MLSD Minister Inspects the "Childhood Care Home"
13-03-2021
His Excellency the Minister of Labour and Social Development, Mr. Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, Chairman of the National Childhood Committee, paid an inspection visit to the Batelco Childhood Care Home, which cares for children of unknown parentage, orphans and those from broken families. He was accompanied by the Chairman of Batelco Childhood Care Home’s Board of Directors, Dr. Akbar Mohsin, along with a number of board members and officials from the Ministry. The visit formed part of the ongoing follow‑up of the conditions and needs of the children and other beneficiaries, in line with the Government’s commitment to providing services that guarantee a decent life and proper upbringing, thereby enabling their future integration into society. This initiative supports Law No. (4) of 2021 Promulgating the Restorative Justice Law for Children and their Protection from Maltreatment, recently approved by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the great King of the country, may God protect and preserve him. During the tour, Humaidan was briefed on the progress of work at the Home, which accommodates 28 children, and was assured of the quality of living, health, social, psychological and recreational services provided to residents of both genders. He reviewed programmes and activities tailored to their needs and age groups to prepare them for active social participation. He also learned about the latest training programmes for Home graduates; the Ministry continues to support them by meeting their basic needs, securing suitable employment when they reach working age and monitoring their living conditions to promote independence and self‑reliance. The delegation examined the procedural manual governing the Home’s operations, custody procedures and related research designed to improve and streamline these services. Humaidan affirmed that Bahrain attaches great importance to these categories of children, providing comprehensive care and protection under the supervision of a board comprising distinguished Bahraini figures from various sectors. This reflects the Kingdom’s ethos of social responsibility and its partnership with governmental, private and NGO entities to ensure a sound educational environment that equips children to become productive citizens. Humaidan emphasised that the Kingdom of Bahrain is regarded as a pioneer in legislation safeguarding children’s rights. He observed that numerous statutes have been promulgated to reinforce these rights, and underscored the international accolades Bahrain has earned for its exemplary record in children’s rights, protection and care. For his part, Dr. Akbar Mohsin praised the continuous support and follow‑up provided by the Minister and the Ministry’s officials, which translate the Government’s keen interest in nurturing, rehabilitating and protecting children, thereby ensuring them a decent life.