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Observer
16-06-2025
- Health
- Observer
MoSD, Unicef launch guide to boost child protection
MUSCAT: In a significant move to bolster child protection efforts, the Ministry of Social Development (MoSD), in partnership with the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) office in the Sultanate of Oman, launched the Child Protection Guide under the auspices of Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development (MoSD). The launch was attended by representatives from various government bodies, civil society organisations and international partners. The guide serves as a comprehensive and practical reference aligned with international standards. It is specifically designed to assist frontline workers — including social workers, teachers and healthcare providers — by unifying key concepts, simplifying referral procedures and enhancing coordination among stakeholders. The ultimate goal is to enable rapid and effective interventions that ensure the protection of children and the creation of a safe and nurturing environment for every child in Oman. Sayyidah Maani bint Abdullah al Busaidy, Director-General of Family Development at the Ministry of Social Development, stated that the guide represents a strategic milestone in integrating national efforts to combat child abuse, neglect and exploitation. It empowers professionals to act with greater efficiency and aligns with both the Child Law and Oman Vision 2040, reinforcing the country's commitment to child welfare. Unicef Representative in Oman, Sumayra Chowdhury, underscored the collaborative spirit behind the guide, noting that it symbolises not only guidance but a shared promise to take humane and decisive action whenever a child faces danger. She emphasised that this initiative reflects the strong, ongoing partnership between Unicef and the Government of Oman in building inclusive and responsive child protection systems. Haitham bin Salem al Khaduri, Director of the Family Protection Department, described the guide as a national framework that consolidates Oman's obligations under both local and international child protection laws. It supports the development of a unified case management system, enhances specialist capacity and contributes to community awareness, policy reform and violence prevention. As part of its implementation strategy, the Ministry of Social Development and Unicef will roll out a series of workshops and training sessions across Oman's governorates. These efforts aim to ensure the guide's effective and consistent use while reinforcing professional practices grounded in children's rights. The Child Protection Guide is a testament to Oman's dedication to nurturing its youngest citizens, safeguarding their rights, and laying the foundation for a brighter and more secure future.
Muscat Daily
16-06-2025
- Health
- Muscat Daily
Oman with Unicef unveils national Child Protection Guide
Muscat – The Ministry of Social Development (MoSD), in collaboration with the United Nations Children's Fund (Unicef) office in Oman, launched the Child Protection Guide on Monday as part of its efforts to strengthen unified national mechanisms for child protection across the sultanate. The launch event, held under the patronage of H E Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najar, Minister of Social Development, was attended by representatives from government bodies, civil society organisations and international partners. Designed as a practical reference in line with the best international practices, the guide targets frontline workers such as social specialists, educators and healthcare providers. It aims to unify terminology, streamline referral procedures, and enhance coordination among stakeholders to ensure a swift and effective response to child protection cases. Maani bint Abdullah al Busaidi Speaking at the event, Maani bint Abdullah al Busaidi, Director General of Family Development at the ministry, described the guide as a key milestone in integrating national child protection efforts. 'It empowers professionals to respond more effectively to cases of abuse, neglect and exploitation and supports the implementation of the national child protection framework in alignment with Oman Vision 2040 and the Child Law,' she said. Unicef representative to Oman, Sumaira Chowdhury, said the guide symbolises a strong partnership between Unicef and the government of Oman. 'It reflects a shared commitment to take humane and effective action to protect children from harm and build robust, integrated protection systems throughout the country,' she noted. The guide is the result of close cooperation between the ministry and Unicef and complements existing initiatives to build the capacities of child protection workers, enhance the national case management system, and raise public awareness around children's rights. To ensure effective implementation, the ministry, in coordination with Unicef, will roll out a series of 'training of trainers' workshops across various governorates.
