All Articles with the tag #Progress

Al-Amiriah School, Hofuf, Saudi Arabia: A bilingual road sign points to one of Saudi Arabia’s oldest public schools, a landmark in the kingdom’s early development of formal education.

Saudi Women Were Never Starting from Zero

Saudi women’s opportunities make headlines; the schools that prepared them rarely do. Princess Lulwah’s recent interview is a reminder that today’s progress has deep educational roots—a history I share as a Dar Al-Hanan alumna.

Sep 9, 2026

Illustration of six cartoon boys wearing traditional Gulf Arab attire, representing the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). They stand holding hands beneath a large blank sign outdoors on green grass with a blue sky background.

The Gulf Runs Fast but Needs Deep Roots

The Gulf’s young generation is racing into the future — learning new languages, mastering AI, and chasing global ambitions. But amid the excitement, one question lingers: can a society move forward without losing sight of who it is? Bahraini scholar Omar Al-Ubaydli argues that the region’s real strength lies not just in what it builds but in what it remembers.

Jun 1, 2025

Saudi men and women working together in a modern office setting, wearing headsets and engaging at computer desks, symbolizing the changing dynamics of Saudi Arabia’s labor force.

Saudi Women Have Moved On. Has the World?

Saudi women no longer fit the old narratives. As social and economic change reshapes daily life, the world is slow to catch up.

Jun 1, 2025

A Saudi woman in a black abaya drives a car in Riyadh, with the iconic Kingdom Centre Tower visible through the windshield.

Saudi Women Before and After the Reforms: A Life Transformed

Few topics in Saudi Arabia ignite as much conversation as the evolution of women’s roles. Once defined by restrictions on mobility, work, and public life, Saudi women are now at the forefront of the Kingdom’s transformation. From driving their own cars to running their own companies, they are not just participants in change—they are shaping it. This article explores what life looked like before the reforms, how it feels today, and what these changes mean for the future.

Apr 12, 2025

A tennis court with a racket, symbolizing Saudi Arabia's journey of overcoming obstacles on its path to development and progress.

Saudi Arabia’s Ace in the Court

Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation is a story of resilience and ambition. From cultural reforms to hosting world-class events, the Kingdom is overcoming obstacles to redefine its future and create new opportunities for its people.

Jul 8, 2024