The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties signed today, at its headquarters in Riyadh, a cooperation agreement with the Saudi Special Olympics Federation, aimed at establishing an inclusive healthcare ecosystem that supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and enhances their health and social inclusion.
The agreement was signed on behalf of SCFHS by the Executive Director of Member Experience, Mr. Mishari bin Omar Al-Omar, and on behalf of the Federation by the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Abdulrahman bin Ahmed Al-Quraishi.
The agreement seeks to foster collaboration in the areas of awareness and healthcare services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and to contribute to positioning the Kingdom as a leading model in inclusion for this group. It also aims to support knowledge localization through the training and qualification of national cadres and competencies.
The agreement includes the exchange of expertise and information, the design of specialized training programs and workshops for healthcare professionals on engaging with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the creation of volunteer opportunities for health practitioners within Saudi Special Olympics activities, and collaboration in conducting joint research and studies related to health and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This agreement reaffirms the commitment of both the Commission and the Federation to achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in building a vibrant society and ensuring efficient and equitable access to comprehensive healthcare services for all segments of society.