Nassim Danaoui appointed Regional Director of the Arab Support Centre
Nassim Mohamad Samir Danaoui from Lebanon has been appointed as the new Regional Director of the Arab Support Centre and Secretary General of the Arab Scout Organization. The appointment was made by World Scouting's Secretary General, David Berg, in agreement with the Arab Scout Committee, and follows a competitive recruitment process that attracted candidates from across the Arab Region and internationally.
Nassim brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in Scouting at the national, regional, and international levels, alongside professional expertise in education, youth development, organisational management, and institutional leadership.
Between 2019 and 2022, Nassim served as Youth Programme Director with the World Scout Bureau's Arab Support Centre in Cairo, Egypt. In this role, he worked closely with National Scout Organizations (NSOs) across the Arab Scout Region to support the implementation of educational programmes, curriculum development, and regional initiatives. He oversaw programmes and policies related to education, diversity and inclusion, spiritual development, and youth engagement. He also contributed to the development of educational resources for Scouting, strengthened youth leadership and the Youth Advisor system in the Region, and led projects in collaboration with United Nations agencies and other international partners.
Most recently, he served as Project Coordinator for the Tripoli Disaster and Crisis Management Unit, implemented by Tripoli Municipality in partnership with UNDP, where he led emergency response and humanitarian relief operations, coordinating efforts between municipal authorities, international partners, and local non-governmental organisations. Prior to joining World Scouting, Nassim was as a Consultant and Project Director with AZM Group, working with the Office of the Prime Minister in Lebanon, on education, media, and public relations initiatives.
“Nassim’s extensive experience in youth development, educational programmes, and strategic leadership, combined with his deep understanding of Scouting in the Arab Region, makes him well-positioned to lead the strategic direction of the Arab Support Centre and strengthen support to NSOs across the Arab Region,” said David Berg.
“I am pleased with the comprehensive recruitment process that led to this appointment and am confident that Nassim has the right leadership skills to set a new direction forward for Arab Scout Region,” said Saiid Maaliki, Chairperson of the Arab Scout Committee. “Together with the Arab Scout Committee, we look forward to working closely with Nassim in the years ahead to strengthen unity across the Region and advance our shared vision for Scouting. I would also like to thank Hany Abdulmonem for his dedicated leadership and contributions over many years.”
In response to the appointment, Nassim remarked: "I am honoured and excited to take on this responsibility and to serve World Scouting once again. I strongly believe that a more united, connected and stable Arab Scout Region is essential to creating a lasting impact on the education and development of young people.”
"Our responsibility goes beyond strengthening Scouting organisations - it is about empowering young people, amplifying their voices, expanding their influence, and creating meaningful opportunities for their engagement and active contribution to their communities. I look forward to working together with NSOs, the Arab Scout Committee, and the World Scout Bureau to turn this shared vision into meaningful action."
Nassim will succeed Hany Abdulmonem, who will support a handover to Nassim in the coming weeks and step down on 30 November. Nassim will start his role as Regional Director of the Arab Support Centre and Secretary General of the Arab Scout Organization on 1 December, working closely with the Arab Scout Committee and World Scouting's senior leadership to strengthen support to NSOs and advance the impact of Scouting for young people across the Arab Region.