مشاركون في ندوة «التواصل الحضاري»: الحج يعكس الرسالة الإنسانية والتعايش

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The participants in the seminar organized by the King Abdulaziz Center for National Dialogue at the Chamber of Commerce in Mecca recently, titled (Cultural Communication: The Language of Peoples and a Bridge of Understanding Between Cultures), confirmed that the Hajj season reflects the humanitarian message and civilizational coexistence among the peoples of the world.

Assistant Professor of Digital Media at Umm Al-Qura University stated that modern media has significantly contributed to conveying the image of cultural diversity and civilizational coexistence during Hajj through comprehensive and diverse coverage that highlights the presence of millions of pilgrims from various nationalities. Meanwhile, Dr. Wafa Mahdar, Associate Professor of Educational Administration and Planning at Umm Al-Qura University, noted that cultural communication is important in a world where cultures are diverse and languages vary, as it helps build bridges of understanding and closeness between peoples.

Ali Banduqji (Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Hajj Services Company) pointed out that the experience of Hajj represents a global practical model for coexistence and understanding among different nationalities, reflecting the noble humanitarian message of this great pillar of Islam.

The meeting, moderated by colleague Badr Al-Huwail, addressed several key topics, including: the deep concept of cultural communication and its importance in building bridges of understanding, showcasing inspiring success stories in cultural communication, as well as the pivotal role of digital media in bridging viewpoints and enhancing effective communication. It was also emphasized that the values of tolerance and mutual respect are fundamental pillars for any constructive civilizational interaction.