Towards a Stable Family
The family is a pillar of society and its fundamental unit. It is the first school entrusted with the responsibility of raising generations. Therefore, the presence of a virtuous woman is of great importance, as she plays a significant role in fostering happiness and stability. Preparing and raising a woman to become a good mother is thus a fundamental pillar in building the family and society, for she is the first educator and the maker of generations. From this perspective, nations invest in educating the younger generation, equipping them with knowledge, preparing them for work, and enabling them to participate in achieving development goals. From another perspective, this investment also serves to prepare women and men who are capable of building their own families, as the family is the foundation upon which society is built, and its well-being depends on the well-being of its men and women.
Amid the growing developments and emerging changes facing society, women continue to play a central and comprehensive role. A woman is the child’s first nurturer, providing the care and everything the child needs to grow and thrive within the care of their parents and family. She is also the child’s first role model, whose conduct they observe and emulate in upholding values, building relationships, and treating others well.
With a good mother and a good father, children receive a sound upbringing that instills in them pride in their religion, values, morals, and culture, strengthens their connection to their identity, encourages them to safeguard their homeland and its achievements, and inspires them to take pride in serving it, working for it, and contributing to its advancement.
The cycle of life begins with a woman and culminates in preparing another woman to continue the journey of nurturing and raising the younger generation. She is the cornerstone in guiding the course of family life through her dedication and her ability to overcome obstacles with wisdom and steadfastness. This calls for the development of strategies and programs aimed at preparing good mothers who can lead their families towards stability and safeguard the continuity of a society that remains committed to its culture, takes pride in its contributions, and is capable of confronting challenges. I affirm that regardless of the many responsibilities a woman may undertake and regardless of the level of academic and professional advancement she may attain, her first and greatest responsibility, which the nation needs in order to endure and progress, is her role as a good mother who is responsible and committed to raising her children and preserving her family. This ensures the security, sustainability, and cohesion of her society and nation, enabling it to safeguard its achievements and sustain its progress.
Fatima bint Mubarak
