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Saudi Scientific Society for Art and Design

The Saudi Scientific Society for Art and Design was established pursuant to Administrative Decision No. (32706) issued by the Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University Council at its sixth session, dated 15/3/1436 AH. The Society brings together specialists and those interested in the fields of art and design under one umbrella. As a Saudi-founded scientific society with a global outlook, we seek to welcome members interested in visual arts from around the world, fostering creative contributions that support social and economic development and generate meaningful impact.


Main ​Responsibilities​
  1. Promoting scientific and creative thinking in art and design. 
  2. Facilitating scholarly communication and the exchange of expertise among Society members, while providing professionals in the field with opportunities to contribute to cultural advancement. 
  3. Providing scholarly advice on art-related issues and conducting studies to enhance performance across various organizations.
  4. Enhancing the academic and professional performance of Society members and fostering a culture of excellence and creativity among academic, professional, and artistic practitioners.
  5. Facilitating the exchange of scholarly work and cultural perspectives among relevant local and international organizations.
  6. Contributing to the development of appropriate standards across the Society’s areas of specialization.
  7. Promoting intellectual discourse and enhancing public cultural awareness across diverse artistic fields.
  8. Supporting volunteer initiatives and community service.
  9. Embracing other cultures while preserving Saudi identity and religious values.


Members of the Founding Committee

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Members of the Founding Committee of the Saudi Scientific Association for Art and Design ​​

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Dr. Leila Saleh Al-BassamChair of the Committee
Dr. Leila Amer Al-QahtaniMember
Dr. Wasmiya Muhammad Al-AshaiwiMember
Dr. Ghada Abdulaziz Al-DuhayMember
Dr. Mona Saad Al-QarniMember

​Members of the Board of Directors
Name
Affiliation
Position in the Society
Dr. Suha Abdullah Al-Zaid
Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Arts, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

Chair of the Board
Dr. Najla Ibrahim Al-Qubaisi
Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Arts, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

Vice Chair
Ms. Hanan Saleh Al-Ghammas
Lecturer, Department of Visual Arts, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University

Board Secretary
Dr. Mohammed Omar Al-Obathani
Assistant Professor, Department of Cinema and Theatre, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University

Treasurer
Dr. Sultanah Faisal bin Muammar
Assistant Professor, Department of Painting and Arts, University of Jeddah

Member
Dr. Effat Abdullah Fadaq
Associate Professor, Department of Drawing and Arts, University of Jeddah

Member 
Prof. Dr. Reem Farouq Al-Sabban
Professor, Department of Interior Design, University of Jeddah
Member 
Ms. Arwa Abdullah Al-Ammari
Founder, Aram Designs
Member 
Mr. Abdullah Saleh Al-Hudhaif
Director, Sard Cultural Center
Member ​

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Society Activities
  1. Publishing a specialized peer-reviewed academic journal.
  2. Supporting and encouraging research and scholarly activities.
  3. Organizing conferences, seminars, and lectures.
  4. Inviting scholars and experts in relevant fields to participate in the Society's activities, in accordance with applicable procedures.
  5. Conducting workshops to enhance performance and promote innovation.
  6. Publishing and supporting publications, artistic works, and media products that advance the Society's objectives.
  7. Organizing exhibitions across the Society's various fields.
  8. Providing scholarly consultations, including expert advice and studies in the Society's fields of specialization.
  9. Organizing educational and research trips for Society members.
  10. Organizing competitions in the fields of visual arts.
  11. Participating in specialized local and international exhibitions and competitions.


​Society Membership

Types of Membership

Active Membership

The following requirements apply:

  1. An academic qualification or equivalent professional experience in a field relevant to the Society.
  2. Submission of a membership application.
  3. Payment of the prescribed annual membership fees.
  4. Approval by the Society's Board of Directors.
  5. Compliance with the Society's bylaws and policies

Honorary Membership

  1. Granted to individuals selected by the Society in recognition of valuable services or significant contributions. Honorary members are selected by a decision of the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Board of Directors.
  2. Honorary members are exempt from registration requirements and membership fees.
  3. Honorary members may attend the Society's meetings and participate in discussions, but do not have voting rights in decision-making or elections. 

Affiliate Membership

Available to:

  1. University students of relevant fields.
  2. Professionals and individuals interested in the Society's areas of specialization who do not meet the academic qualification requirements for active membership.
  3. Affiliate members are entitled to a 50% reduction in the annual membership fee and may attend General Assembly meetings and committee sessions and participate in discussions, but do not have voting rights. 

Sponsorship Membership

  1. Available exclusively to companies, organizations, entities, and individuals interested in the Society's areas of specialization.
  2. Granted under an agreement with the Society's Board of Directors in exchange for financial support to the Society.
  3. Sponsoring members may benefit from the Society's activities and advertising opportunities through the Society and its publications, subject to the discounts specified in the agreement with the Board of Directors.
  4. Sponsoring members may not participate in meetings of the General Assembly, its branches, or committees, and have no voting rights. 

Forms:

IcdocxForm No. 10 Nomination for Membership in the Board of Directors of a Scientific Society​  

IcdocxRegistration form for membership in the Saudi Scientific Society for Art and Design (5) (2).docx​



​Contact Us
Station: A8
Telephone: 0118237985
Email: Cad-sa@pnu.edu.sa​
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