The first "Preserving the Blessing" forum has opened in the Jazan region, organized by the Ehsan Association for Food Preservation under the theme "Awareness That Bears Fruit, a Blessing Preserved", with the participation of a number of associations and volunteer bodies, aiming to spread the culture of preserving food, raise community awareness of the importance of reducing food waste and instill the concepts of sustainability and social responsibility.

The forum is part of efforts to develop community initiatives that make use of surplus food and build effective partnerships among relevant bodies, achieving sustainable social and development impact within the local community.

A Platform for Exchanging Expertise and Building Partnerships

The forum was attended by specialists and people interested in community affairs, along with representatives of the participating bodies and associations, who discussed ways to strengthen integration among volunteer initiatives and exchange expertise and successful experiences in food preservation.

Ezzeddine bin Mohammed Ezzeddine, Chairman of the Ehsan Association for Food Preservation, said the forum brings specialized experiences and quality models together under one umbrella, helping to develop community initiatives and widen their impact, adding that the event is an opportunity to strengthen cooperation among the bodies working in the field.

Interactive Corners and Awareness Programs

Visitors explored a set of interactive corners and awareness programs for all age groups, focused on spreading a culture of responsible consumption, making use of surplus food and reducing waste at events, in homes and in different establishments.

Participating bodies also presented community initiatives and projects designed to raise food awareness and promote positive behaviors around preserving food, in line with sustainable development goals.

Workshops and Specialized Sessions

The forum included a number of training workshops and specialized panel sessions on food preservation, sustainability and food safety, along with successful experiences in community work and ways of developing volunteer initiatives and increasing their positive impact on society.

The forum reflects the commitment of non-profit bodies in Jazan to raising community awareness and adopting sustainable practices, helping to build a community that is more aware and more efficient in managing food resources.

At a Glance

  • Venue: Jazan Culture House
  • Organizer: Ehsan Association for Food Preservation
  • Date: 20 May 2026
  • Theme: Awareness That Bears Fruit, a Blessing Preserved
  • Goals: reducing food waste and promoting sustainability
  • Participants: volunteer associations, community bodies and specialists