Hala bint Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri was appointed ministerial president of the Saudi Human Rights Commission by King Salman on Thursday.
Awwad Alawwad, who was the Family Affairs Council’s previous secretary general, is replaced by Al-Tuwaijri, a Royal Court adviser.
Al-Tuwaijri told Arab News that she appreciated the confidence shown in her and that she would take advantage of the chance to support the country.
“My career has been crowned and honored by this great country and our wise leadership, who celebrated women, elevated their status, and paved the way for their advancement,” she said.
On her new role, Al-Tuwaijri said: “Saudi Arabia has made great and honorable strides in the field of human rights, and the testimony of just countries and organizations is the best proof.” The Kingdom’s refusal to discriminate against illegal residents during the coronavirus pandemic was “the subject of admiration for many,” she said.
