QNA
Cairo
The 43rd World Scout Conference began on Saturday in Cairo, Egypt, with the participation of 178 national scout members of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM). A delegation from the Qatar Scouts & Guides Association (QSGA), led by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Chairperson of QSGA, HE Dr Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, is taking part in the week-long event.
Hosted by the Egyptian Federation for Scouts and Girl Guides, the conference aims to share knowledge among scout leaders hailing from a wide diversity of cultures and promote the spirit of cooperation and coexistence through crafting an integrated scientific programme that explores all aspects of scout movement.
The event features a range of workshops and symposia, as well as cultural, sporting and social activities. Additionally, the conference discusses an array of issues, including environmental sustainability and peace, in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in addition to paying tribute to critical contributions made by scout leaders and WOSM worldwide.
Speaking to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Commissioner General of QSGA, Jassim Muhammad Al Hardan, said the participation in this conference, in fact, offers a good opportunity to forge acquaintances and cooperation among the participating members in scout field globally.
He added that scout comes at the forefront of activities that aim to forge collaboration, share life experiences and unify nations’ vision toward numerous attitudes, in addition to performing a critical role in controlling disasters and mitigating their impacts, stressing that this area is an extremely crucial humanitarian field.
Dr Mehdi Ben Khelil, a member of the WOSM, emphasised in an interview with QNA that WOSM serves as a vital educational platform. It collaborates with national scout societies to offer a comprehensive pedagogical project designed to equip young people with crucial skills. This initiative helps them discover and develop their talents across various dimensions, including intellectual, spiritual, social, and physical aspects. The goal is to foster well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
