His Excellency the

Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Mukhtar Al-Yafaei, today reviewed, during a meeting held at the Ministry’s headquarters with the Rumouz Development Foundation for the Deaf, the nature of the foundation’s work, its educational programs, and the activities it implements in the field of rehabilitation and education for the deaf community.

His Excellency Minister Al-Yafaei listened to a detailed briefing from the foundation’s representatives on its أبرز projects and progress reports, as well as the role it plays in empowering its members academically and professionally, and in enhancing their participation in society. The briefing also highlighted the foundation’s aspirations to implement programs that contribute to developing capabilities and strengthening the presence of this group across various development sectors.

During the meeting, the Minister congratulated the foundation’s members on the occasion of Arab Deaf Week, praising the inspiring experiences and success stories achieved by individuals within this community. He noted that these achievements reflect strong determination and an ability to excel and innovate, emphasizing that such models represent an important societal asset that should be built upon and promoted, given the positive messages they convey in fostering a culture of perseverance and resilience.

The Minister stressed the importance of intensifying efforts to support the deaf community, encouraging their creativity, and backing their contributions across various fields of life in a way that enhances their effective integration into society. He also reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that empower them and ensure their fair and equitable inclusion.

For their part, the foundation’s members affirmed that hearing impairment has not been an obstacle to continuing education and giving back; rather, it has served as a motivation to achieve further success and contribute to society. 

They also presented a number of success stories in the fields of education, employment, and community initiatives.

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