KUWAIT CITY, Aug 19: Minister of Social, Family and Childhood Affairs Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah inspected the Girls Care Home, where she met with the residents and staff and reviewed the progress of work and the readiness of facilities and services. After the visit, Al-Huwailah said she listened directly to the comments and demands, stressing her commitment to provide all needs and fulfill requirements to ensure comprehensive care that takes into account the educational, social, and psychological aspects of the residents. She explained that this visit is part of follow-up efforts, indicating that her ministry fully supports the staff and is keen on raising their efficiency, in addition to developing partnerships with relevant authorities to provide a safe and supportive environment that helps girls integrate into society.

On the other hand, Al-Huwailah affirmed that World Humanitarian Day is an annual occasion to honor and appreciate the efforts of humanitarian workers around the world. In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Tuesday, Al-Huwailah said, “Kuwait considers this occasion a reminder of its deep-rooted humanitarian responsibility and its role in promoting the values of international solidarity. It remains present in the arena of humanitarian work through its official institutions, charitable societies, and charities, most notably the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, which has embodied Kuwaiti giving in areas of crisis and disaster.” She explained that this day is an opportunity to commend Kuwaiti humanitarian workers who sacrificed their time and effort in the most difficult circumstances to help the afflicted, stressing that Kuwait is proud of their role and considers them an extension of its rich humanitarian legacy. She said the donations that the people of Kuwait continue to provide in urgent response to disasters and humanitarian crises are evidence of Kuwaiti society’s commitment to humanitarian values.

She confirmed that humanitarian work continues to face challenges, including difficulty accessing affected areas and security risks that threaten field workers. She called for enhanced international protection for them and to facilitate the unhindered delivery of aid. She added that “Kuwait continues to strengthen its partnership with the United Nations and international organizations to ensure that support reaches those who deserve it promptly. Humanitarian work is not merely an emergency or temporary response, but rather a constant pillar of Kuwait’s policy and a message it conveys to the entire world in honor of the lives of those who sacrificed for humanity and in appreciation of all those who work sincerely to save the lives of others.” It is worth mentioning that the United Nations General Assembly approved World Humanitarian Day in 2008, which falls on Aug 19 of each year, as an annual occasion to honor humanitarian workers, appreciate their sacrifices, and highlight the challenges they face in crisis and conflict areas.