Euro-Arab Meeting

This is the 8th in the series of Euro-Arab meetings which have developed from being institutional meetings between the Arab and European Regions of WOSM more to be a real sharing of experiences, knowledge and projects between both Regions.

Aims and Content

To continue the building of relationships between associations of both regions particularly in the field of
youth actions and exchanges, sharing good practices and developing new initiatives.

The theme of the event is “Simply Scouting – Arab-Europe Dialogue and Understanding”
Objectives are:

Share information of funding opportunities
Develop advice on youth exchanges
Develop new projects involving a number of associations
Share experiences of adult training
Review the ourcomes of the 6th Euro-Arab Meeting and prepare for the 8th Meeting

Priority Areas

Youth Programme
Adult Resources
External Relations
Funding
Scouting’s Profile

Suggested follow up by participants and their associations
Development of more local initiatives to link young people nd volunteers.

Participants Profile
Participants should be:

Members of the national or international teams of their associations interested in strengthening relationships
and partnerships between the Arab and European egions and developing new and existing projects.
Able to communicate in English and/or French and of Arabic.

Venue

Kristianstad, Sweden
Accommodation will be in shared bedrooms

Dates

6-10 May 2009

Transport Hubs

Airport: Copenhagen, Denmark and then directly by train to Kristianstad, Sweden.

Costs

Participation Fee EUR 150
Travel at participants’ expense.

Information

If you are interested in attending but would like to know more before applying, please contact