The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts is preparing to launch its "Warith Community" initiative next Saturday, its first initiative for the Year of Handicrafts 2025. The initiative aims to promote and develop traditional crafts by integrating them with modern technology, at the main "Warith" headquarters in Riyadh.

A Leading Platform for Developing Handicrafts:

"Warith Community" aims to be an innovative platform bringing together handicrafts and traditional arts, with a focus on strengthening national cultural identity through meetings and discussions with prominent figures in the handicrafts field.

The events also include specialized workshops aimed at enabling individuals to learn how to apply handicrafts using innovative techniques, and encouraging them to turn their skills into entrepreneurial ventures, helping spread the culture of traditional crafts and broaden their practice.

A Range of Activities:

The initiative includes a variety of activities:

  • Educational and entrepreneurial workshops aimed at developing skills in an environment that fosters creativity.
  • Panel discussions to exchange expertise and experiences in the field of handicrafts.
  • Meetings bringing together institutions and the local community to strengthen cooperation in traditional arts.

A Vision to Promote Heritage:

The initiative is part of the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts' efforts to elevate the status of handicrafts in the Saudi cultural scene, in line with the designation of 2025 as the Year of Handicrafts.

The institute continues its leading role in preserving the Kingdom's rich heritage and supporting national talent in traditional crafts, with a focus on empowering new generations to learn and develop these arts, helping showcase national identity locally and internationally.