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Leaders
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Saudi Human Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation Forge Strategic Partnership
In a significant move aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals, the Human Rights Commission and the King Khalid Foundation (KKF) have solidified a strategic alliance through a cooperation agreement signed in Riyadh. This partnership aims to amplify human rights protections while reinforcing the Kingdom's global reputation as a leader in social progress. Hala Al-Tuwaijri, president of the Saudi Human Rights Commission, and Princess Nouf bint Mohammed bin Abdullah, CEO of the King Khalid Foundation, inked the agreement, underscoring their shared commitment to advancing rights. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) highlighted the collaboration as a pivotal step toward fostering inclusive societal growth. Collaborative Framework Unveiled The partnership will prioritize joint research initiatives, public awareness campaigns, and community-driven programs designed to embed human rights principles nationwide. By leveraging their combined expertise, both entities aim to address critical issues while promoting a culture of accountability and transparency. Furthermore, the agreement seeks to spotlight Saudi Arabia's strides in human rights and sustainable development internationally. This aligns with recent legislative reforms and grassroots efforts to empower civil society, reflecting the Kingdom's proactive approach to global standards. Strengthening Civil Society's Role Saudi Arabia has intensified efforts to elevate civil society organizations, recognizing their role in driving rights-based initiatives. Through partnerships like this, the Kingdom aims to create a unified front for addressing challenges and celebrating progress in line with Vision 2030's aspirational framework. Consequently, this collaboration marks a milestone in Saudi Arabia's journey toward comprehensive human rights advancement. By prioritizing education, community engagement, and innovative programs, the partnership sets a precedent for regional and international stakeholders to follow. Short link : Post Views: 6
Arab News
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Human Rights Commission, King Khalid Foundation sign cooperation agreement
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Human Rights Commission and the King Khalid Foundation struck a strategic partnership through a cooperation agreement signed in Riyadh on Thursday, marking a significant step toward advancing human rights protection in the Kingdom. The agreement was signed by Hala Al-Tuwaijri, president of the Saudi Human Rights Commission, and Princess Nouf bint Mohammed bin Abdullah, CEO of the King Khalid Foundation, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The partnership is designed to strengthen coordination between the two organizations while making the most of their combined expertise to promote human rights initiatives throughout Saudi Arabia. Under the terms of the agreement, the organizations will collaborate on joint research projects focusing on human rights issues, launch public awareness campaigns to foster a culture of human rights understanding, and develop community-based initiatives that align with their shared mission. The partnership also aims to highlight Saudi Arabia's growing commitment to human rights and sustainable development on both the domestic and international stages. The partnership comes as Saudi Arabia continues to prioritize human rights advancement through legislative reforms, public education programs, and enhanced community engagement. The Kingdom has been actively working to elevate the profile of its civil society organizations and their contributions to human rights progress through joint community initiatives and collaborative projects.
Arab News
07-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Grant helps nonprofits to create green jobs
JEDDAH: The King Khalid Foundation has opened applications for the fourth round of its Green Grant, aimed at empowering nonprofit organizations across Saudi Arabia. Applications for the grant are open until Aug. 9, with funding available for projects that equip low-income individuals with vocational and technical skills for green sectors, improving livelihoods through sustainable jobs. The initiative is aligned with Vision 2030's goals of economic diversification and green investment, and enables nonprofits to drive sustainable development, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. Eligible projects include organic farming, ecotourism, recycling, energy efficiency, renewable energy, reforestation, and wildlife protection. The grant fosters job creation and income opportunities, while preserving the environment and reducing ecological impact, the SPA added. Launched in 2022 by Princess Nouf bint Mohammed, CEO of the foundation, the program has since expanded nationwide, offering workshops on the green economy and emerging environmental careers. This cycle accepts proposals only from nonprofit organizations; individual applications are not eligible. Grant amounts vary by project scale and feasibility. Successful applicants will join workshops from Aug. 18–24, with final recipients announced in October 2025. For guidelines, applications, and more details, visit
Zawya
07-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Non-profit sector contributes over $26.66bln to Saudi economy for first time
RIYADH — The Saudi non-profit sector has exceeded, for the first time in its history, the ceiling of SR100 billion in economic contribution, equivalent to 3.3 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). This was revealed in a Non-Profit Sector Outlook report titled "Prospects for the Non-Profit Sector 2025," prepared by the King Khalid Foundation. The report highlighted key contributions within the sector: Endowments accounted for SR 48 billion, according to the General Authority for Awqaf, while non-profit organizations contributed SR 47 billion in spending, based on data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). Additionally, volunteering added an estimated SR 5 billion in economic value, while cooperative societies contributed SR 2 billion, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The sector's rapid growth is on track to achieve the Vision 2030 target of reaching 5 percent of GDP two years ahead of schedule. Education and research organizations led the sector in revenue generation, surpassing SR19 billion, while health organizations recorded the highest spending at SR15 billion, driven by the conversion of government assets in health and education into non-profit entities. Meanwhile, organizations focused on culture, entertainment, and social services reported the highest employment rates. The report also examined funding sources, emphasizing the role of government support and digital donation platforms, which collectively raised over SR15 billion in 2024. The National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan) saw a significant contribution from small donors (SR1, SR10, and SR100), while major philanthropists (donations of SR100,000 or more) accounted for 26 percent of total contributions. At the community level, the report monitored citizens' positive engagement in non-profit work through volunteering and donation, as 23% of citizens volunteered, while 47 percent of citizens donated during 2024. This indicates the community's interest in practicing social responsibility as a way of life. This was reflected in their confidence rates in the non-profit sector, which reached 86 percent of Saudis at present compared to 73 percent in 2017. It is worth noting that the Non-Profit Sector Outlook Report is the first reference report in the Kingdom on the status of the Saudi non-profit sector and its economic and developmental contributions. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
06-03-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Non-profit sector contributes over SR100 billion to Saudi economy for first time
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi non-profit sector has exceeded, for the first time in its history, the ceiling of SR100 billion in economic contribution, equivalent to 3.3 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). This was revealed in a Non-Profit Sector Outlook report titled "Prospects for the Non-Profit Sector 2025," prepared by the King Khalid Foundation. The report highlighted key contributions within the sector: Endowments accounted for SR 48 billion, according to the General Authority for Awqaf, while non-profit organizations contributed SR 47 billion in spending, based on data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). Additionally, volunteering added an estimated SR 5 billion in economic value, while cooperative societies contributed SR 2 billion, according to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The sector's rapid growth is on track to achieve the Vision 2030 target of reaching 5 percent of GDP two years ahead of schedule. Education and research organizations led the sector in revenue generation, surpassing SR19 billion, while health organizations recorded the highest spending at SR15 billion, driven by the conversion of government assets in health and education into non-profit entities. Meanwhile, organizations focused on culture, entertainment, and social services reported the highest employment rates. The report also examined funding sources, emphasizing the role of government support and digital donation platforms, which collectively raised over SR15 billion in 2024. The National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan) saw a significant contribution from small donors (SR1, SR10, and SR100), while major philanthropists (donations of SR100,000 or more) accounted for 26 percent of total contributions. At the community level, the report monitored citizens' positive engagement in non-profit work through volunteering and donation, as 23% of citizens volunteered, while 47 percent of citizens donated during 2024. This indicates the community's interest in practicing social responsibility as a way of life. This was reflected in their confidence rates in the non-profit sector, which reached 86 percent of Saudis at present compared to 73 percent in 2017. It is worth noting that the Non-Profit Sector Outlook Report is the first reference report in the Kingdom on the status of the Saudi non-profit sector and its economic and developmental contributions.
