Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Saudi Arabia: Cabinet approves measures to increase jobs for women

Saudi Gazette report

RAWDAT KHURAIM – The Cabinet on Monday approved several measures to increase employment of women in suitable fields in public sector.

The Technical and Vocational Training Corporation has been tasked with increasing the absorptive capacity of technical and vocational training in areas that are suitable for women such as computer, office work and occupational activities at women’s detentions and care houses.

Similarly, the authorities concerned shall expand educational health programs for women, intensify such programs and create e-employment that enables women to work from home. The Ministry of Education and other concerned authorities have been directed to adopt administrative and regulatory measures to ensure jobs for women.

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