In a step to develop Saudi Arabia’s hobbies sector, the Quality of Life Program’s Center on Tuesday launched a pilot version of the “Hawi” online platform.

Hawi has been created for the Saudi Amateur Clubs Association to raise awareness on the importance of hobbies, and to encourage creativity and social activities.

The platform aims to boost communication among those who share the same interests and ensure the operational and financial support for amateurs.

Director of the association Najlaa Al-Ajmi said the platform will promote positive lifestyles and improve the quality of life in the Kingdom.

“The platform has been developed to establish communities that share the same interests under an official umbrella, making it easier for clubs to establish their teams and register members,” she added.

She said that the platform has many benefits including “promoting healthy lifestyles, establishing balance between work and social life and allowing amateurs to practice their hobbies in an adequate environment, with people who share the same passion.”

Hawi allows people to establish and register amateur clubs, manage members and their activities, define the regulations of the sector, reserve facilities and organize training courses. It also encourages amateurs to practice their hobbies by finding the proper facilities for their role.

The platform will support symposiums and lectures related to hobbies in the Kingdom and abroad.

Hawi’s board of directors comprises representatives of 11 governmental authorities under the supervision of the Quality of Life program, the supervisory authority for hobbies in the Kingdom.