Gabon's Islamic Council Participates in Saudi Arabia's Hajj Training Program

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia recently launched a training program in Jeddah for members of pilgrimage affairs offices and group leaders. The program, which runs from November 6 to 11, is part of the 6th edition of the Hajj Forum and Exhibition. Gabon's Council Superior of Islamic Affairs (CSAIG) is participating in the program, which aims to develop leadership skills and operational competencies of participants. The training program consists of 11 modules that focus on various aspects of Hajj organization.

The training program covers a range of topics, including transportation, pilgrim flow management, preparation and anticipation, accommodation, catering, services at holy sites, customer service, and effective communication. The program also focuses on health, media, and group leadership. The CSAIG's participation in the program is part of its efforts to strengthen the capacities of its officials involved in organizing the Hajj and improve the services provided to Gabonese pilgrims.

The program aims to enhance the participants' knowledge of key aspects related to Hajj organization and prepare them to accompany pilgrims during the Hajj season. A preparatory meeting was held on November 5 to review the educational content, coordinate the roles of trainers, and harmonize training and evaluation methods. The program also includes uniform evaluation tools to measure participants' level of preparation and competencies.

The 6th edition of the Hajj Forum and Exhibition is being held under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The event is organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in collaboration with the Program of Services for the Guests of Allah, one of the programs under Saudi Vision 2030. The CSAIG's participation in the program is part of its efforts to strengthen the capacities of its officials involved in organizing the Hajj.

The training program includes a device for transferring knowledge based on the Training of Trainers (ToT) model. This model aims to perpetuate capacity building and extend the benefits of the training within the pilgrimage affairs offices. The program also provides tools for evaluating the impact of the training and measuring participants' competencies.

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has taken several initiatives to improve the services provided to pilgrims. The ministry has been working to enhance the overall experience of pilgrims and provide them with high-quality services. The training program is part of these efforts, which aim to improve the organization of the Hajj and provide better services to pilgrims.

The participation of the CSAIG in the training program reflects its commitment to improving the services provided to Gabonese pilgrims. The council is working to strengthen the capacities of its officials involved in organizing the Hajj and improve the overall experience of Gabonese pilgrims. The training program is an important step in this direction, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the organization of the Hajj.

Key points

• The Council Superior of Islamic Affairs of Gabon (CSAIG) participates in Saudi Arabia's training program for Hajj organization.