Diriyah Gate signs pact for joint projects with RITA

Diriyah Gate signs pact for joint projects with RITA

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) and the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (RITA) have signed an agreement that will help establish a strategic relationship to drive cooperation and implement several joint projects and initiatives.

These strategic programs will cover a range of focus areas, including training and education in traditional arts, urban heritage, protection and preservation of archaeological and heritage sites, assessment, and documentation of tangible and intangible heritage, reported Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

It will also enable both the DGDA and the Royal Institute to conduct studies and exchange the wealth of experiences both parties have.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) will also help activate the role of the local community through the preservation of Diriyah's heritage and the provision of various programs and services to the community of Saudi craftsmen and will facilitate the establishment of a library of traditional arts and crafts of Diriyah and the Najd region.

Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of DGDA, and Dr. Suzan Al-Yahya, Acting Director-General of the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts, signed the MoU, whereby the two parties will begin to cooperate in developing educational, cultural, and community initiatives of common interest and organize specialized courses in Diriyah's crafts and traditional arts, including wicker-crafting, jewellery-making,