ZADK at Expo 2025 Osaka — Celebrating Saudi Women Shaping the Future 

At Expo 2025 Osaka, the Saudi Pavilion hosted an inspiring session under the “Her Influence” series titled “Her Influence: Saudi Women Shaping the Future.” The event spotlighted the stories and successes of Saudi women whose achievements continue to make a lasting mark both locally and globally. 

Through engaging discussions, the session explored the vital role of Saudi women in driving progress across culture, diplomacy, innovation, and social development, underscoring their leadership in building a sustainable and forward-looking future for the Kingdom. 

Representing ZADK – The Saudi Culinary Arts Academy, Mrs. Rania Moualla, Founder and Chairwoman, joined the panel “Trailblazers: Saudi Women Shaping the Future.” Alongside anthropologist and cultural advisor Ghada Al-Muhanna and moderator Weam Al-Dakheel, Mrs. Moualla shared her inspiring journey in championing culinary education, sustainability, and youth empowerment. 

Her insights reflected how purpose-driven leadership and innovation can transform communities and empower generations. 

The discussion celebrated the strength, resilience, and ambition of Saudi women who continue to elevate the Kingdom’s global presence — paving the way toward Expo 2030 Riyadh and shaping a brighter future for all. 

Ms. Rania Moualla Receives an International Award from the Fair Saturday Foundation in Bilbao 
Bilbao, Spain – September 29, 2025 

The Fair Saturday Foundation, in its 8th annual awards ceremony, honored a number of global leaders who have made a significant social impact through culture and creativity. The event took place at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. 

Among this year’s honorees was Ms. Rania Moualla, Founder and Chairwoman of the ZADK Saudi Culinary Academy, recognized for her pioneering role in empowering Saudi youth, preserving national culinary heritage, and promoting sustainability through education and training in the culinary sector. 

This recognition highlights the vital role of culture and the arts in building more just and inclusive societies. It also celebrates the contributions of global pioneers, including Ms. Rania Moualla whose establishment of the first non-profit culinary academy in Saudi Arabia has created lasting positive change and new career opportunities for young men and women across the Kingdom. 

We are honored to celebrate our esteemed Chairman, Mrs. Rania Moualla, for her powerful presence and recognition in the Her Influence Exhibition held in Osaka, Japan.

Her remarkable leadership, vision, and unwavering dedication to empowerment were beautifully captured in this international platform that celebrates women shaping the future across cultures and industries.

Mrs. Rania’s participation is a reflection of ZADK’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and the advancement of women in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Congratulations, Mrs. Rania, for representing ZADK and Saudi women with grace and distinction. Your influence continues to inspire us all.

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ZADK Academy extends its acknowledgment to Mrs. Rania Moualla, Chairman of its Board, for her recent award as the philanthropic leader of the Year. This honor was awarded at the KSA Women’s Achievements Awards 2024, hosted by Arabian Business Magazine in Riyadh. The event gathered leading female leaders and catalysts for change from across the Kingdom.