On September 26, 2026, Tunisian Family Minister Asma Gabli attended the annual scouting event in Tunis, where she highlighted the significance of continuing the scouting organization's efforts in supporting awareness initiatives for children and families. The minister emphasized the importance of developing life skills and promoting a culture of prevention, particularly in areas that require such initiatives.
During her speech, Minister Gabli stated that the Ministry of Family, Women, Childhood, and Elderly Affairs believes that building Tunisia starts with investing in its children and youth. She expressed her confidence in the Tunisian Scouting organization as a national partner in implementing public policies and programs related to childhood, family, youth, education, and volunteer work.
The minister also emphasized the Ministry's commitment to strengthening partnership and cooperation areas with the Tunisian Scouting organization, focusing on national priorities such as protecting childhood, supporting family capacities, and preventing risky behaviors. These priorities also include promoting digital safety for children, combating bullying and violence, and encouraging participation, citizenship, and volunteerism.
Minister Gabli stressed that Tunisia relies on its human resources, institutions, and national organizations to build and develop the country. She expressed her conviction that collaborative work will increase the country's strength and effectiveness, as the common denominator that unites its vital forces is Tunisia and its children and youth.
On this occasion, the General Leadership of the Tunisian Scouting organization honored Minister Asma Gabli for her efforts and contributions to supporting the organization's activities and programs. The minister also supervised a ceremony where scouts who obtained the first rank in the Arab Scouting Competition for the Arab Youth Award were honored.
The event was attended by Mohammed Ali Khayari, the General Commander of the Tunisian Scouting organization, Michel Lubisho, representative of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Tunisia, and Rima Fiala, head of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) office in Tunisia. The ceremony included members of the General Leadership, leaders, and scouts.
The annual scouting event aimed to promote the values of scouting and volunteerism among young people, while also recognizing the efforts of scouts and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and achievement in their activities. The event concluded with a renewed emphasis on the importance of collaboration between the Ministry and the Tunisian Scouting organization in promoting the well-being and development of children and youth in Tunisia.
Key points
- The Tunisian Family Minister emphasized the importance of investing in children and youth to build a stronger Tunisia.
- The Ministry of Family, Women, Childhood, and Elderly Affairs is committed to strengthening partnership and cooperation with the Tunisian Scouting organization.
- The annual scouting event recognized the efforts of scouts and leaders who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and achievement in their activities.
