Monday

With each passing day, dialects, age, and cultural barriers gradually crumble and participants of the Arab Regional Conference become One hand with One voice!
The young women Media Team of the Conference
Monia ( Tunis ), Mai (Jordan), Vicky (Lebanon) and Noha (Egypt)

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First session

Deputy Nabila, member of the Tunisian parliament The day started with a reflection led by Sudan. This was then followed by a wonderful presentation by the keynote speaker Deputy Nabila Elkelal, member of the Tunisian parliament.

Nabila gave a presentation on the current situation of the Arab women. She call to action to freedom and how we should work together to improve the situation of our girls. By doing this, she said, we reach the equality for all human beings.

Nabila added that by working together and hearing the voice of the oppressed we will be able to build a better world.

Operational Plan 2009-2011

Micheline Antonian, Regional Director, presented the aim and objectives of the Operational Plan 2009 – 2011. She explained the main structure of it and the process used so far. Participants were then divided into 3 groups each group discussed one goal, decided on objectives and agreed on the most important activities to reach objectives and desired outcome.

In the afternoon the changes were presented and unanimously approved.

Our Conference is about to end. The election campaigns are at its peak and everybody is waiting for the elections. We work together hand in hand through the days to come up with an Operational Plan that meets the needs of the region and make our girls and young women voice louder and well heard through out the region to advocate the issues of their concern. My message to the new Committee is to listen to young women and give them access to decision-making positions for more shining and distinction ... Thank you ... Thank you for your distinction, ambition and perseverance ... All my best wishes,
Zeina Kfoury,Chairman Arab Committee

Third session

Jordan and Lebanon presented to the conference their bid to hold the next Arab Regional Conference.

It was then decided that the 19^th Arab Regional Conference will meet in Lebanon.

In the current triennium a big step forward has been the repositioning of the organization and also the new website for WAGGGS and the Arab micro site. The presentation recognized that the microsite is an excellent tool to help our daily work and to provide access to opportunities in the national, regional and world level.

left to right : Janis team leader Pax Lodge, Vicky delegate from lebanon and Maria Sol deputy manager our chalet The four World Centres were represented at the conferences by Janis Wittber and María Sol López Castro and they gave a presentation on the homes that Girl Guides and Girl Scouts have around the world. Inspiring and motivated to travel and help our young girls to take these chances…

Girls worldwide say “discover” our World Centres!

The four World Centres are located around the world – Our Cabaña in Mexico, Our Chalet in Switzerland, Pax Lodge in the UK and Sangam in India and they all provide an international experience like no other.

Girls and young women from around the globe can meet together to participate in seminars and events that include WAGGGS leadership, themes and initiatives; personal growth and development; cultural learning and understanding; fun and friendship all in a safe environment.

There are many opportunities waiting for YOU at a world centre. Don’t delay contact a world centre today to find out about our programs and what travel grants and scholarships are available
We look forward to welcoming YOU to a World Centre.
Janis Wittber, team leader Pax Lodge

The day concluded with the presentation of gifts to WAGGGS members, committee members and delegations in an intimate and sisterhood atmosphere.

After a long day of discussion and debate participants went to dinner at the Tunis Youth Center. Music, dance and traditional food were combined in a magnificent way.

Being together is always a good time to celebrate and recognize the wonderful effort that the volunteers give towards the girls and young members.

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