On World Refugee Day, Saudi Arabia showcased its expanding global humanitarian efforts, with total assistance reaching $23.761 billion as programs continue across dozens of countries. The latest initiative involved KSrelief, the Kingdom's aid agency, establishing a new camp on Saturday for displaced families north of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
New Camp in Gaza for Displaced Families
The camp aims to provide safe shelter for families who have lost their homes amid the ongoing crisis, responding to growing needs in displacement areas across southern Gaza. Thousands of people are living in temporary settlements with limited access to basic services.
This Gaza initiative is part of a broader Saudi humanitarian effort to assist refugees and displaced people within the Kingdom and abroad. Marking World Refugee Day, observed annually on June 20, KSrelief stated that Saudi Arabia remains among the world's leading humanitarian donors, supporting vulnerable communities across multiple regions.
Support for Refugees Within Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom has devoted significant resources to refugees residing within its borders, providing free healthcare and education, facilitating employment opportunities, and promoting social integration. Assistance provided to refugees from Yemen, Syria, the Rohingya minority, and Sudan reached $20.430 billion as of 2026. According to KSrelief, refugees account for approximately 5.5 percent of Saudi Arabia's population.
Global Humanitarian Programs by KSrelief
Since its establishment in 2015, KSrelief has implemented 4,394 projects in 113 countries worth over $8.482 billion. These programs include establishing camps for displaced people, operating mobile medical clinics, distributing food and shelter assistance, and carrying out water, sanitation, and health projects. KSrelief emphasized that these efforts reflect Saudi Arabia's commitment to assisting vulnerable populations and communities affected by displacement, conflict, and natural disasters.
World Refugee Day Events in Jordan
As part of World Refugee Day activities, the Saudi Community Service Center, affiliated with KSrelief, organized educational and vocational events at Jordan's Zaatari refugee camp, home to thousands of Syrian refugees. The education program included a silent play portraying the hardships faced by refugees in displacement camps, poetry recitals expressing hopes for a better future, and a puppet show highlighting children's aspirations.
Training activities focused on resilience and self-reliance. Workshops conducted by sewing, arts, and embroidery departments demonstrated how fabrics and plastic bags can be recycled into useful products. A cooking workshop showcased the traditional preparation of tannour bread and highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
