Riyadh, November 25, 2024 – In a significant move that underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation, Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, the Governor of Riyadh Region, honored the Quality of Life Program during the launch of the third edition of the Global Conference for Giftedness and Creativity. The event, held in Riyadh, is a flagship initiative designed to support gifted individuals and cultivate a culture of creativity and innovation in Saudi Arabia. The conference was organized by the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), a key institution dedicated to identifying, developing, and promoting exceptional talent in the Kingdom.
The Quality of Life Program, a vital component of Saudi Vision 2030, was recognized as an official knowledge partner of this prestigious event. This recognition highlights the program’s pivotal role in advancing the Kingdom’s strategic goals, which aim to improve the overall well-being and opportunities available to its citizens. As a key enabler of Vision 2030, the program is focused on enhancing the quality of life by fostering a dynamic, innovative, and knowledge-driven society that is well-equipped to address future challenges.
During the conference, Khalid Albaker, the CEO of the Quality of Life Program, emphasized the critical importance of such initiatives in shaping a future where talent and innovation are central to addressing the world’s emerging global challenges. Albaker noted that the conference serves as an essential platform for recognizing the transformative power of creativity and innovation, which are vital to achieving the ambitious goals set forth by Saudi Vision 2030.
The third edition of the conference brought together thought leaders, experts, and young talents from across the globe to exchange ideas and discuss strategies for fostering innovation, with a special focus on addressing the future challenges that will shape the world in the coming decades. By supporting and nurturing the creative abilities of individuals, the event aims to cultivate an environment in which Saudi Arabia’s youth can thrive, contributing to the Kingdom’s vision of becoming a global hub for knowledge and innovation.
As the Kingdom continues to invest in its human capital, the Quality of Life Program stands at the forefront of these efforts, ensuring that the talents of today are equipped to meet the needs of tomorrow. This collaboration with the Mawhiba Foundation and the recognition at the conference further solidify the Kingdom’s long-term commitment to excellence in education, creativity, and sustainable growth, in line with its Vision 2030 objectives.