Daily Tribune
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Shura Committees tackle Child Law gap and plan to create Sports Support Fund
Lawmakers are seeking to close a legal gap in the Child Law that has allowed people to be punished without the offence being clearly set out in writing. A proposal now with the government aims to amend Article 63 of the 2012 statute to make clear that running or changing the site of a nursery is only a crime when done without a licence or without the Ministry of Education's say-so. The current version of the law, as it stands, imposes penalties in sweeping terms. It refers to anyone who sets up or operates a nursery, or alters its premises or features, without stating what makes these actions unlawful. Those behind the amendment argue this runs foul of Article 20 of the Constitution, which says no one may face punishment unless the act is clearly defined by law. Offence The suggested change spells out the offence in plain terms: operating without a licence or making changes without the ministry's agreement. It was put forward by Shura Council members Fatima Abduljabbar Al Koohiji, Mohammed Ali Hassan Ali, Abdulaziz Abul, Ebtisam Al Dallal and Leena Habib Qassim. The Women and Child Affairs Committee, chaired by Qassim, reviewed the proposal across eight meetings and passed a report to the Council. It was discussed in a sitting and then referred to the government. Bill The same committee also examined a government bill amending the 2021 Reform Justice for Children and Protection from Maltreatment Law. That text, attached to Decree No. 95 of 2024, is likewise with the government. These were among three pieces of draft legislation examined during the third sitting year of the current Shura term, which saw 16 committee meetings in total. The Youth Affairs Committee met five times and backed a plan to create a Sports Support Fund. Public purse The idea is to help finance private sector sporting ventures without dipping into the public purse. The proposal was submitted by Redha Ibrahim Munfaredi, who chairs the committee, along with Dalal Jassim Al Zayed, Ali Abdulla Al Aradi, Hesham Hashem Al Qassab and Ali Hussain Al Shihabi. It passed through the Council and has been handed to the government for drafting.
Egypt Today
03-06-2025
- General
- Egypt Today
Parents obliged to vaccinate children, immunize them against infectious diseases: Egypt's Child Law
Vaccinating young boy in Egypt - file CAIRO - 3 June 2025: The Child Law is keen to establish all the rights and obligations of parents to protect children. In this context, it obligates parents to vaccinate their children with vaccines administered at health offices and health units free of charge. Article 25 of the Child Law stipulates the necessity of vaccinating your child and immunizing them against infectious diseases. The fine ranges from 20 to 200 Egyptian pounds, without prejudice to the Penal Code. The responsibility for providing the child with vaccinations or immunization falls on the parent or the person in whose custody the child is. In the same context, Article 7 of the Child Law stipulates the importance and benefits of breastfeeding. It also stipulates the importance of access to health and social care services and disease treatment. The state has taken all measures to ensure that all children enjoy the highest possible standard of health. The State has ensured the importance of providing parents, children, and all sectors of society with basic information related to child health and nutrition. It has also guaranteed the child, in all areas, his right to a healthy, clean, and suitable environment, and to take all effective measures to eliminate practices that are harmful to his health, while taking into account the duties and rights of the child's guardian, and his right to discipline permitted by Sharia, while prohibiting the intentional exposure of the child to any harmful physical harm or harmful or unlawful practice.
Egypt Independent
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Juvenile Court places Mohamed Ramadan's son in a foster home
The 6th of October City Juvenile Court on Thursday has moved to place the son of actor and singer Mohamed Ramadan in a foster home, without specifying for how long. The decision came following the first session of his trial in the case of assaulting a child inside a private club in Sheikh Zayed City, according to the victim's lawyer. The court held its first session on Thursday morning, in the absence of the defendant and his father, and in the presence of defense representatives and the parties to the lawsuit. The court continued its legal proceedings based on investigations of the Public Prosecution and police reports, according to legal sources who attended the session. Ramadan absent The defense team attributed the absence of the artist's son from the court session to a sudden health problem he suffered on Wednesday evening, including a high temperature and a severe cold. A woman had filed a report with the police, accusing the son of the famous celebrity of assaulting her 12-year-old son, a sixth-grade student at an international school, while they were inside a private sports club in a residential compound in Sheikh Zayed. Details of the incident According to statements of the victim's father given to the Public Prosecution, the incident occurred while his son was playing at the club. An argument broke out between him and Ramadan's son, which quickly escalated into a physical altercation. He explained that the latter locked his son in a bathroom, using a chair to block the door, and then beat him, bruising his face. The victim's father added that Ramadan's son had a video call with his father prior to the assault. Ramadan was present at the club at the time of the incident and whispered in his son's ear before those present witnessed what they described as a slap directed at the victim. The Public Prosecution had previously decided to refer the case to the Juvenile Court, charging the suspect with physical assault of a minor, a charge considered a specific case considered under the provisions of the Child Law.
