Building stronger families: A resilience‐focused conceptual framework to family life education in Saudi Arabia

Abstract Objective To develop a culturally aligned family life education (FLE) framework that fosters family resilience within the context of Saudi Arabian society. Background Despite extensive global research on family resilience, there remains a notable gap in the Saudi Arabian context, where studies have predominantly focused on medical and psychiatric perspectives. Method Using a comprehensive review of existing literature, this study examines family resilience within the context of FLE. Sources include theoretical and empirical studies on family resilience, the current state of FLE in Saudi Arabia, and patterns of intervention and help‐seeking behaviors. The review informs FLE framework aimed at strengthening family resilience in the Saudi context. Results The results highlight key cultural and contextual factors essential for shaping effective FLE programs that support family resilience in Saudi Arabia. Conclusion This framework represents a novel synthesis of Islamic values and FLE approaches, offering a structured pathway to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of family resilience programs in Saudi Arabia and across the broader Arab and Middle East and North Africa regions. Implications The implications of this study include guiding the development of culturally responsive FLE programs and informing policymakers and practitioners on effective strategies to enhance family resilience in Saudi Arabia.