Amman: Minister of Social Development Wafaa Bani Mustafa met with United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Jorge Moreira da Silva to discuss cooperation in the social sector.
According to Jordan News Agency, Bani Mustafa elaborated on the partnership between the ministry and UNOPS, emphasizing support for social programmes that target the ministry's beneficiary groups and efforts to strengthen Jordan's social protection system. She highlighted initiatives aimed at promoting economic empowerment for families benefiting from the National Aid Fund (NAF), urging the training and qualification of family members in vocational fields. These initiatives are designed to help beneficiaries enter the labor market, improve household economic conditions, and transition from reliance on assistance to work and productivity.
The minister commended the effective collaboration between the two parties, citing the Social Protection Environment Modernisation Project as a key example. This project aligns with the priorities of the National Social Protection Strategy and contributes to enhancing ministry services and improving the quality and performance of the social protection system.
During the meeting, Bani Mustafa also discussed prospects for future cooperation. This includes the implementation of the Social Inclusion Support Programme for all in Jordan, the establishment of inclusive day-care centers providing comprehensive services for persons with disabilities, and the professionalisation of social work.
Jorge Moreira da Silva expressed appreciation for the social programmes and services implemented by the ministry and conveyed his hopes for strengthening cooperation and expanding partnership opportunities in the future.