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Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: WR-PRACTICE-2

"Sakani Platform: It allows [Saudi] divorced women and widows to register for housing support according to specific conditions" (para 107). "Social Insurance: The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development provides financial assistance to needy families, including widows and divorced women" (para 108). "Kanaf Financing: An electronic service provided by the Social Development Bank, aimed at financing widows, divorced women, and people with disabilities to support them in bearing life's burdens without the need to visit bank branches" (para 109).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: TRAFF-PRACTICE-1

"Submitting a Complaint or Report on Human Rights Issues: An electronic service provided by the Human Rights Commission that allows individuals, institutions, and organizations to submit complaints or reports on human rights issues, including criminal justice, equality and non-discrimination, property ownership, privacy and information security, adequate standard of living, marriage and family formation, social welfare, health, education, protection from human trafficking, labor, opinion and expression, legal personality recognition, nationality, protection from violence and abuse, access to justice, among others. This service is available without the need to visit the commission and benefits everyone, especially women, persons with disabilities, the elderly, children, and youth" (para 184). This paragraph describes an official...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GIC-LAW-1

"Working women have the right to maternity leave for a period of four weeks preceding and six weeks following it, and the expected due date is determined by the facility doctor or by a medical certificate certified by a health authority, and it is prohibited to employ a woman during the six weeks immediately following deliveryThe employer must pay the working woman during her maternity leave the equivalent of half her wage if she has one year or more service with the employer, and the full wage if her service reaches three years or more on the day the leave commences, and the wage is not paid to her during...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GIC-LAW-2

"When a working woman returns to work after maternity leave, for the purpose of breastfeeding her child, it is permissible to take breaks in the aggregate that do not exceed one hour per day, in addition to the rest periods granted to all workers, and this period is calculated from the actual working hours, and it does not result in a reduction in wages" (para 74). "A working woman whose husband dies has the right to leave with full pay for a period of not less than fifteen days from the date of death" (para 80). This information shows the Saudi law grants paid bereavement leave to widowed working women,...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GIC-LAW-3

"Working women have the right to maternity leave for a period of four weeks preceding and six weeks following it, and the expected due date is determined by the facility doctor or by a medical certificate certified by a health authority, and it is prohibited to employ a woman during the six weeks immediately following deliveryThe employer must pay the working woman during her maternity leave the equivalent of half her wage if she has one year or more service with the employer, and the full wage if her service reaches three years or more on the day the leave commences, and the wage is not paid to her during...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GP-DATA-1

"Recognizing the Saudi Arabia's role of female leadership, the education sector witnessed a historic milestone with the appointment of the first official spokeswoman for the Ministry of Education. This reflects Saudi Arabia's commitment to empowering women in decision-making positions and enhancing their presence in leadership roles" (para 82). "Affirming women's role in leadership and change-making, the appointment of an official spokeswoman for the Ministry of Education marked a historic milestone, reflecting progress in empowering women in decision-making positions, making her the first woman to hold this position at the ministerial level in Saudi Arabia" (para 149). "In recognition of the pivotal role women play in society, their participation in the...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GP-DATA-3

"As part of supporting women in leadership positions within the government, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development launched the "Qiyadiyat" initiative to empower women in leadership and create a suitable work environment for them. This interactive national platform aims to increase women's participation in leadership roles and serves as a tool enabling entities to communicate and nominate female leaders for executive positions, board memberships, or official delegations at international forums based on advanced search criteria. So far, approximately 7,000 women with over eight years of experience have registered on the platform" (para 167). This information describes a government-run initiative (Qiyadiyat) specifically designed to increase women’s leadership participation and...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: GP-DATA-6

"Licensed [Saudi] female lawyers are up 120% totalling 244 lawyers" (para 46).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: IAW-LAW-1, IAD-LAW-1

"The law stipulated that women [in Saudi Arabia] must be granted their rights from inheritance and succession, especially real estate. A woman’s silence about her right to inherit does not mean that her right to inheritance will be forfeited if she asks for it" (para 26- 27). This information shows that the law applies broadly to all categories of female heirs, regardless of their specific relationship to the deceased, including daughters, wives, mothers, and sisters (MR-CODER COMMENT).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: IIP-PRACTICE-1

