Abu dhabi: The 6th Arab Scout Youth Forum, organised by the Arab Scout Organisation in collaboration with the Emirates Scout Association, commenced today at Yas Conference Centre on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The Forum will run from 9th to 14th November, under the theme “Ready for the Digital Life. With Arab Scout Leadership.”
According to Emirates News Agency, the Forum gathers young Scouts aged 18 to 26 from 19 Arab countries to exchange experiences and shape the future of Arab Scouting through training in leadership, technology, and community engagement. It will also elect six Youth Advisors to represent youth voices on the Arab Scout Committee for 2026-2028.
Dr. Salem Abdulrahman Al Darmaki, Chairman of the Emirates Scout Association and Vice-Chairman of the Arab Scout Committee, stated that the UAE’s hosting of the Forum reflects its belief in empowering young people to lead the future, with specialised training programmes designed to blend technological knowledge, leadership, and social innovation.
The World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) acknowledged the partnership with the UAE and the Arab Scout Region, praising the country’s investment in youth and support for sustainable development.
Dr. Hany Abdel Monem, Secretary-General of the Arab Scout Organisation, described the Forum as a strategic platform shaping the future of Arab Scouting, focusing on digital transformation, governance, and youth participation.
Noor Al Hassani, Chair of the 6th Arab Scout Youth Forum, expressed pride in being the first Emirati and Gulf woman to hold the position, highlighting that her leadership reflects the UAE’s commitment to empowering young people and women on Arab and international platforms.
Organised with the support of several Abu Dhabi government entities, the Forum features a cultural programme including visits to teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival in Al Wathba. The Forum aims to bridge traditional Scouting values with the digital age, producing strategic recommendations to guide Arab Scouting’s transformation towards a sustainable, innovation-driven future.