Saudi Culture Ministry Receives ISO Certificate in Facility Management

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The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
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Saudi Culture Ministry Receives ISO Certificate in Facility Management

The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has received an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certificate in facility management (ISO 41001:2018) after achieving comprehensive global standards in regulations, policies and procedures in the management of the ministry's facilities through the establishment of management systems and quality compatible with international standards.

This certificate was awarded to the ministry after a comprehensive review of the facility management system and access to the strategy and plans of the cultural system in terms of operating the ministry's facilities, which are conducted in accordance with the best international regulations and practices, to ensure an enabling environment for staff, as well as clarifying regulations, policies and procedures in all facilities of the cultural system.

The ISO awards this certificate to organizations that successfully determine their facilities' security and environmental management, provide an atmosphere that helps staff increase productivity, and develop and implement effective facility management.



Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa
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Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched an intangible cultural heritage documentation project in Al-Ahsa Governorate.

The project is one of several the ministry is working on to document and digitize the memory of Saudi culture and preserve the rich fabric of the Kingdom's cultural heritage.
According to SPA, the project includes conducting a comprehensive survey of Al-Ahsa's intangible cultural heritage elements, including knowledge and practices related to nature, oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, craftsmanship skills in cultural industries, and traditional arts.

These elements will be digitally documented to preserve the governorate's rich cultural heritage.
Through this project, the Ministry of Culture seeks to instill pride in the Kingdom's cultural identity and achieve the National Culture Strategy's objectives under the Saudi Vision 2030.