The Department of Social Services participated in the Best Practices Forum in the field of human rights, which was organized by the Sharjah Police General Command on Tuesday, December 12 of this month, within the framework of the Department’s firm commitment to promoting human rights, improving the quality of life, well-being and decent living, and ensuring the protection of those without social care. During the forum, the Department gave a comprehensive presentation on the best practices and services it provides to various segments of society, in addition to the basic rights that the Department provides to society, namely the “right to live decently,” “the right to live with dignity and humanity,” “the right to protection,” and “the right to survive.” And "the right to development." During its presentation, the department also highlighted its successful experiences and projects that contributed to improving the quality of life for target groups, in addition to innovative initiatives and programs that contribute to promoting human rights. Dr. Jassim Al Hammadi, Director of Knowledge Management at the Department of Social Services, noted that the Department’s participation in this forum reflects its permanent commitment to pursuing the latest innovations and effective practices that enhance national and international efforts to achieve sustainable development goals related to social development and the well-being of society. Al-Hammadi explained that the department contributes its efforts in the societal and humanitarian field, by providing monthly social assistance to those who are eligible, sheltering the elderly and children who have lost social care, providing home care and protection services for the weak, in addition to social security through social assistance, home production, and empowerment with professional skills.