King Abdulaziz Foundation launches second summer program for undergraduates
Over 40 students from across Saudi Arabia join the King Abdulaziz Foundation’s second summer program at its Riyadh headquarters.
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AIThe King Abdulaziz Foundation yesterday launched the second edition of its summer program for undergraduate students at its headquarters in the King Abdulaziz Historical Center in Riyadh’s Al-Murabba district, with more than 40 male and female students from various regions of the Kingdom participating.
During the program’s opening, Deputy CEO of the King Abdulaziz Foundation Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Khuraif said the initiative is part of the foundation’s efforts to develop national talent and strengthen university students’ connection to Saudi history, as well as to empower them to apply historical knowledge to impactful community projects and initiatives.
Program tracks and objectives
Al-Khuraif noted that the program runs from July 19 to 23, 2026, offering a training experience that combines historical knowledge with practical application. It features three main tracks: innovation in utilizing history, leadership in community initiatives, and digital technologies in historical content. The aim is to help participants draw inspiration from national history to develop ideas and initiatives that address community needs.
He added that the program attracts students from diverse academic disciplines and several Saudi universities, fostering integration between scientific and humanities fields and highlighting the value of leveraging varied expertise to create unique initiatives inspired by national heritage.
Workshops and opportunities for participants
The program’s upcoming days will include training workshops, specialized sessions, meetings with experts, and field visits. Participants will receive an accredited attendance certificate from the King Abdulaziz Foundation and volunteer hours registered on the National Volunteer Work Platform. They will also have opportunities to build academic and professional networks with specialists and will be given priority for future foundation programs.
The program is a sustainable annual initiative aimed at preparing a generation connected to their country’s history and equipped to help shape its future.