The Women and Family Committee of the People's Assembly examines the development of legislation to protect women and increase their participation in decision-making.
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The Women and Family Committee of the People's Assembly chaired by Asmaa Al-Sibai discussed today, with a delegation from the Ministry of Welfare and Employment, ways to support and protect women and increase their participation in decision-making centers, with the participation of representatives of the Family and Population Authority and women-led organizations.
The meeting discussed the development of legislation that supports women, including the law to support the elderly and vulnerable groups, in addition to the development of legislation that reduces violence against women.
The meeting touched on the importance of adopting a quota system to ensure women's participation in decision-making centers, and discussed the establishment of family reform units.
Those present discussed the national plan related to the agenda of women and peace, which is being prepared by the Ministry of Welfare and Labor.