The Good Housing Campaign in the Eastern Province concludes with broad community participation
The Eastern Province Municipality successfully concluded its active participation in the Jood Housing Campaign, held this year under the slogan “Generosity is from us and within us.” This pioneering step comes within the framework of the Municipality’s tireless efforts to promote humanitarian work and consolidate a culture of social solidarity among members of Saudi society. This participation aimed to provide unlimited support for strategic national initiatives aimed at providing suitable housing for the most needy families, reflecting the government’s commitment to achieving family and social stability.
The historical and developmental dimensions of the launch of the Good Housing Campaign
The Jood Housing Platform is one of the most prominent national initiatives launched by the National Housing Development Foundation (Sakān) under the generous patronage and continuous support of the wise leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Since its inception, the platform has strived to govern and facilitate contributions from individuals and organizations in the field of charitable housing. The Jood Housing Campaign culminated these historic efforts, marking a qualitative leap in the trajectory of institutional charitable work, transforming it from mere individual initiatives into organized and sustainable work aligned with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. This historic transformation has contributed to building bridges of trust between donors and beneficiaries, ensuring that housing support reaches those who deserve it with complete transparency and reliability.
Impact of the initiative on the local and regional landscape
The positive impact of these initiatives extends beyond the local level, offering a regional and international model of social solidarity. Locally, the initiative contributes to bridging the housing gap and providing a safe and stable environment for families, positively impacting quality of life and economic growth. Regionally and internationally, the Kingdom's success in managing digital housing donation platforms highlights its pioneering role in leveraging technology to serve humanity and reinforces its position as a hub for innovative philanthropy. The collaboration between the public and private sectors and members of society creates a cohesive social fabric capable of effectively addressing developmental challenges.
Diverse activities and inspiring volunteer participation
The campaign exemplified a remarkable model of integration between government entities and the community, contributing significantly to raising awareness about the importance of supporting developmental housing programs. It featured 15 diverse events held at several key locations in Dammam. These events included informational booths at Al-Othaim Mall and Westfield Dammam, as well as active participation in the Al-Qadisiyah Ramadan Season and the Days of Love Market Festival. Additionally, the "House of Generosity" event was organized, introducing visitors to the campaign's objectives and available support mechanisms. A self-service donation machine was also set up at Westfield Mall, facilitating the donation process and significantly boosting visitor engagement. The success of these events was further enhanced by the contributions of 130 volunteers, who dedicated themselves to organization, awareness campaigns, and visitor service, reflecting the spirit of giving and volunteerism deeply rooted in the Eastern Province community.
Sustainability of community work and achieving quality of life
For his part, the Deputy Secretary of the Eastern Province for Services, Mr. Mahmoud bin Hassan Al-Ratuai, affirmed that this participation stems from the Secretariat's ongoing commitment to supporting impactful community initiatives. He noted that the campaign significantly contributed to promoting the values of generosity and giving, and raising awareness of the importance of community participation in supporting families benefiting from housing programs. Al-Ratuai added that the remarkable success achieved is the result of collaborative efforts among various entities, volunteers, and community members, emphasizing the Secretariat's continued support for such vital initiatives that enhance quality of life and achieve sustainable development goals. In closing, he commended the efforts of all partners, supporters, and volunteers, stressing that this initiative represents an inspiring model of community work that reinforces the values of compassion and solidarity, and contributes to building a more cohesive and sustainable society.
