Al-Rajhi welcomes approval of unified GCC volunteer work system
Al-Rajhi praises Saudi leadership for backing the unified GCC volunteer work system, highlighting its role in empowering and advancing volunteerism.
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AIMinister of Human Resources and Social Development and Chairman of the Board of the National Center for Non-Profit Sector Development, Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al-Rajhi, has welcomed the leadership’s approval of the unified system for volunteer work among Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, as outlined in the Supreme Council’s resolution at its 44th session.
Al-Rajhi expressed his gratitude to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for their ongoing support of the non-profit sector and volunteer initiatives.
He stated that the unified system provides a new legislative framework that will empower volunteer work, enhance its organizational structure, and encourage active participation from individuals and institutions in achieving sustainable development.
He added that the system will foster a culture of organized volunteering and safeguard the rights of volunteers and development organizations, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to strengthen social impact.
Al-Rajhi noted that the National Center for Non-Profit Sector Development’s oversight of the system’s implementation will boost the efficiency and governance of the sector, creating a safe and enabling environment for volunteers and supporting GCC cooperation and integration in social development and humanitarian work.