Marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, which is observed on the November 25 every year, the Shura Council stressed that the advanced legislation in Bahrain as well as the numerous systems and decisions have protected the rights of Bahraini women and contributed to protecting women from all forms of violence and discrimination.

The council took pride in the national achievements made by women thanks to the tremendous support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the constant care of the government, led by His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Premier.

The Shura Council lauded the great care given to Bahraini women by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of HM the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), which contributed to their progress and participation to the kingdom’s development process. It hailed the role of SCW in achieving partnership and competitiveness in an advanced community by working out ambitious strategies.

The council pointed out that Bahrain has realized for decades the outstanding role of women in the growth of the community and its prosperity. Therefore, the kingdom has boosted women’s presence and participation in various fields by passing legislation and issuing resolutions and organizational by-laws which granted women all their rights.