KSU First Female Scouting Team

On the 26th of Sep 2021, during the 91st National Day Ceremony, his Excellency Prof. Badran A. Al-Omar, President of King Saud University, inaugurated the first female scouting team which includes 12 members, in the presence of the Vice-President for Female Student Affairs, Prof. Ghada bint Abdul-Aziz bin Saif, and Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Ali Al-Dalbahi.

Scouting is one of the student activities in the Deanship of Student Affairs at the university and an accredited member of the Saudi Arabian Scouts. Scout is composed of youth ranging in age from 18 to 25 years old, and draws its principles and values from the Islamic religion and its provisions.

The scout motto is (public service and community development) which aims to achieve scouting principles, contribute to the service and development of society, strengthen the principle of cooperation, develop talents and intellectual and scientific capabilities. Also, to satisfy psychological and social needs, and qualify scouts to take responsibility and make decisions. Their mission is to build distinguished leaders who contribute to the development of society through action learning in a developmental and supportive environment.

Over 30 years, the King Saud University scout has been involved in serving pilgrims and other volunteer programs at local and international levels such as; environmental camps, Umrah service camps, Hajj public service camps, training and preparatory camps.

The Director of Scout Team, Ms. Arwa Al-Quarini, said: “I am very happy with the inauguration of the KSU's female scout team, and I am confident that this team will serve the religion and the country, and that this inauguration is just the first step towards more successes to become one of the leading teams in this field. It is also an honor that this inauguration coincides with the celebration of the 91st National Day of my dear Kingdom.”

The student, Amal Al-Shehri, stated: "I am very proud of my participation in the celebration of National Day alongside the Director of King Saud University, Prof. Dr. Badran bin Abdul-Rahman Al-Omar, and I thank the female scout team for their efforts on this day."

The coach of the scout team, Smaher Al-Shehri, said: "I am very happy to be a member of the first female scout team at King Saud University, and we will strive to be the best female scout team. It was also my pride to be their coach and to attend the training and inauguration ceremony with them”.

In conclusion, the inauguration of the female scout team is a first step to empower female students in the volunteering field, highlight their role in society, and enhance their capabilities. We hope to see more steps to raise volunteer awareness among male and female students to serve the university and society in general.

To apply for the scout team, visit building 27B-first floor; registration will be open for students throughout the academic year.