Umm Al-Qura University hosts fashion design forum to foster innovation

Umm Al-Qura University, represented by the College of Designs and Arts, organized the "Entrepreneurship in Fashion Design" forum at King Abdulaziz Support Hall on the university's Al-Abdiyah campus in Makkah. The event brought together experts and enthusiasts from the fashion and design sector.

The forum aimed to promote entrepreneurship in creative industries, invest in national talent, and open new avenues for partnerships and investment in the fashion sector.

The event highlighted entrepreneurial opportunities in fashion design, sought to strengthen the integration of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship, and supported national talent by enabling them to transform creative ideas and projects into investment opportunities that contribute to the development of the Kingdom's fashion industry.

The forum featured four panel discussions and six professional workshops covering topics related to entrepreneurship in the fashion sector, ways to develop professional and creative skills, and enhancing the alignment of academic outcomes with the needs of the Saudi labor market.

The event also included the opening of an accompanying exhibition showcasing creative fashion design works, as well as honoring sponsors and partners in recognition of their contributions to supporting the forum and its activities.

The forum is part of Umm Al-Qura University's ongoing efforts to support creative industries, develop national talent, and strengthen partnerships with professional and investment sectors in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.