The third edition of Diriyah Horizon youth summer program kicked off on Sunday, bringing various activities designed to develop youth skills and foster cultural values, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The program represents a significant collaboration between the Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) and several other entities, as follows:
- King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication
- Saudi Space Agency
- iLMI Science Discovery and Innovation Center
- Mahd Sports Academy
By offering an engaging, interactive environment, the program seeks to boost the participants’ skills and capabilities.
The program also aims to make a real difference in the lives of the Saudi youth by shaping their way of thinking and supporting them in their academic and professional careers.
Set to run until August 21, the program features various activities across six tracks focusing on Diriyah’s heritage, as follows:
- The Leadership track: It boasts three workshops tackling debate skills, volunteerism, along with public speaking.
- The Heritage track: It explores archaeological excavation and traditional mudbrick construction techniques.
- The Creative Production: It features photography and filmmaking skills.
- The Science track: It includes multiple workshops on water systems, soil science, sustainable energy, as well as aircraft design.
- The Space track: It provides interactive workshops introducing astronomy and space tech from past to present, along with agricultural seasons in Diriyah.
- The Sports track: It focuses mainly on fencing and archery.
Overall, the Diriyah Horizon strives to build a conscious and powerful Saudi generation that can leave a real impact on Shaping the Kingdom’s cultural scene and safeguarding the authentic legacy of Diriyah.
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