A team of university graduates has introduced BenevolCare, an AI-powered healthcare and education system designed to support children affected by war in Syria. The project was presented at the 4th Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum during the “Artificial Intelligence in Humanitarian Relief” hackathon, organized by KSrelief and Alfaisal University.
How BenevolCare Works
BenevolCare leverages artificial intelligence to provide:
✔ Automated health assessments for students
✔ Mental health support for war-affected children
✔ AI-powered vocational training to prepare students for sustainable careers
The system integrates data-driven insights to enable early intervention, personalized support, and better long-term health outcomes.
The Inspiration Behind BenevolCare
The project was inspired by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria, where many children lack access to healthcare and education due to years of conflict.
“Artificial intelligence will allow us to fill the gap in the healthcare and education system in Syria,” said Sham Osama, an engineering graduate from Prince Muqren University and one of the designers behind BenevolCare.
“We wanted to create a device that uses AI that can be used in any school … and help students complete their learning experience in a healthy environment.”
AI in Humanitarian Efforts
The BenevolCare project aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader mission to integrate artificial intelligence into humanitarian relief efforts.
“Data-driven insights allow for early intervention, personalized support, and better long-term health outcomes,” said Mayas Alnan, a pharmacy graduate from Alfaisal University, who worked on the medical elements of the project.
Saudi Arabia, through KSrelief, has been a major player in global humanitarian aid, implementing 2,670 projects across 95 countries since 2015. With over $6.5 billion in humanitarian investments, KSrelief focuses on food security, health, education, and emergency relief.
Major Beneficiaries of KSrelief Aid
Yemen – $4.3 billion
Syria – $391 million
Palestine – $370 million
Somalia – $227 million
During the two-day humanitarian forum, KSrelief is expected to sign multiple agreements with UN agencies and international organizations, further strengthening its global relief efforts.
The Future of AI in Humanitarian Work
The success of BenevolCare highlights how AI can revolutionize humanitarian aid, particularly in conflict-affected areas. With AI-driven solutions like predictive health monitoring and personalized education tools, humanitarian organizations can improve the lives of vulnerable populations more efficiently.
As Saudi Arabia continues to lead AI-driven humanitarian projects, innovations like BenevolCare could serve as blueprints for future global aid initiatives, ensuring that education and healthcare remain accessible even in the most challenging conditions.
