The Scout Training Project for Female University Leaders Concludes Its First and Second Phases
The foundational study of the Scout Training Project at King Khalid University concluded on Monday evening, February 27, 2024. The project was organized by the university, represented by the Deanship of Student Affairs, and was held in partnership with the Asir Development Authority, the Alwaleed Foundation for Humanity, and the Saudi Arabian Scout Association. The project took place over five days, from February 15 to 19, 2024, at the University City in Al-Fara’a.
The first phase of the project, a three-day preliminary study, was held in September 2023. The foundation study, which followed the preliminary study, aimed to develop the scouting skills of female leaders and qualify them to lead Scout troops. The study was attended by 24 female leaders from the university and the Asir Region Education Department, and was led by a team of trainers from Saudi Arabia and Oman.
The foundational study included theoretical and practical components. The theoretical part included lectures and discussions on a variety of topics, including:
- Scout history and traditions
- Leadership skills
- Camping and outdoor skills
- First aid
The practical components included workshops and field trips. The workshops focused on teaching the participants how to plan and implement various Scout activities. The field trips included a hike in the mountains of Al-Soudah, which aimed to help the participants develop their fitness, learn about wilderness survival, and experience the benefits of hiking.
The study concluded with a session to discuss the participants' work and the challenges they faced during the study.
After six months from the completion of the first and second phases of the Scout Training Project, the advanced study for the wooden badge will begin. This is the final phase of the project, and it will lead to the activation of the Scout program at the university. This will be done by establishing and leading Scout troops for female students. The program will benefit from the Scout movement's unique experiences and practices to develop individuals and communities. The program will also be sustainable at the university through the continued training of female leaders and the recruitment of female students who are interested in participating in Scout troops.