"Transportation Support (Wusool) An initiative launched by the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) aimed at supporting Saudi women working in the private sector by providing safe and high-quality transportation to and from the workplace. The fund covers 80% of each trip's cost without affecting the employee’s transportation allowance. To be eligible, the female employee must be registered in the social insurance system. The program operates in collaboration with service providers accredited by the Ministry of Transport and covers 13 regions across Saudi Arabia. It aims to alleviate financial burdens related to transportation costs, improve job stability for women, and increase their participation in the labor market" (para 93-94). "Wusool Program...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: IW-LAW-1

"The law stipulated that women [in Saudi Arabia] must be granted their rights from inheritance and succession, especially real estate. A woman’s silence about her right to inherit does not mean that her right to inheritance will be forfeited if she asks for it" (para 26-27). This information shows that the law applies broadly to all categories of female heirs, regardless of their specific relationship to the deceased, including daughters, wives, mothers, and sisters (MR-CODER COMMENT).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LBHO-LAW-2

"The MoJ granted [Saudi] women private notarization licenses" (para 45). This information shows there used to be barriers for qualified Saudi women to work as private notaries and perform specific, official legal documentation tasks that were restricted to male notaries (MR-CODER COMMENT).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LO-LAW-1

"The law stipulated that women [in Saudi Arabia] must be granted their rights from inheritance and succession, especially real estate. A woman’s silence about her right to inherit does not mean that her right to inheritance will be forfeited if she asks for it" (para 26-27).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LR-DATA-1

"Public Education: Female enrollment rates in public education have significantly increased, with 79.4% of females being literate, and efforts continue to raise this percentage" (para 151).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LRW-PRACTICE-2

"ubmitting a Complaint or Report on Human Rights Issues An electronic service provided by the Human Rights Commission that allows individuals, institutions, and organizations to submit complaints or reports on human rights issues, including criminal justice, equality and non-discrimination, property ownership, privacy and information security, adequate standard of living, marriage and family formation, social welfare, health, education, protection from human trafficking, labor, opinion and expression, legal personality recognition, nationality, protection from violence and abuse, access to justice, among others. This service is available without the need to visit the commission and benefits everyone, especially women, persons with disabilities, the elderly, children, and youth" (para 184).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: MARR-LAW-1

"The Personal Status Courts [in Saudi Arabia] consider marriage requests for those who do not have a guardian, and for those who have guardians, but whose guardians prevent them from getting married. Preventing a woman from marriage is prohibited, as well as Forcing a woman to marry someone with whom she disagrees. 'Alshighar', which is the agreement of two men to marry the women under their guardianship, is prohibited, too. Forcing a woman to marry someone with whom she does not agree, and forbidding her from marrying someone who meets the recognized conditions, is impermissible and forbidden according to Shari'a. Forcing a woman to marry someone whom she does not...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: MARR-LAW-4

"Woman's maintenance has priority over other debts of a man [ in Saudi Arabia]" (para 52). This information shows the law empowers Saudi women by ensuring that their financial support (maintenance or alimony) is legally prioritized (MR-CODER COMMENT).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: SAB-LAW-1

"When a working woman returns to work after maternity leave, for the purpose of breastfeeding her child, it is permissible to take breaks in the aggregate that do not exceed one hour per day, in addition to the rest periods granted to all workers, and this period is calculated from the actual working hours, and it does not result in a reduction in wages" (para 74).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: SAB-PRACTICE-1

"...National Program to Support Breastfeeding: This program aims to encourage mothers to practice breastfeeding and provide support and education about its importance for the health of both mother and child" (para 19).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: SEGI-PRACTICE-1

"The MoJ has organized legal culture fairs to raise women's awareness of their rights" (para 54).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: SRACE-LAW-1

"Based on Saudi Arabia's commitment to enhance women's role in development, the education sector in Saudi Arabia has witnessed quality initiatives to support women, including the establishment of specialized University campuses for women, such as: Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, the largest women's university in the world. University campuses of Imam Muhammad bin Saud University and King Saud University, which provide a comprehensive educational environment for female students" (para 11). This information, though a practice, indicates a fundamental law in the country, and that is the limitation Saudi women have in terms of which university to attend for continued education. With the exception of one campus that allows both male...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LBHO-PRACTICE-1

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been keen to enhance women's roles in leadership positions and support their participation in the labor market, thus achieving balance between men and women and improving their efficiency in decision-making positions" (para 83). "Women's Leadership Empowerment Project: This Project supports women in assuming leadership positions and strengthens their role in decision-making centers" (para 84). "National Women's Leadership Platform (Qiyadiyat): this platform highlights female competencies and enhances their presence across various sectors" (para 88).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: CRPLB-PRACTICE-1

