Women Empowerment
The Government of Saudi Arabia places great emphasis on achieving integrated equality between men and women across various fields. It focuses on promoting women's rights and providing the necessary support and care, contributing to improved working environments across all sectors. The National Platform provide a comprehensive information on women's rights under Saudi regulations, in addition to justice-related decisions that empower women. These include education, training, health, social support, the National Family Safety Program, and women's empowerment in the fields of justice, business, and politics. For more information, visit the National Platform website.
The Equality Between Men and Women
Saudi Arabia's regulations, derived from Islamic Sharia, are based on the principle of integrated equality between men and women, considering the unique characteristics of each gender to achieve justice. The Kingdom believes that the complementary relationship between genders is an effective way to promote and protect human rights. Men and women enjoy full equality in many rights, including the right to work, education, health, and economic rights, among others.
Enhancing Women’s Participation
The Saudi Human Rights Commission emphasizes the right of both women and men to file complaints regarding rights violations through designated channels. The Kingdom has also implemented key reforms to enhance women’s participation in economic development, such as:
Unifying the retirement age for both genders.
Prohibiting gender-based discrimination in wages, job types, work fields, and hours.
Enabling women to engage in business activities without prior approval.
Equality in the Workplace and Wages
To ensure a discrimination-free work environment, the Saudi Labor Law stipulates equal rights and duties for men and women, including:
Equal pay for work of equal value and type.
Equal access to job search allowances.
Equal participation in training programs to enhance employment opportunities.
The ninth chapter of the Labor Law also outlines provisions for employing women, ensuring their rights in the workplace. Individuals and entities have the right to file complaints regarding labor law violations related to equal pay.
Equality in Education and Training
Saudi regulations guarantee free education for all citizens without discrimination, recognizing the critical role of education in achieving sustainable human rights development.
Women's Empowerment in Riyadh Municipalty
The Riyadh Municipality is committed to empowering women by providing a supportive work environment and equal opportunities across various fields. The municipality focuses on enhancing women's participation in municipal and community activities, contributing to sustainable development. Some of the initiatives offered include:
Permits for Productive Families:
The Riyadh Municipality has enabled families to obtain licenses for productive businesses, allowing them to legally engage in commercial activities according to specific regulations.
Service Link: Permits for Productive Families
