Riyadh to host conference on translating Saudi identity through other languages and cultures
The College of Languages at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University in Riyadh is gearing up to host a conference titled “Translating the Saudi identity through other languages and cultures” on May 15.
With the event carrying the slogan “We translate our identity,” it will be held at the Department of Conferences and Seminars, and is proudly sponsored by Saudi Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the conference will focus on sharing the Kingdom’s cultural, historical, literary, and intellectual heritage with a global audience.
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The conference is expected to draw researchers and enthusiasts interested in Saudi identity and its translation for foreign cultures. Students specializing in national identity and translation will participate, along with representatives from various sectors focused on translating Saudi identity, including ministries, agencies, and companies.
Discussions will also revolve around the role of translation in promoting a positive image of the Kingdom, fostering international recognition, and emphasizing the Kingdom’s cultural impact.
Aligned with the objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, the conference aims to promote Islamic values and national identity by encouraging Saudis to translate these concepts into other languages and cultures.
An exciting element of the conference will be the establishment of a competitive environment among university students to help them explore their identity through other languages and cultures.
The event will feature six scientific sessions and workshops, as well as topic-related exhibitions and cultural events. Sessions will cover themes such as “Saudi family identity,” “National identity,” “Linguistic communication,” and more.
Workshops will delve into topics like translating the Saudi identity within the tourism sector.
Organized by the College of Languages, this event is part of the university’s commitment to its 2025 strategic goals.