Minister of Social Development Dr. Samah Hamad Visits "Wujud" Autism Center in Tulkarm as Part of Ministerial Delegation
Tulkarm – Minister of Social Development and Minister of State for Relief Affairs, Dr. Samah Hamad, visited the "Wujud" Center for the Rehabilitation of Children with Developmental Disorders in Tulkarm Governorate. The visit took place as part of a ministerial delegation led by Minister of Local Government, Dr. Sami Al-Hajawi, and included Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Eng. Hani Hayek, as well as the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Social Development, Mr. Taha Al-Irani.
During the visit, the administration of the "Wujud" Center provided the ministerial delegation with an overview of the diverse services offered to children. The center provides a comprehensive range of rehabilitative, educational, psychological, and therapeutic services, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychological support sessions, special education programs, and the development of life and social skills. These services aim to empower children to integrate into society and enhance their independence.
The center currently serves approximately 50 children through the Ministry’s service-purchasing program, in addition to others enrolled in its various programs. Dr. Hamad explained that the service-purchasing system enables children to access appropriate rehabilitative and educational services through the Ministry’s contracts with specialized centers. This initiative aligns with the Ministry’s vision of supporting the most vulnerable groups and promoting equal opportunities for children with disabilities. It also reflects the government’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with institutions working in the disability sector to ensure service sustainability and quality improvement.
Dr. Hamad emphasized the importance of supporting and empowering children with developmental disorders by providing them with an appropriate educational and rehabilitative environment. She reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to continuing all possible support for these institutions to improve the lives of children and their families and enhance their role in Palestinian society.
At the conclusion of the visit, the minister and the delegation commended the efforts of those managing the center. They stressed the need to strengthen cooperation between official bodies and specialized centers to ensure the provision of high-quality and sustainable services for children with special needs.
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MoSD Participates in the Opening of Dr. Imran Development Building and Al-Na’ma Charitable Development Association Headquarters in Kufr Ni’ma
Ramallah – Minister of Social Development and Minister of State for Relief Affairs, Dr. Samah Hamad, participated in the opening of the “Dr. Imran Development Building” and the headquarters of Al-Na’ma Charitable Development Association in the town of Kufr Ni’ma in Ramallah and Al-Bireh Governorate. The event was attended by the Head of Kufr Ni’ma Village Council, the President of Al-Na’ma Charitable Development Association, Fathi Ali Attaya, members of the administrative board, a number of dignitaries, and residents of the town. During her speech, Dr. Hamad stressed the importance of the role played by community institutions in strengthening national resilience and expanding the umbrella of social protection. She praised local initiatives that stem from the spirit of solidarity and volunteerism to serve the most vulnerable groups. Dr. Hamad also commended the efforts made to utilize the building and transform it into a developmental space that serves the residents of the town, affirming that this project represents a model of responsible community work based on sustainability and service to citizens. She emphasized that the humanitarian and living conditions faced by the Palestinian people, whether in the Gaza Strip or in the northern governorates of the West Bank, require strengthening civil and developmental work, pointing to the difficult circumstances citizens are enduring amid the current situation, the financial blockade, and the increasing numbers of displaced and affected families. She stated that the Ministry continues its work in providing social protection for the most vulnerable groups through a comprehensive system of services that includes relief efforts, child protection, women’s protection, and services for persons with disabilities and older persons, within an approach based on protection, care, and ultimately empowerment. Dr. Hamad stressed that the presence of active civil society institutions, such as Al-Na’ma Charitable Development Association, enhances the ability of Palestinian society to remain resilient and provide services to citizens. She called for investment in education and employment as two essential pillars for strengthening the resilience of the Palestinian people and empowering them economically and socially. She also noted that the Ministry, through the National Social Registry, continues to monitor the conditions of the most vulnerable families, explaining that nearly 85% of families in the Gaza Strip are now living in conditions of vulnerability due to the severe humanitarian situation. For its part, Al-Na’ma Charitable Development Association affirmed its continued implementation of developmental and social programs, particularly in supporting university students and underprivileged families, in line with its mission to strengthen solidarity and community protection within the town.
