KUWAIT: The Scout Movement Conference commenced in Kuwait on Sunday under the patronage of Education Minister Jalal Al-Tabtabaei, with the participation of 200 Arab and international scouts. In his opening remarks, Chairman of the Kuwait Boy Scouts Association Dr Abdullah Al-Taraji noted that the conference coincides with the 70th anniversary of the association.
He lauded the political leadership, the Minister of Education, and all relevant parties for their continuous support of scouting in the country. The conference’s first session will focus on strategies to develop the Scout Movement, expand membership, and enhance youth empowerment.
The second session will address the Scouts’ contributions to sustainable development and their role in supporting the Palestinian project. The third session will explore the development of camps and scouting activities, as well as the importance of alternative and complementary medicine in treating injuries within the movement.
The event is organized in cooperation with the Arab Parliamentary Scout Union and the Arab Union of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides. During the opening ceremony, several prominent figures were honored for their efforts in advancing the scouting movement and promoting volunteerism and national values through diverse scouting programs. — KUNA
