Bahrain Women Union Meets with the Bahrain Free Labour Unions Federation to Discuss Support for Working Women

At the invitation of the Bahrain Free Labour Unions Federation, the Bahrain Women Union held a meeting with the Federation’s Working Women and Child Committee, attended by Mr. Yaqoub Yousef Mohammed, President of the Federation. The meeting aimed to explore ways to strengthen cooperation and support Bahraini and Arab women in the labour market and trade union movement.

Representing the Bahrain Women Union were Dr. Sumaya Al Jowder, President of the Board of Directors, along with Ms. Ramla Jawad, Ms. Waheeba Abdulrahman, and Ms. Anisa Al Ruwaie. The Working Women and Child Committee was represented by Ms. Ghada Ali Qayed, Ms. Safiya Shamsan, and Ms. Maryam Al Doseri.

The meeting addressed several areas of mutual interest, particularly raising awareness of working women’s rights, encouraging their participation in trade union activities, and developing joint awareness programs. Discussions also covered the organization of joint events and activities to coincide with occasions celebrating women, including Bahraini Women’s Day, Arab Women’s Day, and International Women’s Day.

Both parties emphasized the importance of continued coordination, cooperation, and knowledge exchange to empower women, strengthen their presence in the labour market and society, safeguard their rights and achievements, and promote their active participation across various fields.