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KAUST Social Responsibility organized the annual "Sharing is Caring" program in 2019, with over 120 volunteers assembling and distributing 200 food boxes to neighboring communities during Ramadan. The food hampers contained 29 healthy and seasonal food items, customized based on feedback from Thuwal community families in 2018. Families also ordered specific quantities of meat via a special app. Why it matters: This program strengthens KAUST's ties with local communities and demonstrates its commitment to social responsibility during a significant religious period.
KAUST · Ramadan · community · volunteers · food pantry
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Students from the KAUST School volunteered to assemble gift boxes for families in Thuwal as part of the "Sharing is Caring" campaign. The activity was organized to celebrate Eid. Why it matters: This highlights community engagement by a leading STEM university in Saudi Arabia.
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KAUST Saudi Initiatives organized a back-to-school campaign in August and September 2016. The campaign provided school supplies to students in Thuwal and Qadimah. KAUST volunteers assembled the school supply kits on the university's campus. Why it matters: Such initiatives strengthen KAUST's ties with local communities and support education.
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KAUST provided school supplies to students in the villages of Thuwal and Qadimah. This was part of the KAUST Sixth Annual Back to School Campaign held in September. The supplies were given to students in University's neighboring villages. Why it matters: This demonstrates KAUST's commitment to supporting education and community development in its surrounding areas.
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The KAUST community held the opening night of its 2016 Enrichment in the Fall program. The event's theme was "Food for All." Photos from the event were taken by Meres Weche. Why it matters: This community event highlights KAUST's engagement with broader social themes, though the AI relevance is low.