Dear friends in Scouting,
We are pleased to share that Nassim Mohamad Samir Danaoui from Lebanon has been appointed by World Scouting’s Secretary General as the new Regional Director of the Arab Support Centre, and Secretary General of the Arab Scout Organization, in agreement with the Arab Scout Committee.
The appointment follows a competitive selection process that attracted candidates from across the Arab Region and around the world. The final recommendation was endorsed by a hiring panel comprising members of the Arab Scout Committee and the senior leadership of the World Scout Bureau.
Nassim brings more than two decades of strategic leadership and experience in Scouting at national, regional, and international levels, as well as professional expertise in education, youth development, and organisational management.
Nassim previously served as Youth Programme Director with the World Scout Bureau’s Arab Support Centre in Cairo, Egypt from 2019 to 2022, where he worked with National Scout Organizations across the Arab Scout Region to support the implementation of education programmes, curriculum development, and regional initiatives. During his time with World Scouting, he oversaw programmes and policies related to educational programmes, diversity and inclusion, spiritual development, and youth engagement. He also contributed to the development of Scouting educational resources, strengthened youth leadership and the Youth Advisor system in the Region, and led projects in collaboration with United Nations agencies and other international partners.
Nassim most recently worked as a Project Coordinator for the Tripoli Disaster and Crisis Management Unit, implemented by Tripoli Municipality in partnership with UNDP, leading emergency response and humanitarian relief operations between municipal authorities, international partners, and local non-governmental organisations.
Prior to joining World Scouting, Nassim served as a Consultant and Project Director for AZM Group working with the Office of the Prime Minister in Lebanon, Nassim contributed to projects in the fields of education, media and public relations, while also working with other government institutions and private-sector organisations. These experiences have given him a strong understanding of institutional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the importance of building partnerships across different sectors.
During the recruitment process, Nassim underscored his commitment to building a united, connected, and stable Arab Scout Region. He also highlighted the importance of working closely and strengthening support to NSOs, and creating meaningful opportunities for young people to learn and be actively engaged in serving their communities.
We are confident that Nassim will build on the strong foundation and lasting contributions of Hany Abdulmonem, while helping shape the future direction of Scouting in the Arab Region.
Please join us in welcoming Nassim ([email protected]) as the new Regional Director of the Arab Scout Centre and Secretary General of the Arab Scout Organization. A transition period will take place in the coming weeks between Hany and Nassim, with Nassim beginning his role on 1 December 2026.
David Berg Saiid Maaliki
Secretary General Chairperson
World Scouting Arab Scout Committee