Minister of Social Development: Together, We Work to Strengthen the Resilience of Our People in Hebron
Hebron – Minister of Social Development Dr. Samah Hamd conducted a field tour in Hebron Governorate, accompanied by Minister of Education Dr. Amjad Barham. The tour began with a meeting with Hebron Governor Mr. Khaled Dudin, where they held discussions with notable figures from local institutions, the Hebron Rehabilitation Committee, and businesspeople. The meeting focused on strengthening the resilience of residents in the Old City, closed areas, and Masafer Yatta, as well as supporting families socially and economically and revitalizing public movement in local shops.
During the meeting, Dr. Hamd emphasized that collective work and partnerships among various stakeholders are key to supporting citizens and stimulating the economy in targeted areas. "We are here today to listen to the needs of our people and to develop concrete plans that make a real difference in their daily lives. The purpose of this tour is to bring hope and create genuine opportunities that strengthen their resilience in the face of all challenges, especially in the targeted areas," she stated.
Dr. Hamd also noted the government’s commitment to enhancing the resilience of residents in the Old City, working jointly with the private sector, businesspeople, and the Hebron Rehabilitation Committee to find innovative ways to activate the role of citizens, particularly youth, considering the difficult circumstances they face.
In his remarks, Minister of Education Dr. Amjad Barham highlighted the importance of collective efforts to support citizens and businesses in targeted areas. He expressed gratitude to the businesspeople of Hebron for their patriotic contributions, emphasizing their role as true partners in development to aid citizens in the most affected areas.
Governor Khaled Dudin pointed out that "the Palestinian community operates as a cohesive system, particularly the private sector, which consistently serves as a genuine national partner contributing at all levels." He also provided an overview of the general situation in the governorate and the necessary measures to support the people in targeted areas, thanking both the Minister of Social Development and the Minister of Education for their continued attention to the needs and concerns of Hebron residents.
The tour included a visit to the Old City, where Dr. Hamd met with citizens, employees, families, merchants, and shop owners, listening to their stories and daily challenges. She affirmed the ministry's support for revitalizing public movement in shops through social coupons, strengthening local markets, and supporting small projects. Additionally, she inspected the ministry’s warehouses in Halhul and its office in the Old City, reviewing the workflow and the services provided, and commended the team’s efforts in serving the citizens.
At the conclusion of the tour, Dr. Hamd stressed the importance of uniting efforts between government institutions, civil society, and the private sector to enhance the resilience of citizens. She affirmed that the ministry would continue providing necessary support to improve the living and developmental conditions for the people in the targeted areas.
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