Kingdom of Bahrain Portal for Sustainable Development Goals

Reduce Inequality Within and Among Countries

SDG 10 aims to reduce inequalities within and among countries by promoting social and economic inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for all. Guided by constitutional principles and the priorities of Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, the Kingdom of Bahrain remains committed to fostering inclusivity, fairness, and equal opportunity across society. The Kingdom continues to strengthen its social protection frameworks, advance targeted empowerment programs for vulnerable and lower-income groups, and enhance access to government and social services, alongside promoting policies that encourage community participation and equal opportunities, thereby contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable society.

Examples of National Initiatives Supporting the Achievement of this Goal

National Strategy for Persons with Disabilities

Launched in 2023, the National Strategy for Persons with Disabilities 2023–2027 provides a comprehensive framework for advancing the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of persons with disabilities in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The strategy encompasses seven strategic pillars: legislation and regulations; health and rehabilitation; education, integration, and vocational training; economic empowerment; social empowerment, including the empowerment of women with disabilities; accessibility of buildings and services; and awareness and media. Through an integrated approach, the strategy aims to strengthen institutional frameworks, enhance access to essential services and opportunities, and promote the active participation of persons with disabilities across all sectors of society, contributing to inclusive and sustainable development.

Global Hope Network for Youth Empowerment

Launched in 2024, the Hope Network is a global youth empowerment initiative spearheaded by the Kingdom of Bahrain with the support of the United Nations. The Network brings together governments, institutions, and youth organizations to exchange best practices, promote youth-focused policies, and enhance young people’s participation in sustainable development. Since its establishment, the Network has expanded to include 51 members from 38 countries. In 2025, it published its first international guide on youth empowerment best practices, featuring 28 initiatives from 13 participating countries, contributing to knowledge exchange and strengthening international partnerships in youth development.

‘1 billion Lives Challenge’

The Kingdom of Bahrain is advancing digital inclusion through its participation in the World Economic Forum’s EDISON Alliance, joining the network of Lighthouse Countries under the 1 billion Lives Challenge, launched in 2022. The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and expand access to digital opportunities across key sectors, including education, healthcare, and finance. Bahrain’s participation focuses on strengthening digital literacy and skills, promoting inclusive access to technology, and empowering women and girls to pursue opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As part of the initiative, Bahrain pledged to positively impact 600,000 lives by 2025 and successfully achieved this target, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive digital transformation and sustainable development.