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SCW's Women in Nursery and Kindergarten Sector committee holds first meeting
The Committee on women in the nursery and kindergarten Sector at the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) held its first meeting, chaired by Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa.
Shura Council, SCW sign agreement to advance women’s role in development
Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, and Dr. Shaikha Mariam bint Hassan Al Khalifa, Deputy Chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), signed a cooperation agreement between the two councils.
Under patronage of HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim, Justice Ministry honours winners of 29th edition of Bahrain Holy Quran Grand Prize
Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women, the Ministry of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, in cooperation with the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, held a ceremony honouring the winners of the 29th edition of Bahrain Holy Quran Grand Prize at the Isa Cultural Centre.
SCW continues registration for Bahraini Women’s Leadership Platform
The Supreme Council for Women (SCW) is continuing to receive registrations for the Bahraini Women’s Leadership Platform. The initiative aims to document the careers of Bahraini female leaders across various fields, highlight their professional achievements, and create more opportunities for their advancement and visibility in national development.
SCW Secretary General receives Director General of Legal Affairs and Human Rights
Lulwa bint Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), received Dr. Yousef Abdulkarim Bucheeri, Director General of Legal Affairs and Human Rights at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Committee at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
SCW Secretary General discusses cooperation with Bahrain Young Ladies Association
Lulwa bint Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), held a meeting with the Bahrain Young Ladies Association. Al Awadhi conveyed the greetings of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the SCW, highlighting Her Royal Highness’s interest in strengthening cooperation with civil society institutions.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister congratulated by HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received a cable of congratulations from Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), on the successful organisation of the 21st edition of the 2025 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.
SCW signs MoU with Bahrain Women’s Union to enhance cooperation
The Supreme Council for Women (SCW) signed an MoU with the Bahrain Women's Union, to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the two parties.
Princess Sabeeka Global Award cycle receives broad media attention
The third cycle of the Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women Empowerment has attracted wide media attention. Commentators highlighted its international scope and commended its role in recognising exceptional efforts to promote women’s empowerment at both the institutional and individual levels.
Exceptional Volunteer initiative honours SCW Youth Committee members
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, honoured four members of the Youth Committee at the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) as part of the winners of the Exceptional Volunteer initiative. The recognition was held during the annual ceremony organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs to mark Bahraini Youth Day, observed on March 25 each year.
SCW Secretary General congratulates HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa on launch of award’s third edition
Lulwa bint Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), congratulated Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and SCW President, on the launch of the third edition of the Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women's Empowerment.
SCW Secretary General delivers Bahrain’s address at 69th session of UN CSW
Lulwa bint Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), delivered the Kingdom of Bahrain’s address at the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) in New York.