State of Palestine Delegation Concludes Participation in the Fourth Session of the Arab Parliament for the Child
Sharjah – The State of Palestine delegation concluded its participation in the closing session of the Fourth Session of the Arab Parliament for the Child, hosted by the Emirate of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates under the theme "The Role of the Family in Building a Safe Environment for Children," with the participation of child delegations from across the Arab world.
The Palestinian delegation's participation came within the framework of the joint cooperation between the Ministry of Social Development and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, reflecting their shared commitment to empowering Palestinian children, strengthening their participation in regional forums, developing their leadership and parliamentary skills, and promoting the values of dialogue and active citizenship.
The Palestinian delegation consisted of four members, accompanied by Ms. Ghalia Abu Al-Rub, Director of the Child Protection Department at the Ministry of Social Development. The delegation made an active contribution to the discussions during the closing session, presenting their vision on the importance of the family's role in providing a safe and supportive environment for children that promotes their rights, ensures their protection, and creates opportunities for their growth and active participation in society.
Throughout the session, the members of the Palestinian delegation demonstrated full commitment by attending all parliamentary sessions and accompanying activities. They carried out their parliamentary responsibilities effectively, participated in discussions, elections, and voting procedures, and built positive relationships with fellow Arab delegations, contributing to the exchange of experiences and the promotion of cooperation and Arab solidarity.
At the conclusion of the session, the members of the Palestinian delegation were awarded the Parliamentary Diploma in recognition of their active participation, full commitment to the Arab Parliament for the Child programme, and the progress they demonstrated in dialogue, communication, parliamentary practice, and leadership skills.
The Ministry of Social Development and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education affirmed that this participation reflects the State of Palestine's commitment to investing in the potential of children and preparing a generation capable of expressing its concerns and representing Palestine effectively in regional and international forums. They emphasized that such participation strengthens the presence of the Palestinian child and amplifies their voice despite the challenges they face, while reaffirming the commitment of both ministries to supporting initiatives that empower children and enhance their participation in shaping their future.