Transport Wusool Program Reaps Its Benefits
“Wusool”, Transport Support Product, has significantly benefited over 229,000 Saudi female employees in the private sector since its inception in November 2017.
Human resources development (HRD) is a pivotal cornerstone for any nation aiming to advance its socio-economic stature.
Saudi Arabia has been actively engaging in various initiatives to bolster its human resources, with a particular focus on empowering female workforce.
Leap Toward Inclusivity
The Transport Support Program, launched in November 2017, is a part of Saudi Arabia’s broader agenda to foster a more inclusive work environment.
It addresses the transportation hurdles faced by female employees , thereby encouraging a higher participation rate in the private sector.
Bridging Gap
A substantial hurdle to female employment in Saudi Arabia has been the issue of transportation.
The Wusool program has effectively bridged this gap, making it easier for women to commute to and from work.
By tackling transportation issues, it does not only facilitates women’s access to employment opportunities but also contributes to the broader goal of human resources development.
Impact on Private Sector Growth
The augmentation of female workforce participation through the Wusool program has contributed to the growth of the private sector.
By addressing the transportation challenges, the initiative has eased the path for women to contribute significantly to the private sector, which in turn, propels the nation closer to its HRD goals.
The Transport Support Product is a testament to Saudi Arabia’s commitment to human resources development.
By addressing pragmatic hurdles like transportation for female employees, the initiative has fostered a more inclusive and conducive work environment.
Inclusion of Males with Disabilities
It was revealed that the past month of May saw the inclusion and addition of a category for males with disabilities to benefit from the product.
This initiative aims at enabling them to work in the private sector according to specified conditions, aligning with the Kingdom’s 2030 vision.
The program “Wusool” covers 80% of the transportation cost for each trip between work and home, with a maximum of 1100 Riyals monthly for beneficiaries earning less than or equal to 6000 Riyals, and 800 Riyals monthly maximum for beneficiaries earning between 6001 to 8000 Riyals.
The program’s support duration extends to 24 months from the date of the first trip.
The product, created in collaboration and partnership between the fund and the registered vehicle direction companies in the licensed smart applications, covers all the main regions of the Kingdom.
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