Fifth Nonprofit Sector Future Forum opens today in Riyadh

The fifth edition of the Nonprofit Sector Future Forum begins today, Monday, at the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) in Riyadh, under the theme "The Role of the Nonprofit Sector in the Urban Landscape." The event brings together leaders, officials, and experts to discuss opportunities and initiatives that enhance quality of life and support urban sustainability.

The forum aims to highlight the nonprofit sector’s role in urban development, strengthen collaboration between sectors, and showcase innovative experiences and initiatives in developmental housing, public spaces, and social infrastructure.

The event will open with remarks from Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Roshan Foundation, who will address the nonprofit sector’s contribution to urban development and improving quality of life.

The program features four specialized panel discussions. The first, "The Nonprofit Contractor: Innovation for Developmental Housing," will explore opportunities to develop housing solutions and strengthen partnerships. The second, "Placemaking: Social Inclusion in Cities and Public Spaces," will examine the role of community initiatives in creating inclusive urban environments.

The third session, "Towards Robust Social Infrastructure," will highlight nonprofit partnerships in developing community facilities and services. The fourth, "Urbanism for Humanity," will discuss how urban projects can improve quality of life and foster social connections.

The forum also includes a roundtable for institutions and organizing partners, an accompanying exhibition, and specialized workshops to exchange expertise, showcase initiatives, and explore opportunities for collaboration.

A total of 21 organizations are participating in organizing the forum, including charitable foundations and development initiatives, as part of efforts to strengthen partnerships and expand the nonprofit sector’s developmental impact. These include: King Khalid Foundation, King Abdullah Humanitarian Foundation, Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk), Princess Seetah bint Abdulaziz Prize for Excellence in Social Work, Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City, Alwaleed Philanthropies, Salem bin Mahfouz Foundation, Al Rajhi Humanitarian Foundation, Al Subeaei Charitable Foundation, Sakan Association, Al Fozan Social Foundation, Hayat Charitable Foundation, Saleh Abdullah Kamel Humanitarian Foundation, Noura Al-Mallahi Foundation, Abdulqader Al-Muhaidib Social Foundation, Al Sulaiman Charitable Foundation, Muteb bin Abdulaziz Foundation, Suleiman Abanmi Foundation, Council of Nonprofit Organizations, Murooj Foundation, and the Shaml Initiative, one of the Ministry of Justice’s initiatives under the National Transformation Program.