Towards a Health-Promoting University and Enhanced Quality of Life

The Health-Promoting University Initiative (Taibah Health) is one of the strategic initiatives under the Campus Environment Program. It contributes to achieving the strategic objective of “Developing and Sustaining the Campus Environment” within Taibah University’s 2025–2030 Strategic Plan. The initiative aims to build a health-supportive university environment that promotes well-being, enhances quality of life, increases productivity, strengthens institutional belonging, and fosters sustainable healthy practices among all members of the university community.

The initiative is founded on integrating health promotion principles across all aspects of the university environment through the development of health-supportive policies and practices, the promotion of health awareness and positive behaviors, and the provision of an educational and workplace environment that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles. Its scope encompasses physical, mental, social, and environmental well-being.

The initiative also leverages education, scientific research, university services, extracurricular activities, and community partnerships to advance health and quality of life. It aligns with the objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030 and the Quality of Life Program, while reinforcing Taibah University’s position as a leading national model in adopting and advancing the Health-Promoting University concept.
 

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Vision

To position Taibah University as a leading national model for Health-Promoting Universities and Quality of Life.

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Mission

To contribute to building a health-supportive university environment through sustainable initiatives and partnerships that promote well-being and enhance the quality of life for all members of the university community.

Objectives

  • Contribute to achieving the strategic objective of “Developing and Sustaining the Campus Environment” through the implementation of the Health-Promoting University concept.
  • Promote the health, well-being, and quality of life of the university community, fostering a more productive and sustainable learning and working environment.
  • Develop a healthy, safe, and sustainable campus environment that supports learning, work, and active engagement.
  • Foster a culture of health and prevention by promoting health awareness and encouraging positive health behaviors.
  • Achieve the standards and requirements of Health-Promoting Universities while strengthening institutional excellence in health and quality of life.

Health-Promoting University Journey

  • Joining the program.
  • Forming working teams and committees.
  • Preparing the implementation plan.
  • Collecting evidence and supporting documents.
  • Implementing health initiatives.
  • Completing the self-assessment.
  • Fulfilling sustainability requirements.
  • Applying for accreditation.

Program Tracks

General Track

Enhancing governance, policies, leadership, partnerships, and planning that support health

University Environment

Developing a safe, healthy, and sustainable university environment

Healthy Lifestyle

Promoting healthy eating, physical activity, and tobacco control

Improving Health and Health Services

Developing health services, mental health, prevention programs, and awareness initiatives

Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Enhancing the University’s readiness to respond to emergencies and manage risks

Community Engagement and Sustainability

Promoting social responsibility and institutional sustainability

Strategic Initiatives

Healthy University Environment

Creating a safe and sustainable university environment that promotes health and quality of life

Mental Health and Quality of Life

Psychological support, counseling programs, and quality of life enhancement

Tobacco Control and Promotion of Healthy Behaviors

Awareness, prevention, and smoking cessation

Health Services and Awareness

Developing health services and implementing awareness campaigns

Occupational Safety and Health

Promoting a culture of safety, prevention, and risk management