King Abdulaziz Center strengthens cultural ties in Medina

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In a move aimed at strengthening the social fabric and consolidating the concepts of peaceful coexistence, the King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication , in cooperation with the Mahzoor Neighborhood Council in the Madinah region, organized a distinguished dialogue session entitled “Cultural Communication Among the People of One Nation: Diversity Within Unity.” The session witnessed a remarkable turnout from academic elites and those interested in social affairs, reflecting the growing interest in national dialogue issues.

Details of the meeting and participating figures

The Mahzoor Neighborhood Council hosted this meeting, which was moderated by Dr. Mahmoud Al-Harbi, a strategic communication expert and faculty member at Taibah University. The discussion was enriched by the contributions of Mr. Musleh Al-Subhi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Quba Social Development Association, and Dr. Nada Elias, Associate Professor at Taibah University. The speakers addressed various dimensions of the concept of intercultural communication, emphasizing that cultural and intellectual diversity within a single society is a source of strength and enrichment, not division.

Strategic context and national vision

This meeting is part of a series of programs and initiatives launched by the King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Understanding, which align directly with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to build a vibrant and robust society. Since its inception, the Center has strived to promote a culture of dialogue, strengthen the values of tolerance, moderation, and centrism, and combat extremist ideologies by creating interactive platforms that bring together diverse segments of society to exchange perspectives and ideas in a safe and constructive environment.

Discussion topics: Tolerance and building bridges

The meeting focused on several key points, most notably:

Defining the concept of cultural communication and its importance in the current era.
The role of dialogue in promoting tolerance and coexistence among members of society.
How effective communication contributes to strengthening national unity.
Highlighting the role of youth as an active element in building bridges of communication between different generations and groups.

International experiences within the city

What distinguished this gathering was the global dimension added by the participation of several scholarship students from the Islamic University of Madinah . These students shared their personal experiences of coexistence within Saudi society and how they found Madinah to be a model of human harmony. Their contributions reflected the great cultural diversity embraced by the Kingdom and how this fusion contributes to fostering mutual understanding and conveying an authentic image of the Kingdom's culture and values to the world.

Spatial significance and importance

This event gains added significance as it is being held in Medina, historically the birthplace of the first document of civil coexistence in Islam (the Constitution of Medina). Reviving these values in this very place reinforces the historical and religious symbolism of the Kingdom as a champion of peace and dialogue. Experts affirm that such periodic gatherings in neighborhoods and local councils play a crucial role in intellectually fortifying society, strengthening national identity, and fostering a community awareness capable of confronting contemporary cultural challenges.