4 women granted judicial enforcement authority by minister ---KUNA

KUWAIT: Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood, and Minister of Youth Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah granted four women in the Supreme Council for Family Affairs authority of judicial enforcement on Thursday. In commemoration of Kuwaiti Women’s Day, a statement from the ministry of social affairs was issued, in which Dr Huwailah praised the capability and achievements of Kuwaiti women across all fields. Huwailah’s decision comes in accordance with article 16/2020 of the constitution, which protects women from domestic violence. Reem Al-Azmi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, praised the decision to grant the authority to the four women, making the majority of members with authority to protect victims of domestic violence women. Dr Huwailah earlier said Kuwaiti women have an important role in society, making significant efforts in various fields. The occasion of Kuwaiti Women’s Day, which falls on May 16, represented a historic milestone for Kuwaiti women and embodied a sense of pride and honor for them whenever this cherished occasion arrives, she said in a statement to KUNA. Dr Huwailah noted Kuwaiti women aim to build on their successful journey and enhance their scientific contributions to achieve sustainable development. Alongside these efforts, they manage sustainable household responsibilities as mothers and serve as educators. She praised the success of Kuwaiti women in various leadership roles. “They are ministers, ambassadors, university directors, parliamentarians and judges,” she said, and their achievements in these positions are a significant milestone in their social, political and economic journey, showcasing creativity and excellence. — KUNA

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