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\nAbout the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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The Family Affairs Council is the national reference for family affairs and unites all efforts of government sectors aimed at enhancing the status of the family in the Kingdom and its role in society, in a way that contributes to the social and economic stability of the family and the achievement of the goals of the Kingdom\u2019s Vision 2030.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nThe Council’s Origins<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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The Family Affairs Council is the national reference for family affairs, unifying all efforts of government sectors aimed at enhancing the status of the family in the Kingdom and its role in society, contributing to the social and economic stability of families, and achieving the targets of Vision 2030<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nEstablishment of the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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As part of the Kingdom\u2019s commitment and care for the Saudi family, and recognizing its role as the primary and foundational unit of society, upon which much is relied in building a healthy and active community, the Family Affairs Council was established by the “Statute of the Council of Family Affairs” decision issued by the Council of Ministers, Decision No. (443), dated 20\/10\/1437 AH, and amended by the decision by the Council of Ministers\u2019 decision No. (443) dated 12\/08\/1443 AH. The Family Affairs Council is organizationally linked to the Council of Economic and Development Affairs and is chaired by the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development. It enjoys legal personality and financial and administrative independence. *Statute of the Council of Family Affairs \u2013 Article 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil’s Vision<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Empowering the family and enhancing its role in the sustainable development of Saudi society 2030.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Mission<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Excellence in programs, family-centered services and stakeholders, and the development of comprehensive initiatives that contribute to the sustainable development of the family, women, children, and the elderly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Values<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nInitiative<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nReliability<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nParticipation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nInnovation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nResponsibility<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nOrganizational Structure<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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\nCouncil Committees<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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According to Article 6 of the regulations, the Council has the authority to form \u201cthe necessary permanent or temporary technical committees, including the Childhood Committee, the Elderly Committee, and the Women\u2019s Committee.\u201d The Council determines the members of each committee, its tasks, working mechanism, and governance. These committees are responsible for preparing local, regional, and international contributions on topics related to each committee\u2019s area of expertise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCommittees’ Tasks<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nChildhood Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee specializes in children from birth to 18 years of age for both genders, regardless of their health, social or financial status. The Childhood Committee is composed of a number of specialists, experts and individuals concerned with child welfare. It is responsible for proposing and reviewing laws, regulations, policies, plans, projects, programs and initiatives aimed at  meeting the needs for the growth, care, and protection of children, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nWomen’s Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee is specialized in women\u2019s affairs and is composed of specialized members, experts and those interested in women\u2019s affairs. It works on reviewing policies, building partnerships and adopting initiatives and programs that aim to enhance the status of women and empower them socially, economically and intellectually to ensure the sustainability of their family stability, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nElderly Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee specializes in the affairs of the elderly aged 60 years and above. It consists of a number of specialists, experts and those interested in the affairs of the elderly, nominated by a decision of the Council. The committee is responsible for proposing and reviewing laws, regulations, policies, plans, projects, programs, and initiatives that meet the needs of the elderly, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Mandates<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nDeveloping the National Family Strategy in coordination with the relevant authorities, and periodically following up its implementation and evaluation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nEnsuring that governmental and private entities linked to family affairs fulfill their roles, achieve their goals, and coordinate between them to form a unified vision for the family.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nRaising awareness of the rights and duties of family members in Islam. Identifying the issues and risks facing families, and working to develop appropriate solutions for them.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nRaising community awareness of the importance of family issues and ways to address them. Encouraging community participation in taking care of family issues and proposing solutions to address them. <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nProviding feedback to the concerned authorities on the national reports of family affairs (children, women and the elderly) in the Kingdom.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nProviding insights on reports, studies, inquiries and recommendations issued by regional and international bodies and organizations on activities and programs related to family affairs, and proposing insights and recommendations thereon, without infringement to the responsibilities of the concerned authorities.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nMaking proposals on family-related legislation.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nDeveloping a database on family affairs.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nCooperating with relevant regional and international bodies and organizations concerned with family affairs and participating in conferences and seminars addressing family issues through the specialized committees, in line with the applicable procedures.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nCollaborating with local and international research centers to conduct research and studies related to family affairs, in line with the applicable procedures.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nChairman of the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nHis Excellency Eng. Ahmed Alrajhi <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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 Chairman of Family Affairs Council,Minister of Human Resources and Social Development<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nSecretary General<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nDr.Maimoonah K. AlKhalil<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Secertary General of Family Affairs Council <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Members<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nHis Excellency Dr. Khalid M. Albatal <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Interior representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Eminence Counselor Mohammed Al-Arifi<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Eminence Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Qasim<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Justice representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Mr. Ismail Al-Ghamdi<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Engineer Ammar bin Mohammed Naqadi<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Economy and Planning representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Dr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Qasim<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Health representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Mr. Hamed bin Mohammed Fayez<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Culture representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Dr. Abdullatif bin Mohammed Al-Abdullatif<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Media representative (CEO of the General Commission for Audiovisual Media)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Excellency Dr. Inas Al-Eisa<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Education representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Dr. Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al-Sheikh<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Human Rights Commission representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Royal Highness Princess Sarah bint Musaed<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, specialist and advocate for childhood, women, and elderly affairs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Highness Princess Nouf bint Mohammed<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, specialist and advocate for childhood, women, and elderly affairs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Excellency Dr. Huda Al-Ameel<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, specialist and advocate for childhood, women, and elderly affairs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Excellency Dr. Ilham Al-Dakheel<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, specialist and advocate for childhood, women, and elderly affairs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil organization<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nOrganizing 1437<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nOrganizing 1441<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nAbout the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nAbout the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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The Family Affairs Council is the national reference for family affairs, unifying all efforts of government sectors aimed at enhancing the status of the family in the Kingdom and its role in society, contributing to the social and economic stability of families, and achieving the targets of Vision 2030<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nEstablishment of the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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As part of the Kingdom\u2019s commitment and care for the Saudi family, and recognizing its role as the primary and foundational unit of society, upon which much is relied in building a healthy and active community, the Family Affairs Council was established by the “Statute of the Council of Family Affairs” decision issued by the Council of Ministers, Decision No. (443), dated 20\/10\/1437 AH, and amended by the decision by the Council of Ministers\u2019 decision No. (443) dated 12\/08\/1443 AH. The Family Affairs Council is organizationally linked to the Council of Economic and Development Affairs and is chaired by the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development. It enjoys legal personality and financial and administrative independence. *Statute of the Council of Family Affairs \u2013 Article 4<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\nCouncil Secretariat<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nCouncil’s Vision<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Empowering the family and enhancing its role in the sustainable development of Saudi society 2030.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Mission<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Excellence in programs, family-centered services and stakeholders, and the development of comprehensive initiatives that contribute to the sustainable development of the family, women, children, and the elderly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Values<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nInitiative<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nReliability<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nParticipation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nInnovation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nResponsibility<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nOrganizational Structure<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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\nCouncil Committees<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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According to Article 6 of the regulations, the Council has the authority to form \u201cthe necessary permanent or temporary technical committees, including the Childhood Committee, the Elderly Committee, and the Women\u2019s Committee.\u201d The Council determines the members of each committee, its tasks, working mechanism, and governance. These committees are responsible for preparing local, regional, and international contributions on topics related to each committee\u2019s area of expertise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCommittees’ Tasks<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nChildhood Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee specializes in children from birth to 18 years of age for both genders, regardless of their health, social or financial status. The Childhood Committee is composed of a number of specialists, experts and individuals concerned with child welfare. It is responsible for proposing and reviewing laws, regulations, policies, plans, projects, programs and initiatives aimed at  meeting the needs for the growth, care, and protection of children, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nWomen’s Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee is specialized in women\u2019s affairs and is composed of specialized members, experts and those interested in women\u2019s affairs. It works on reviewing policies, building partnerships and adopting initiatives and programs that aim to enhance the status of women and empower them socially, economically and intellectually to ensure the sustainability of their family stability, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nElderly Committee<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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This committee specializes in the affairs of the elderly aged 60 years and above. It consists of a number of specialists, experts and those interested in the affairs of the elderly, nominated by a decision of the Council. The committee is responsible for proposing and reviewing laws, regulations, policies, plans, projects, programs, and initiatives that meet the needs of the elderly, in line with the general goals and policies of the Family Affairs Council and the strategic directions<\/s> of the Kingdom\u2019s vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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\nCouncil Mandates<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nDeveloping the National Family Strategy in coordination with the relevant authorities, and periodically following up its implementation and evaluation<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

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\"\"\nRaising awareness of the rights and duties of family members in Islam. Identifying the issues and risks facing families, and working to develop appropriate solutions for them.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nRaising community awareness of the importance of family issues and ways to address them. Encouraging community participation in taking care of family issues and proposing solutions to address them. <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nProviding feedback to the concerned authorities on the national reports of family affairs (children, women and the elderly) in the Kingdom.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nProviding insights on reports, studies, inquiries and recommendations issued by regional and international bodies and organizations on activities and programs related to family affairs, and proposing insights and recommendations thereon, without infringement to the responsibilities of the concerned authorities.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nMaking proposals on family-related legislation.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nDeveloping a database on family affairs.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nCooperating with relevant regional and international bodies and organizations concerned with family affairs and participating in conferences and seminars addressing family issues through the specialized committees, in line with the applicable procedures.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n

\"\"\nCollaborating with local and international research centers to conduct research and studies related to family affairs, in line with the applicable procedures.<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nChairman of the Council<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nHis Excellency Eng. Ahmed Alrajhi <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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 Chairman of Family Affairs Council,Minister of Human Resources and Social Development<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nSecretary General<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nDr.Maimoonah K. AlKhalil<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Secertary General of Family Affairs Council <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nCouncil Members<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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\nHis Excellency Dr. Khalid M. Albatal <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Interior representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nDr. Laila H. Alqasem<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nSheikh Abdulrahman A, Alqasem <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Justice representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Eng. Amar M. Nagadi<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Economy and Planning representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Dr. Mohammad A. Alqasem <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Health representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Mr. Hamed  M. Fayez<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Culture representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nDr. Hassan M. Khormi<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Ministry of Education representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHis Excellency Dr. Hesham A. Al-Alshkaikh<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, Human Rights Commission representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nDr. Abdulatif M. Al-Abdulatif<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, General Authority of Media Regulation representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Royal highness Princess Sara Bint Mussaed <\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, female expert in children, women and elderly affairs representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nPrincess Nouf Bint Mohammad<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, female expert in children, women and elderly affairs representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nHer Excellency Dr. Huda Alameel<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, female expert in children, women and elderly affairs representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\nDr. Elham Aldakheel<\/span>\n<\/h2>\n\n
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Council member, female expert in children, women and elderly affairs representative<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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