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Princess Adela

“In order to fight violence certain things should be taken into account like defining neglect and abuse. Reporting violence and abuse should be compulsory and there should be a witness protection program.” -Princess Adela to Arab News, May 2009

Known For: National Family Safety Program, Vice Chair
Country: Saudi Arabia

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Highly-motivated and very determined, Princess Adela has taken a vocal stance on many issues relating to women and children in Saudi Arabia.

Adela serves as the vice chair on the National Family Safety Program. In 2009 she spoke about the country’s progress in recognizing and ending domestic violence in Saudi Arabia. “The biggest achievement” of the past year, the princess said, had been the increased coordination of all government ministries “to stop the phenomenon of family violence. Now we have partners in all sectors and that is an achievement.”

Adela has spoken out in favor of introducing sports at girls schools. She has been active with the Gulf Business Women’s Committee. Additionally, she has intervened in cases of disowned girls.

Sources

Arab News: Saudi princess speaks out on abuse: A strong voice is being heard on the issue of domestic violence, and it’s not only female but royal

Arab News: Girls need athletics, says Princess Adela

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