Al-Wasmi: Committed to Qualifying, Caring for, and Developing the Abilities of People with Disabilities

Kuwait’s Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Dr. Mohammed Al-Osaimi, reaffirmed today, Sunday, the commitment to rehabilitating persons with disabilities, caring for them, and developing their capacities through engagement with relevant authorities overseeing their care, as well as reviewing efforts aimed at their rehabilitation, capacity-building, and enhancing their participation across various fields. This statement came during Minister Al-Osaimi’s reception of a delegation from the Kuwaiti Al-Tamuh Sports Club for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, to review the club’s key programs and activities and discuss avenues for cooperation in religious and awareness-raising fields, thereby facilitating their access to the Ministry’s programs and services.

Following the meeting, Minister Al-Osaimi told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the Ministry is keen on caring for persons with disabilities and meeting their needs in religious and educational domains by enhancing their opportunities to participate in suitable activities and programs tailored to their capabilities. He emphasized that care for this group is rooted in Islamic values that promote social solidarity, compassion, and the preservation of human dignity.

He stressed the importance of cooperation with specialized agencies and leveraging their expertise to develop religious education and awareness methods that align with the needs of persons with intellectual disabilities, while striving to ensure that their services reach all segments of society without exception.