The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs announced the approval by the ministry's advisory body to allocate 5% of the loan fund to persons with disabilities, emphasizing that the implementation of this decision depends on completing the necessary procedures and
securing financial allocations within the 2027 budget. Kazem Al-Attawani, Director General of the Media and Arab and International Relations Department, explained that the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs Authority dedicates efforts to guarantee the rights of this
group and improve their quality of life by following up on the full-time appointed salary file, striving to sustain and increase it, as well as coordinating to expand inclusive employment and education opportunities, develop health insurance and rehabilitation services, and
monitor the preparation of suitable infrastructure. He pointed out that the authority focuses on translating legal rights into tangible services that preserve the dignity of beneficiaries and enhance their independence. Regarding employment opportunities, Al-Attawani stated that the authority coordinates and
follows up with the Federal Public Service Council and relevant bodies to activate the legal employment quota of 5% in the government sector, according to Article (16/First) of the amended Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Special
Needs. It also tracks job seekers' applications and completes their data through the "Empowerment and Employment" platform, contributing to improving their chances of employment and achieving economic independence. He noted that the authority began employment procedures since the issuance of
Law No. (13) of 2013, with a total of 2,792 beneficiaries. In the field of inclusive education, Al-Attawani confirmed that the authority coordinates with the Ministry of Education to monitor the implementation of inclusive education, overcome challenges faced by students
with disabilities, and work to provide a safe and suitable educational environment that meets their needs. The authority also follows up with relevant entities to expand enrollment opportunities in public schools, ensuring the right to education and promoting equal opportunities.
Regarding support for private projects and concessional loans, he explained that the authority works to enhance the economic independence of persons with disabilities through coordination to provide training and financing opportunities. He added that the proposal to allocate 5% of
the Ministry of Labor's loan fund to persons with disabilities received approval from the advisory body, with its implementation linked to completing necessary procedures and securing financial allocations within the 2027 budget. This aims to support productive projects and expand
self-employment opportunities, in accordance with the amended Law No. (13) of 2013.
