RIYADH: The board of directors of the Saudi Journalists Association approved draft regulations for the Journalists Support Fund as well as discussed other topics during its meeting on Wednesday.
The regulations approved at the meeting — chaired by Adhwan Al-Ahmari — aimed at providing various services and support to fellow journalists across the Kingdom. The board also adopted a comprehensive strategy for the SJA’s work on different levels for the next three years.
Other items discussed were the approval of the Human Capital Development Initiative, proposed by the chairman in collaboration with several entities. In the context of expanding the SJA’s activities, the board also approved the opening of a new branch in Jeddah.
Additionally, the board approved a plan to invest the association’s assets into some parts of the main building in Riyadh, and authorized the Investment and Resource Development Committee to oversee the implementation.
Members also reviewed the performance and review report of various committees’ activities during the past period and commended the efforts made, emphasizing the importance of enhancing quality programs and activities that meet current needs.
The meeting reaffirmed the association’s commitment to continuing to develop performance and enhance its role in supporting journalists, keeping up with changes in the media sector, and serving the interests of the journalistic community.
