AlUla empowers youth with social, cultural activities

1 / 5
Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from GCC countries, Jordan, and Morocco. (SPA)
2 / 5
Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from GCC countries, Jordan, and Morocco. (SPA)
3 / 5
Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from GCC countries, Jordan, and Morocco. (SPA)
4 / 5
Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from GCC countries, Jordan, and Morocco. (SPA)
5 / 5
Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from GCC countries, Jordan, and Morocco. (SPA)
Short Url
Updated 16 February 2025
Follow

AlUla empowers youth with social, cultural activities

  • Camp fostered communication, experience exchange, and strengthened youth relations among the participating countries

RIYADH: The Joint GCC Youth Work Camp, hosted by Saudi Arabia in AlUla and organized by the Ministry of Sport, brought together young people from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Jordan, and Morocco.

The camp fostered communication, experience exchange, and strengthened youth relations among the participating countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.

Through cultural and social events, sports competitions, workshops, and community initiatives, it empowered participants and developed their skills, the SPA added.

The camp featured activities combining exploration, learning, and other challenges. Participants had the unique opportunity to tour AlUla Old Town, exploring the heritage market, learning about traditional handicrafts, and dining among picturesque mud houses overlooking the palm oasis.

The program also included visits to renowned tourist and natural sites, such as the Sharaan Nature Reserve, Elephant Rock, the Oasis Heritage Trail, and the Hegra area.


8 NGOs join Saudi Arabia’s national vegetation drive

Updated 57 min ago
Follow

8 NGOs join Saudi Arabia’s national vegetation drive

  • The center continues to promote collaboration across sectors to expand environmental awareness and advance sustainability goals through knowledge exchange

RIYADH: The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification has signed memoranda of understanding with several nonprofit environmental associations to strengthen partnerships with the nonprofit sector in advancing national goals for environmental sustainability.

The MoUs were signed with eight associations: Al-Nakaa Association, Lavender Society, Darb Hiking Trails and Walking Trips Association, Hail Agriculture Development Association, Yanbu Environmental Association, Rifaq Environment Association (Hail), Aghsan Environmental Association, and Pristine Future Environment Association.

The center said cooperation with the nonprofit sector enhances volunteer and community initiatives and maximizes environmental and social impact across the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

The agreements are part of a broader cooperation framework covering afforestation and land rehabilitation projects, nature-based tourism support, expertise exchange, capacity building through training, and community environmental awareness.

The center continues to promote collaboration across sectors to expand environmental awareness and advance sustainability goals through knowledge exchange, coordinated community efforts, joint outreach programs, and initiatives supporting national environmental objectives.