King Salman Center qualifies 1000 young men and women for marriage in Riyadh
The “Night of a Lifetime” initiative to support young people in building stable families
In a significant step aimed at raising awareness and building a solid foundation for married life, the King Salman Social Center organized a specialized premarital counseling program entitled “The Night of a Lifetime.” This program is part of a broader initiative by the General Entertainment Authority to facilitate the marriage of 1,000 couples, and it embodies the center’s commitment to supporting national initiatives that seek to strengthen family stability and raise awareness among young men and women approaching this pivotal stage in their lives.
The program focused on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to build a successful and sustainable marital relationship. Specialized awareness sessions covered various aspects, most notably family and social dynamics, financial management, and ethical and moral values. Interactive workshops were also offered to develop practical skills that contribute to conflict resolution and enhance effective communication between spouses.
General context and importance of premarital counseling in Vision 2030
Such initiatives are particularly important within the context of the social and economic transformations taking place in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030. The family is the cornerstone of society, and empowering and strengthening its stability is a key objective of the Quality of Life and Social Development programs. Historically, family counseling was provided informally through elders and family members. Today, however, leading institutions like the King Salman Social Center offer this support in a scientific and systematic manner that addresses contemporary challenges, contributing to lower divorce rates and proactively tackling family problems.
Expected impact of the initiative on society
This initiative is expected to have a tangible positive impact at the local level. By equipping young people with financial literacy and life skills, it contributes to reducing marital disputes stemming from financial mismanagement, a leading cause of divorce. On a social level, building conscious and stable families strengthens community cohesion and fosters a healthy environment for future generations. Furthermore, the success of these programs in Saudi Arabia may inspire other countries in the region to adopt similar initiatives, thus promoting a broader culture of premarital counseling.
The program witnessed a remarkable turnout of interested parties and beneficiaries, and was distinguished by providing a direct interactive space with experts. A number of advisory corners were set up outside the theater hall, through which specialized advisors provided guidance and answered inquiries from the attendees, which enriched the experience and made it more practical and beneficial.
Empowering the family: a core message of the center
Affirming its commitment to community service, the center presented subscription prizes to couples under the slogan “Together We Start a Healthier Life,” reflecting its dedication to promoting healthy lifestyles and quality of life. In this context, Her Royal Highness Princess Al-Jawhara bint Saud bin Thunayan, CEO of the King Salman Social Center, expressed her pride in the center's support for these impactful initiatives, emphasizing that empowering families and raising community awareness are cornerstones of the center's mission and its role in serving the community. Through this initiative, the center underscores its commitment to supporting purposeful community programs and fostering partnerships that contribute to achieving quality of life goals and strengthening the values of family stability.
