Almarai Company signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Arabia’s Authority of People with Disabilities, to train, qualify and employ persons with disabilities.
This came on the sidelines of the First International Labor Market Conference, organized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development on Dec. 13-14, at the King Abdulaziz Convention Center in Riyadh.
The memorandum was signed by Chief Human Resources Officer of Almarai Company Fahad Mohammed Aldrees and CEO of the Authority of People with Disabilities Dr. Hisham bin Muhammad Al-Haidari.
“This agreement comes within the framework of the company’s social responsibility program, as Almarai employs more than 500 people with disabilities, providing them with one of the most suitable work environments,” Aldrees said, adding that the company has a “Silent Line,” which is one of its production lines that is designated for people with hearing disabilities.
Moreover, Almarai supports more than 300 charity organizations annually across the Kingdom that operate in the field of community development.
The Authority of People with Disabilities is a Saudi governmental entity that cares for people with disabilities, ensures that they obtain their rights related to disability, and enhances the provided services in coordination with other entities.
