MUSCAT : Organized by the Ihsan Association’s South Al Batinah branch, the event was held under the patronage of Dr. Yahya bin Sulaiman Al Nadabi, Wali of Rustaq.
The seminar opened with a speech by Yousef bin Mohsen Al Lamki, Chairman of the Ihsan Association branch in South Al Batinah, who underscored the association’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about the well-being of the elderly and the need for collective community and institutional support to uphold their dignity and care.
A key highlight of the seminar was the screening of a visual awareness presentation titled “No to Elderly Abuse,” which addressed various forms of abuse that senior citizens may face and the toll it takes on their psychological and social well-being.
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The event featured a series of working papers aimed at offering insights and actionable strategies. Walid bin Saeed Al Badi opened with a paper on “The Role of the Omani Human Rights Commission in Promoting and Protecting the Rights of the Elderly.” Dr. Hilal bin Abdullah Al Kharousi followed with a presentation titled “The Rights of the Elderly in Islam: A Divine Honor and a Human Responsibility,” exploring the ethical and religious foundations of elder care.
Nahid bint Ali Al Jameel contributed with her paper on “Home Healthcare: A Strategic Option for Protecting the Elderly,” advocating for at-home medical support as a practical and humane solution. The seminar concluded with a joint presentation by Rahma bint Mohammed Al Rawahi and Iman bint Salem Al Shabibi titled “The Social Protection Fund and Ensuring Stability in Old Age,” which outlined the benefits of Oman’s comprehensive social protection system, including retirement pensions, insurance coverage, and livelihood support for senior citizens.
A panel discussion capped the day’s program, addressing key challenges in elderly care and brainstorming potential solutions. The seminar concluded with the honoring of participants and the official inauguration of the association’s second ambulance.
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