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SCW, Bahrain Women’s Union hold joint meeting
Lulwa Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), met with Ahlam Ahmed Rajab, President of the Bahrain Women’s Union, in a joint committee meeting to discuss enhancing cooperation between the two institutions and implementing their memorandum of understanding (MoU).
SCW launches fourth edition of HH Shaikha Hessa bint Salman Al Khalifa Award for Voluntary Youth Work
The Supreme Council for Women (SCW) announced the launch of the fourth edition of the Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Salman Al Khalifa Award for Voluntary Youth Work. The award was established under Royal Order (15) of 2011 in honour of the late Her Highness Shaikha Hessa bint Salman Al Khalifa’s contributions to charitable, voluntary, and social work.
HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim congratulates HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak on Emirati Women’s Day
Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), sent a cable of congratulations to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, on the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day.
HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim chairs fifth SCW meeting in its eighth term
Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), chaired the Council’s fifth meeting of its eighth term (2022 – 2025).
Supreme Council for Women celebrates its 24th anniversary
August 22, 2025, marks the 24th anniversary of the establishment of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), created as an advisory body under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the foremost supporter of Bahraini women’s advancement. The Council serves as the national reference authority for women’s affairs, chaired by Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King.
HM King congratulated by HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa 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 24th anniversary of the establishment of the SCW.
SCW receives Royal Police Academy delegation
The General Secretariat of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) received a delegation from the Royal Police Academy comprising cadets enrolled in the academy’s bachelor’s programme, as part of ongoing cooperation aimed at familiarising students with the Council’s role and the contribution of Bahraini women to national development.
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 occasion of the 24th anniversary of the SCW.
SCW Youth Committee hosts discussions at Youth City 2030
The Supreme Council for Women (SCW)’s Youth Committee organised two discussion sessions for young people as part of its participation in Youth City 2030.
SCW Sec Gen highlights election of three female journalists to BJA board reflects prominent role of Bahraini women in media
Lulwa Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), said the election of three female journalists to the board of the Bahrain Journalists Association (BJA) for the 2025–2027 term reflects the growing role of Bahraini women in the media and highlights their progress in leadership positions. She noted this achievement reflects national efforts to empower women and ensure their active participation across sectors.