The Ministry of Justice in Kuwait has appointed 27 Kuwaiti women as court session secretaries, marking a notable development in the country’s judicial support staff. The appointments, announced on June 15, represent a first for national personnel working in this capacity within the ministry.

The newly appointed secretaries completed specialized training at the Kuwait Institute for Judicial and Legal Studies, equipping them with the necessary skills to operate effectively within court settings. The ministry underscored that this initiative aims to strengthen the participation of Kuwaiti women across various branches of the judicial system, particularly in roles that facilitate the administration of justice.

Deputy Minister of Justice Awatef Abdullatif Al-Sanad led an orientation session for the new appointees, which also included the presence of Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Technical and Administrative Affairs Nouf Al-Qabandi and several senior ministry officials. During the meeting, the responsibilities and significance of the court session secretary position were outlined, emphasizing the role’s critical function in maintaining courtroom procedures and ensuring the timely documentation of judicial actions and decisions.

According to the ministry, this move is part of broader efforts to nurture national talent within the justice sector and to promote administrative as well as technical improvements. The court session secretaries are tasked with supporting the continuity and organization of court operations, which the ministry views as integral to enhancing overall judicial efficiency.

The Ministry of Justice affirmed its commitment to ongoing development across its various departments, aiming to improve the quality and effectiveness of the services delivered by the judicial system. This latest appointment reflects a strategic step toward both gender inclusion and administrative advancement within Kuwait’s courts.