INITIATIVES
Pioneering sustainable development
We are committed to setting a new benchmark in sustainable development by fostering strong partnerships, engaging in strategic memberships, and initiating programs that drive community-centric real estate, tourism, and entertainment projects. In 2023, we signed three MoU’s with the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS), the Saudi Green Initiative (SGI), and The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (TRITA) in relation to the preservation of our regional cultural heritage and traditions and sustainability.
PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS
Ministry of Tourism
Soudah Development, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, aims to enhance tourism and hospitality training initiatives within the region. This partnership is a reflection of the company's commitment to upskilling and empowering the local community, which will result in thousands of employment opportunities by 2033 — stimulating economic growth and supporting small to medium enterprises. This partnership will also further the overall objectives of enhancing tourism and making sure that we have a local workforce ready to meet rising demand across this sector.
PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS
National Centre for Wildlife Development (NCWD)
Soudah Development, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, aims to enhance tourism and hospitality training initiatives within the region. This partnership is a reflection of the company's commitment to upskilling and empowering the local community, which will result in thousands of employment opportunities by 2033 — stimulating economic growth and supporting small to medium enterprises. This partnership will also further the overall objectives of enhancing tourism and making sure that we have a local workforce ready to meet rising demand across this sector.
PROGRAMS
Scholarship Program
Our community capacity programs for the local youth of Soudah and Rijal Almaa are designed to cultivate the next generation of national leaders. By focusing on tourism and hospitality, the program aims to build essential competencies within the broader framework of developing a sustainable destination. Programs included Scholarships, English as a Second Language, On-Job learning, Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Enablement, and Hospitality and Tourism Academy. The program partners with leading academic institutions specializing in tourism and hospitality to ensure comprehensive and high-quality education.
PROGRAMS
Tourism Training Program
We are committed to creating programs that will elevate the local skill levels via tailored training courses in tourism, hospitality, and hotel management. Our pursuit is to develop and cultivate national human resources to the highest standards, enabling them to achieve our strategic goals.
Sustainability
Sustainability is at the core of our development
We are dedicated to implementing a variety of sustainable development projects including resource protection, reforestation initiative, animal reintroduction.
Preserving the environmental integrity and protecting the destination’s natural aesthetics are top priorities in our development strategy. We will follow a rigorous regulatory framework and urban planning code to underpin all our development activities.
Safeguarding plants and wildlife fall under Vision 2030’s sustainability agenda and will ensure that future generations enjoy the rich natural biodiversity.
Rescue Restoration
Rescue Restoration Work for Soudah Peaks' Heritage Sites The four heritage sites
Soudah Development (SD) has undertaken a significant initiative to deliver emergency repairs on four priority heritage sites within its boundaries. These sites were selected for urgent restoration due to their critical condition and risk of collapse, particularly during the rainy seasons. The project aims to safeguard these historic buildings through structural reinforcement and rescue operations, ensuring their protection while maintaining their original authenticity and identity.
The commitment of SD is evident in our approach, which includes employing traditional materials and techniques to restore the buildings to their original state. By assembling a team of highly experienced and qualified professionals, SD is dedicated to preserving the cultural and historical value of these sites, reflecting their dedication to both heritage conservation and the community. Rescue Restoration Work for Soudah Peaks' Heritage
Sheikh House