The conference, the first in a series of conferences planned in arab communities, was designed to provide residents with essential information on key topics such as rent assistance, eligibility certificate issuance, and housing adaptations for People with Disabilities.
This activity is part of a broad policy by the Ministry to expand access to government services and reduce information gaps.
During the conference, the Ministry’s activity in the district was presented, and the importance of cooperation with local authorities was emphasized. The content was made accessible to participants in Arabic, to ensure full understanding of rights and procedures. At the end of the presentation, an open dialogue was held, during which Ministry representatives answered residents’ questions and provided professional and focused responses.
Representatives from the Ministry of Construction and Housing participated in the conference, including Ms. Smadar Kadosh Shetaf, Director of the Northern District Occupancy Department, Mr. Mu’id Salameh from the Ministry’s Minorities Division, and a representative from the Alonim registration company, who provided individual assistance to residents, registered personal inquiries, and explained the registration and rights realization processes.
Head of the Jdeideh-Makr Council, Suhail Melhem:
“I would like to thank the Ministry of Construction and Housing for the fruitful cooperation, professional guidance, and ongoing assistance, which enabled us to hold this important and beneficial conference for the residents of Jdeideh-Makr. Thanks to the joint work, we were able to provide residents with essential information regarding their rights, primarily rent assistance, obtaining an eligibility certificate, and adaptations for people with disabilities. The Ministry’s contribution to the success of the conference reflects a genuine commitment to the residents’ welfare and the strengthening of local authorities, and we appreciate this and our partnership for the future.”
Director of the Minorities Division at the Ministry of Construction and Housing, Amin Abu Haya:
“The Ministry of Construction and Housing, through the Minorities Division and the Housing arm, sees great importance in making housing rights accessible and in providing a direct response to the residents’ needs on the ground. The conference in Jdeideh-Makr is part of an ongoing process of joint work with local authorities, aimed at providing clear information, in an adapted language and manner, and enabling residents to realize their rights in the areas of rent assistance, eligibility, and adaptations for people with disabilities. We will continue to work to expand this activity in additional communities across the country.”