JEDDAH: A delegation of the Saudi Arabian Boy Scouts Association is restoring and maintaining the homes of poor families in rural areas of Peru, and providing adequate shelter to those in need.
The head of the delegation, Nasser Al-Aqeel, said the initiative is in line with efforts to promote community service and development.
Such initiatives help scouts “to acquire new skills and experiences that would enable them to hone the skills necessary to meet the requirements of partnership with other educational and social institutions,” he added.
The Saudis are among more than 2,000 scouts from 160 national associations worldwide participating in a meeting of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), hosted and organized by the Scout Association of Peru for people aged 18 to 25.
The event includes workshops on self-development, effective communication and financial intelligence, among other topics.
It also features courses on subjects such as photography, reforestation, agriculture and human rights, as well as traditional games.
Saudi scouts restoring homes in rural Peru
Saudi scouts restoring homes in rural Peru
- The event includes workshops on self-development, effective communication and financial intelligence, among other topics
Taif festival celebrates Saudi Arabia’s literary icons
- It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content
TAIF: A special section highlighting key Saudi literary figures forms part of the Writers and Readers Festival in Taif.
The area explores the lives of distinguished writers, poets, and authors who have shaped the Kingdom’s creative landscape, influencing literature, journalism, theater and intellectual thought.
It introduces visitors to the contributions of literary pioneers through accessible visual and narrative content, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday.
Organized by the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission, the festival runs until Jan. 15 and features 42 prominent publishing houses from Saudi Arabia and overseas, offering visitors the chance to explore the latest works in literature, philosophy and general knowledge.
Meanwhile, the festival’s interactive murals section engages visitors with openwork art panels, allowing them to contribute to the city’s features and identity.
The murals depict Taif’s natural and historical landmarks, including Al-Hada Mountain, the Taif rose gardens, and traditional Hijazi palaces. Others are inspired by Souq Okaz, a historic literary and commercial center linked to the region’s poetic heritage.
Designed by a visual artist, they blend folk-inspired elements with imaginative expression, creating a collaborative experience that celebrates the city’s beauty and brings art closer to the public.
