Minister of Social Affairs discusses preparations to host the first Gulf Social Work Conference in November
Minister of Social Affairs discusses preparations for the first Gulf Social Work Conference in November
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
- Al-Huwail: The conference serves as a platform for exchanging expertise, developing social services, enhancing their quality, and leveraging digital transformation.
Kuwait’s Minister of Social Affairs, Labor, and Social Family Affairs, Dr. Amthal Al-Huwail, held talks today, Thursday, regarding the final organizational, technical, and logistical preparations for Kuwait to host the First Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Social Work Conference, scheduled for November 9–10 next year.
Speaking to the press after chairing a meeting of the Supreme Committee for Conference Preparation and Organization, Al-Huwail stated that the meeting reviewed the progress made by specialized committees, arrangements for receiving participating Gulf delegations, and coordination with relevant entities to fulfill all conference requirements.
She added that the conference, held under the theme “Social Work: Quality and Equity of Services in the Digital Age,” requires intensified efforts, enhanced coordination among committees and working teams, and strict adherence to established timelines.
Al-Huwail emphasized the importance of completing all preparations and paying close attention to organizational details to ensure the conference reflects Kuwait’s stature and its role in supporting joint Gulf social work initiatives.
She clarified that the conference represents a Gulf platform for exchanging expertise and experiences, exploring ways to develop social services, enhance their quality and equitable access, and harness digital transformation to advance the social care system.
She affirmed that Kuwait’s hosting of the conference embodies its commitment to strengthening integration and cooperation among GCC member states, supporting joint Gulf initiatives aimed at developing social services and keeping pace with contemporary changes and challenges, thereby contributing to sustainable social development.
