RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center on Monday launched a new digital system for enabling and accrediting non-profit organizations at the organization’s headquarters in Riyadh.

The new service enables Saudi NGOs to obtain a preliminary approval certificate to carry out humanitarian relief projects and volunteer programs outside the Kingdom.

Adviser at the royal court and supervisor-general of KSrelief, Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, inaugurated the platform.

KSrelief is “a firmly rooted institution that has made humanity a comprehensive and enduring mission,” he said.

The organization has achieved significant impact in more than 100 countries through more than 4,000 relief and humanitarian projects, exceeding $8.2 billion (SR30.8 billion) in assistance.

“Behind these numbers are human stories, lives saved in critical moments, families who found safe shelter, and communities that regained the tools needed to rise again.”

Today, a new chapter begins as national NGOs are invited to join the platform which, in its foundational phase, has succeeded in assessing, preparing and licensing more than 50 local NGOs in accordance with the highest standards of international governance, Al-Rabeeah said.

“These organizations have already proven their effectiveness in the most vulnerable communities by implementing 229 humanitarian and relief projects and programs, and by carrying out more than 50,000 surgical operations in more than 20 countries, with expenditures exceeding SR115 million.”

Another aspect of KSrelief’s efforts is its “robust” system of volunteer work, “reflecting the readiness and commitment of Saudi national cadres to serve humanity,” Al-Rabeeah added.

More than 1,200 volunteer projects have been implemented in dozens of countries with a total value exceeding $147 million.

Al-Rabeeah extended his thanks and appreciation for such work that reinforces the image of the Saudi citizen as a proactive ambassador of peace, sincerity and selflessness.