Mawhiba Presents Saudi "Gifted Arabs" Initiative Outcome at Arab Education Conference

The two-day conference on the “Future of Education in the Arab World in the Digital Transformation Era” concluded in the capital of Morocco under the auspices of King Mohammed VI. SPA
The two-day conference on the “Future of Education in the Arab World in the Digital Transformation Era” concluded in the capital of Morocco under the auspices of King Mohammed VI. SPA
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Mawhiba Presents Saudi "Gifted Arabs" Initiative Outcome at Arab Education Conference

The two-day conference on the “Future of Education in the Arab World in the Digital Transformation Era” concluded in the capital of Morocco under the auspices of King Mohammed VI. SPA
The two-day conference on the “Future of Education in the Arab World in the Digital Transformation Era” concluded in the capital of Morocco under the auspices of King Mohammed VI. SPA

King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) presented on Tuesday the outcome of the “Gifted Arabs” initiative at the 13th Conference of Arab Ministers of Education in Rabat.

The two-day conference on the “Future of Education in the Arab World in the Digital Transformation Era” concluded in the capital of Morocco under the auspices of King Mohammed VI.

It was organized by Morocco’s Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports in cooperation with the National Commission for Education, Sciences and Culture and in partnership with the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO).

The “Gifted Arabs” initiative highlights Saudi leadership in nurturing talents as well as the role of Mawhiba foundation in nurturing the gifted worldwide through the top comprehensive program, said Mawhiba Secretary-General Dr. Amal bint Abdullah Al-Hazaa.

The initiative allows Mawhiba to share its well-established qualitative expertise with the relevant authorities in the Arab World to foster responsibility toward the scientific, technological, and knowledge requirements and challenges, Al-Hazaa added.

Dr. Khaled Al-Sharif, director general of Mawhiba’s Center of Excellence, presented the results of the initiative through its first and second rounds, given that the initiative has aimed at investing in the talented and creative young Arabs.

So far, the Saudi initiative has discovered 606 gifted people representing 16 Arab countries, Al-Sharif said. The initiative has provided the talented students with qualitative enrichment and academic programs to develop their knowledge and capabilities, he added.

Mawhiba explained the efforts made in all aspects to discover and nurture gifted students, according to its vision represented in empowering talent and creativity as a main source of human prosperity.



Riyadh International Jazz Festival Joins Prestigious World Network

The Saudi Music Commission logo
The Saudi Music Commission logo
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Riyadh International Jazz Festival Joins Prestigious World Network

The Saudi Music Commission logo
The Saudi Music Commission logo

The Saudi Music Commission announced that the Riyadh International Jazz Festival joined the World Jazz Network, one of the leading international gatherings for jazz talent exchange, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s cultural presence at the global level.

With this step, the Riyadh International Jazz Festival becomes part of a network that brings together top jazz festivals and cultural institutions worldwide. The network connects music professionals and audiences, fostering an exchange of expertise and knowledge within the jazz community. It aims to enrich the global jazz scene, enhance community bonds, and build connections among audiences worldwide, contributing to creativity and the development of art.

Each year, network partners gather at the Amersfoort World Jazz Festival, a platform for sharing ideas and visions, creating meaningful opportunities for international collaboration in the jazz field.
The membership of the Riyadh International Jazz Festival in the network represents a strategic move that reflects Saudi Arabia's commitment to developing arts and culture, providing a rich musical experience for both the local community and festival visitors from around the world.
The festival, organized by the Music Commission, is a global musical event that attracts prominent jazz musicians and creators from around the world, while providing creative spaces for Saudi talent to showcase diverse musical styles. The festival also features various musical activities and art exhibitions, enhancing the visitor experience and reinforcing the Kingdom’s status as a global destination for culture, arts, and creativity.