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Eng. Abdul Rahman bin Abdul Mohsen Al-Fadhli

Eng. Abdulrahman Abdulmohsen AlFadley
The President
Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture

Quality of life is achieved in Vision 2030 through the integration of the environmental system and to achieve food and water security and well-being. The National Center for Wildlife Development is considered one of the centers of the system, which works to protect, develop and resettle ecosystems and biodiversity, in addition to treating risks related to wildlife. The year 2022 witnessed progress in protecting and developing the terrestrial and marine environment, areas of breeding endangered animal species, resettlement, and management of protected areas. The Center pays attention to localizing and attracting Saudi competencies to achieve national reliance on local competencies in the field of management and development of natural reserves through training and field work with international experts specialists.

Board of Dirctors


Prof. Osamah Bin Ibrahim Fakiha

Deputy Chairman of the Board


Engrs. Abdullah bin Abdul Rahman Al-Rabiah
Member


Prof. Nada Saad Al-Tamimi

Member


Awad bin Metirik Al-Juhani

Member


Prof. Muhammad bin Khaled Al-Saadoun
Member


Prof. Ibrahim bin Abdul Wahed Arif

Member


Prof. Muhammad bin Yaslam Shubraq
Member

MQ

Dr. Mohammad Ali bin Bahaa Al-Din Qurban
CEO
National Center for Wildlife

The center has achieved unprecedented accomplishments in several projects and environmental discoveries, with the participation of national competencies and the collaboration of international experts. Among these achievements is the exploration project of biodiversity in the Red Sea, the discovery of cheetah mummies, and efforts towards their conservation program. The center also worked on increasing the area of protected areas to 30%, registering the Farasan Islands Reserve project with UNESCO. Additionally, the center has prioritized the use of cutting-edge technologies to serve wildlife, protect and enhance it, and develop systems to collect data and create digital maps. Performance indicators reflect the progress of the National Center for Wildlife towards regional leadership, the achievement of national goals, and the transition to a civilized system.

Vision

“Flourishing and sustainable wildlife, biodiversity and terrestrial and marine ecosystems”

Mission

“Conserve and develop wildlife, biodiversity, and ecosystems to advance environmental sustainability, create social and economic value and promote community engagements and partnerships with relevant stakeholders”

Strategic Objectives

1

Sustainably protect and develop wildlife and biodiversity in terrestrial , coastal and marine environments

2

Expand the area and improve the management of protected areas

3

Reintroduce endangered species into their natural habitats to enhance ecological balance

4

Build a knowledge base on wildlife and biodiversity in the Kingdom and engage with local and international universities and research centers to support innovation and scientific research

5

Raise awareness on wildlife across communities, enhance community engagement, and activate the role of non-profit sector

6

Promote economic diversification and enhance private sector participation to increase the utilization of ecosystem services

Values

  • passion Passion
  • passion Responsibility
  • passion Efficiency
  • passion Innovation
  • passion Collaboration