MLSD Minister meets with PM Al -Abbas and the Al-Aker and Maamir Charitable Associations

27-09-2020

His Excellency the Minister of Labour and Social Development, Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, met in his office with Member of the Council of Representatives Ammar Hussein Al Abbas, accompanied by the Chair of Al Eker Charitable Society, Ahmed Jaafar Arafat, the Chair of Al Maameer Charity Society, Ali Abdul Hussein and several board members from both societies. Arafat and Abdul Hussein outlined forthcoming programmes that will strengthen charitable and humanitarian services for residents of Al Eker and Al Maameer, stressing the importance of sustained coordination with the Ministry of Labour and Social Development to deliver these initiatives within a professional institutional framework and to promote volunteerism across Bahrain. Humaidan applauded the two organisations for their pivotal social role, reaffirming the Ministry’s commitment to active partnership with civil‑society organisations, open communication and targeted support that boosts community impact. He emphasised the value of adopting proven volunteer‑work models, innovating new programmes and launching projects that transform low‑income families into productive households by empowering them economically and socially. Al Abbas commended the Ministry’s continuous backing of civil‑society organisations and its dedication to advancing charitable work, underscoring the need for strong cooperation between non‑government entities and relevant authorities to enhance the professionalism and effectiveness of humanitarian initiatives throughout the Kingdom of Bahrain.