His Excellency Prof. Abdullah bin Omar Bafail, President of Umm Al-Qura University, in his office today, Sunday, launched the initiative, ‘Happiness and Positivity’, organized by the UQU Vice Presidency to improve and develop its work environment and create a positive atmosphere that stimulates employees to creativity and excellence. The initiative was launched in the presence of the UQU Vice President, Prof. Farid Al-Ghamdi.

UQU Vice President, Prof.  Farid Al-Ghamdi, stated that the initiative comes in line with the Quality of Life program, which is part of the Saudi Vision 2030 programs. He stressed the importance of fine-tuning and improving the work environment, referring to its impact on developing capabilities and the performance of human resources, on stimulating creative thinking among employees, and on raising the quality and productivity of the academic and administrative staff at the university.

He added that the initiative aims to achieve job satisfaction, enhance employee affiliation with the work environment and stimulate them to develop and innovate, and raise the level of positive competition. This is in addition to enhancing communication in the university community, and increasing the efficiency and productivity of employees.

It is worth noting that the initiative organizers will hold promotional murals and fine art paintings, and contribute to improving the general appearance of the work environment with ornamental plants. Moreover, it will support the distinguished employees and encourage competition by organizing an award for the ideal employee and the ideal department. This is in an effort to enhance the positive spirit through motivational communication messages.