Riyadh: Saudi Arabia joined countries worldwide in celebrating World Adoption Day, observed annually on November 9, with more than 11,000 Saudi families currently participating in fostering children in the Kingdom.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the association, the only organization authorized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to oversee the national foster care program for orphaned children of unknown parentage, marked the occasion by launching a new campaign. The initiative aims to highlight the compassion and affection shared by foster parents and their children, shedding light on the profound human and social impact of fostering within Saudi society.

The campaign features real-life stories of foster families that embody adoption as a way of life, demonstrating how welcoming an orphaned child can bring happiness and peace to homes, while reinforcing the values of compassion and social solidarity within the community.