38 female scout leaders qualified with the Wood Badge in Jazan
The Saudi Arabian Scouts Association, in cooperation with the Girls' Technical College in Jazan, concluded its advanced Wood Badge training course for Girl Scout leaders, with the participation of 38 leaders representing various scouting sectors across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This specialized training program is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of female leaders in the non-profit and volunteer sectors.
A national context that supports women's empowerment
This study is particularly important as it coincides with the significant progress the Kingdom is making in line with Vision 2030, which aims to reach one million male and female volunteers annually. Developing female leadership in the scouting field is a fundamental pillar for achieving this goal, as qualified female leaders contribute to establishing and managing scouting units capable of attracting girls and directing their energies towards community service and fostering national responsibility.
The Wood Badge is considered one of the most prestigious qualifications in scouting leadership worldwide, signifying a leader's complete skills and ability to train others and lead teams with high efficiency. The awarding of this qualification to 38 Saudi female leaders represents a significant addition to the human resources of the women's scouting movement, which has witnessed rapid growth in recent years.
A training program that integrates theory with practice
The intensive training program featured a dynamic learning experience that skillfully integrated theoretical and practical aspects to equip participants with modern leadership tools. The training sessions focused on providing leaders with systematic, scientific methods for planning and managing scouting units, as well as strategies for training girls and developing resources to ensure the sustainability of scouting activities.
The study also dealt in depth with modern leadership concepts and styles, and how to prepare theoretical research that serves the scouting movement and develops its curricula, thus ensuring that Saudi scouts keep pace with the latest global standards in scouting education.
Praise for the level of professionalism and partnership
Commenting on the study's outcomes, the study leader, Abdulrahman Al-Farshan, praised the high level of professionalism and commitment demonstrated by the participants throughout the training period. He anticipated that these training outcomes would have a direct and positive impact on the scouting movement and its performance across the Kingdom. Al-Farshan also commended the significant organizational efforts and logistical support provided by the Jazan Girls' Technical College in ensuring the success of this national event.
For her part, Khansaa Hakami, Dean of the Girls' Technical College in Jazan, stressed the importance of the strategic partnership between educational institutions and scouting associations in supporting national cadres and qualifying them for the voluntary and leadership labor market.
Sharing experiences and team spirit
In a speech delivered on behalf of her colleagues, Leader Jamila Al-Zayed explained that this gathering was not merely a training course, but a vital platform for exchanging valuable experiences among leaders from different regions, thus reinforcing the concepts of role modeling and responsible teamwork. The events concluded with an official ceremony that included a visual presentation of success stories and training phases, and the distribution of accredited certificates to the leaders, the support team, and partners in success, marking the beginning of a new phase of dedication in the field of scouting.
