"NextGen TALKS" Faith in Action: Youth-led Projects Making a Difference #1

Episode 1 of 4: Scouts in Action: Building Bridges Through Interfaith Dialogue!
This isn’t just another webinar—it’s a conversation, and YOU are part of it!
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In celebration of World Interfaith Harmony Week, Join us for an exciting and interactive 30-minute session on how Lebanese Scouts are breaking barriers and building friendships across cultures and faiths. The Lebanese Scouting Federation, representing over 41 scout associations and 17 different religious and cultural backgrounds, has been leading the way in creating inclusive and diverse scouting experiences. We will hear about two initiatives implemented under the KAICIID Dialogue 360 programme, supporting young changemakers in fostering meaningful conversations and bridging divides:

In 2020 – "With Faith, We Are Stronger" brought young scouts together in a fun and dynamic summer club across four regions of Lebanon. Through engaging discussions, cultural exchanges, games, and interactive activities, scouts explored their shared values while celebrating their differences.

In 2023 – The Federation took it a step further! Noticing a gap in diversity policies, they launched a power-packed training programme to help scout leaders champion inclusion in their units. Now, this program is a permanent part of scout leadership training, giving young people the tools to embrace diversity and create real impact.

This is your chance to speak up, ask questions, and share your thoughts! Whether you're a scout, a leader, or just passionate about dialogue, we want to hear from you! Expect a live poll, interactive discussions, and open mic moments—because your voice matters!

This session is part of the brand-new Youth Series of Webinars, "NextGen Talks"—a four-episode journey into youth-driven dialogue and inclusion! If you’re inspired by this conversation, don’t miss the other three episodes, where we’ll explore further inspiring stories, impactful initiatives, and transformative ideas for creating real change.

Register through the "Sign up now" button on the right and join the "NextGen Talks" experience. The other three episodes are also available through the KAICIID webinar pages.

SPEAKERS

Amana Ahmad El Zoobi

A dedicated member of the Lebanese Scouts since 2017, Amana El Zoobi is passionate about community service, leadership, and youth empowerment. She has led scouting initiatives that bring young people together to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills, while also mentoring new scouts. Committed to inclusion, Amana has worked on projects supporting individuals with disabilities and plays a key role in media and event organization for the scouts.

Beyond scouting, Amana is set to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Translation and Interpretation in 2025, blending her love for languages with cultural exchange. Fluent in five languages, including French and Korean, she thrives on connecting with people across different backgrounds. With strengths in time management, creativity, and collaboration, Amana continues to inspire through her work—whether in scouting, language, or leadership.

MODERATOR(S)

Mohamed Arous

Mohamed Arous is a dynamic expert in capacity building, research, and social development, with a passion for youth engagement. He has worked on game-changing projects with organisations like the World Bank, the British Council, and the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund. His experience spans across countries from Tunisia to the UK, tackling big issues like governance, migration, crisis management, interreligious and intercultural dialogue. Mohamed is currently Senior Capacity Building Officer at KAICIID.

Mohamed co-chaired the USIP Global Youth Advisory Council (2021-2023), bringing young voices to the table on global issues. With a background in business communications, crisis response, and international policy, he’s all about creating real impact.

In this session, Mohamed brings his energy, insight, and a deep commitment to empowering young people.