Doha, Qatar: The Minister of Social Development and Family, HE Buthaina bint Ali Al Jabr Al Nuaimi, affirmed that the partnership with "Al-Mujadilah Centre and Mosque for Women" aims to intellectually, religiously, and socially empower women, while strengthening their confidence in their societal and civil roles. The initiative highlights exemplary female leaders from Islamic history and the modern era, while producing knowledge-based content that addresses contemporary women with an authentic vision, promoting awareness of Islamic values that honour women and support their role in society.
This statement came during the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Social Development and Family and Al-Mujadilah Centre and Mosque for Women, on the sidelines of "Jadal" Summit organised by the Center. The partnership is part of the ministry's 2025-2030 strategy initiatives.
Her Excellency explained that the collaboration stems from a shared vision to launch awareness programs and campaigns highlighting role models among women in Islam. She emphasised that these programs are grounded in thorough research by scholars worldwide, extending beyond historical review to provide a conceptual and ethical roadmap that empowers contemporary women to play an active societal role while maintaining their moral principles.
She highlighted that Islamic civilisation has historically produced exceptional women whose roles were far from marginal; they were decision-makers, scholarly references, and pioneers in charitable and developmental work. Emphasising these figures achieves strategic objectives that extend beyond historical knowledge.
Her Excellency added that the upcoming awareness campaigns aim to foster pride in identity through real-life examples that reinforce the role of women in family empowerment, building a confident and responsible generation, correcting misconceptions about Muslim women, and affirming their position as genuine partners in building civilisation.
She concluded by stressing that, given today's rapidly changing world, it is crucial to reconnect new generations with these female role models, integrating heritage and modernity to shape a promising future.
The memorandum aligns with the Ministry's mandate under Amiri Decree No. 57 of 2021, which includes proposing and implementing national strategies and policies for family care, raising societal awareness about family protection, and strengthening family bonds, in addition to developing and executing the ministry's strategic plans in line with national development strategies and Qatar National Vision 2030.
The partnership also reflects the Center's objectives, as a private, public-benefit institution established in 2024, dedicated to developing women's social and religious capacities, empowering them socially and personally, and enhancing their active role in society.
The memorandum embodies both parties' commitment to collaborative work among active institutions and their shared ambition to implement national strategies and social development plans through a strategic initiative that highlights exemplary women in Islam, showcases their contributions throughout Islamic history, and underscores their role in peace, development, and community building.
