Breaking News: Al-Baha Region Launches “Al-Baha Without Illiteracy” Campaign
In a groundbreaking move, the Al-Baha region has initiated a comprehensive literacy campaign that is currently catering to 1,410 adult learners. This initiative, known as “Al-Baha Without Illiteracy,” is a collaborative effort between the General Administration of Education in Al-Baha’s Al-Aqiq sector and various government agencies.
The campaign is being carried out through 32 educational centers spread across the region. These centers, manned by qualified educational and administrative staff, are divided into 12 for men with 390 students and 20 for women with 1,057 learners. Additionally, there are 27 additional participants providing support.
Dr. Abdulkhaleq Al-Zahrani, the director general of education in Al-Baha, emphasized the campaign’s significance in alignment with national priorities. He stated, “Literacy promotion is a civilized approach championed by our leadership. It is part of our commitment to lifelong learning and preparing an educated generation capable of serving their country and community.”
The program’s primary goal is to reach citizens in their local communities, offering basic literacy skills alongside religious, cultural, social, and health education. It also aims to strengthen national identity and promote civic engagement.
Currently in its summer phase, the campaign has witnessed a surge in participation from adult learners eager to acquire reading and writing skills. The curriculum goes beyond basic literacy to include enhancing national belonging sense, digital literacy, health awareness, environmental education, and learning to use electronic systems and applications.
This initiative, as reported by SPA, brings together resources from government agencies and non-profit organizations to provide a holistic educational experience. It aims to develop life skills, achieve educational and cultural goals, and ensure quality education for all beneficiaries. The campaign’s objectives also include reducing illiteracy rates, fostering patriotism and love for the country and its leadership, and raising awareness on various religious, societal, health, economic, environmental, and cultural issues.