Police personnel trained to respond faster to child safety cases.
Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Police is participating in a specialist child protection programme aimed at strengthening police personnel’s ability to respond quickly and effectively to cases involving children who require protection, support or specialised care.
The programme, which focuses on child protection in the police sector in Ras Al Khaimah, is being organised by the Ministry of Family in cooperation with the National Academy for Childhood Development.
The programme focuses on training police personnel and strengthening their professional capabilities in child protection, helping ensure that cases involving children receive a specialised and effective response.
Strengthening police capabilities
Brigadier General Mohammed Obaid Al Khatri, Director-General of Support Resources and Services at Ras Al Khaimah Police, said the programme supports the UAE’s ongoing efforts to strengthen child protection.
He said it also aims to support police personnel responsible for children’s security and safety by equipping them to respond promptly to their needs and provide the necessary support and guidance.
This includes psychological, emotional, moral and awareness-based support and guidance for children and students, helping them overcome challenges while safeguarding their safety and wellbeing.
Protecting children and ensuring stability
Al Khatri said the programme contributes to ensuring that children receive the necessary care and preparation while safeguarding their security, safety and stability.
The initiative also aims to advance child welfare practices in line with internationally recognised standards and benchmarks in the field of childhood.
Training and developing specialised police personnel is intended to strengthen the authorities’ ability to handle cases involving children appropriately and professionally, while ensuring they receive the protection and assistance they need.
Children at the heart of national development
Al Khatri stressed the importance of protecting and supporting children, describing them as “the first seed and the fundamental foundation for building the nation.”
He said ensuring children’s safety, stability and healthy development is essential to helping them reach their full potential and contribute to the country’s future.
The programme forms part of wider efforts to develop specialised capabilities in child protection, enhance the standards of services provided to children and support the UAE’s commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for them.
