In a pioneering step aimed at enhancing the status of the Arabic language and supporting the quality of scientific and intellectual output, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University announced the launch of the “House of Expertise for Linguistic Editing” project. This ambitious initiative targets faculty members, researchers, academic and administrative staff, as well as all those interested in creating scientific and intellectual content, both within and outside the university.
General context and importance of the initiative
The launch of this project comes at a crucial time, as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia undergoes a massive knowledge and digital transformation in line with the goals of Vision 2030, which emphasizes the importance of preserving national identity and the Arabic language. With the exponential expansion in digital and academic content production, the need has become critical for specialized entities to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the language, thereby enhancing the credibility and value of the content. Saudi universities play a pivotal role in this area, not only as educational institutions but also as centers of cultural and intellectual influence that contribute to the protection and development of the Arabic language.
Project objectives and integrated services
The “House of Expertise for Linguistic Editing” project is a specialized knowledge initiative that provides a comprehensive suite of professional services, including linguistic editing, scholarly editing, and stylistic review of media and academic content. The project primarily aims to enhance the quality of written Arabic discourse and promote the accuracy and integrity of the Arabic language in institutional and academic output. Its services include the following:
- Linguistic and grammatical editing: Reviewing texts to ensure they are free of spelling and grammatical errors.
- Scientific editing: Improving the wording of scientific research papers and theses linguistically and stylistically.
- Content creation: Developing professional strategic content that enhances the corporate image.
- Linguistic consulting: Providing specialized consultations to individuals and institutions.
- Training programs: Organizing workshops and specialized courses in writing and editing skills.
The project also allows for the use of its services virtually, making them more accessible to a wider range of beneficiaries inside and outside the Kingdom.
Expected impact at the local and regional levels
The project is expected to have a tangible positive impact, contributing to the advancement of scientific research by ensuring the quality of research published in Arabic. At the institutional level, it will help governmental and private entities build a strong linguistic identity and communicate their messages clearly and effectively. The project also provides training and practical opportunities for female students in the Arabic language department, enhancing the quality of their research output and preparing them for the job market.
In this context, Dr. Fatima Al Qubaisi, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, explained that “the project comes at a time when the content industry is experiencing rapid growth and increasing demand for professional, error-free content.” She added that the project “contributes to raising the quality of written Arabic discourse, enhancing media credibility, and supporting digital transformation through professional content, thus serving the goals of the knowledge economy.”.
The launch of the “House of Expertise for Linguistic Editing” comes within the framework of the university’s keenness to develop its scientific and academic outputs, in line with the objectives of its strategic plan aimed at achieving excellence in education and learning, enhancing the research and innovation system, and producing sound scientific content that serves society and contributes to achieving sustainable development.
