entitlement criteria upon completing the number of service years.