"On-Site Childcare Project: This Project supports working mothers by providing a more accommodating work environment" (para 87). "Pregnant women in Saudi Arabia have the full right to choose where to follow up on their pregnancy and delivery, whether in public or private hospitals, with the state ensuring all their rights" (para 114). "Health Status Awareness: The right to receive accurate and updated information about their pregnancy status, including the expected delivery date. Birth Options Awareness: Pre-awareness of the expected method of delivery, whether natural, cesarean, or assisted techniques, to ensure informed decision-making" (para 115-116). ". Decision-Making Independence: Cesarean sections are only performed after obtaining the woman’s personal consent, without the...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ATDW-PRACTICE-3

"The (Daam) Association for the Care of Widows and Divorced Women was established in the Makkah Province under license number 1049. It aims to provide integrated services for this segment of society. The Association seeks to meet their needs, including: Providing psychological, legal, and social counseling. Providing suitable housing. Providing financial and in-kind support. The Association's role is not limited to providing immediate support but extends to empowering widows and divorced women through: Qualifying them with marketable skills. Providing training and professional development opportunities. Cooperating with relevant sectors to employ them" (para 103). This information demonstrates a societal shift toward supporting, rather than stigmatizing, divorced and widowed women by integrating...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ATDW-PRACTICE-1

"The (Daam) Association for the Care of Widows and Divorced Women was established in the Makkah Province under license number 1049. It aims to provide integrated services for this segment of society. The Association seeks to meet their needs, including: Providing psychological, legal, and social counseling. Providing suitable housing. Providing financial and in-kind support. The Association's role is not limited to providing immediate support but extends to empowering widows and divorced women through: Qualifying them with marketable skills.Providing training and professional development opportunities. Cooperating with relevant sectors to employ them" (para 103). This paragraph describes a state-licensed association that provides psychological, legal, housing, and financial support for widows and divorced...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ATDW-LAW-1

"An Alimony Fund has been established to provide maintenance for the mother and children [in Saudi Arabia] during litigation" (para 43).
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ASR-PRACTICE-1

"The Ministry of Justice continues its efforts to empower women in the legal field by enhancing the role of Saudi female lawyers and increasing their participation in the justice system. These efforts include expanding the scope of licenses granted to female lawyers and launching specialized training programs to develop their skills, which contribute to facilitating their tasks and enhancing their efficiency in pleading and handling cases. The ministry also provides a range of digital services for lawyers through the Najiz Portal, which includes: Requesting or renewing a lawyer's license. Updating the lawyer's data. Managing trainees under the lawyer. Inquiring about practicing lawyers. Requesting a training certificate or transferring a trainee...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ASR-LAW-1

"The Laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia guarantee the right to free education for all citizens, without any discrimination, based on a deep belief in the role of education and training in achieving sustainable development and promoting human rights. Supportive Legislation for Equality in Education: The Law stipulates that the state is committed to provide public education and combating illiteracy, ensuring that education reaches all segments of society. The general education policy affirms the free education of all types and stages, linking it to national development plans, thereby promoting integration between men and women in the development and construction journey. The Saudi educational system is based on the principle...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1

"In Saudi Arabia, abortion is generally illegal except in specific circumstances. It is permitted if the pregnancy poses a threat to the physical or mental health of the mother and the fetus is less than 120 days old, subject to the approval of two specialized physicians" (para 124). "This procedure [abortion] must be confirmed by a medical committee formed according to the conditions outlined in the implementing regulations of this system. The resolution of the Council of Senior Scholars outlines the following conditions: Abortion is prohibited at any stage of pregnancy except in exceptional cases with specific legal justifications. During the first forty days of pregnancy, abortion is permissible if...more
Nov. 26, 2025, 8:16 p.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: ACR-PRACTICE-1

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia places significant importance on the issue of fertility and couples’ desires to achieve it, making substantial efforts to provide appropriate therapeutic solutions for cases of infertility. A system for fertility units, embryos, and infertility treatment has been established to ensure these services are provided safely, fairly, and in line with Islamic teachings. Saudi Arabia also offers specialized centers for treating infertility in both men and women, in the public and private sectors, to ensure access to comprehensive healthcare" (para 122).