Aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 3 – Good Health and Well-Being, the M.E.S. Scouts & Guides Unit organised a Narcotics and Drugs Awareness Seminar to empower students with the knowledge to make informed choices, live healthy, and lead responsibly.
The event was graced by the presence of a distinguished delegation from the Qatar Scouts & Guides Association, comprising Mr Ahmed Khamis Al-Yousef, Scout Activities Consultant; Ms Muna Jumah Al Mansouri, Scout Activities Consultant; Ms Paramjeet Kaur Bhullar, Official Trainer and Coordinator for Expatriate Schools; Ms Sara Al-Sulthan, Scout Activities Consultant; and Ms Bothaina Al-Kuwari, Media Expert. Their presence added distinction to the programme and underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in promoting youth development and leadership.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Hameeda Kadar, the school Principal, commended the student leaders for their dedicated efforts towards peer education and their commitment to community welfare. She emphasised the enduring values of personal responsibility, community service and well-being, while reaffirming the school’s commitment to empowering students to make healthy and informed choices. The programme witnessed an impactful awareness video on the dangers of drug abuse, produced by Christiea S. Koshy (Grade 11), The awareness sessions were led by Aaron John Thomas (Grade 11), Mohammed Yasir (Grade 12)Akshay Tony (Grade 11), Jovitta Jabeesh(Grade 11) and Minha P. Anas (Grade 11); Vaishnav and Shan (Grade 10); Aisha Azeen (Grade 9); Maryam and Aman Askar (Grade 8); and Ummusalma (Grade 7), who delivered comprehensive presentations addressing substance classification, the physical and psychological consequences of drug abuse, the dynamics of addiction, and practical strategies for prevention which was followed by informative presentations by students from Grades 7 to 12. The sessions addressed substance classification, physical and psychological health hazards, addiction dynamics and preventive measures, equipping students with essential knowledge to make responsible choices.
The session concluded with an insightful synthesis by Khaleelu Rahman (Grade 11), followed by a solemn Drug Prevention Pledge led by Joy Alix (Grade 12) and Trilok Linu (Grade 11), reaffirming the students’ commitment to making informed, healthy and responsible choices. An official welcome address was rendered by Neha Farook (Gr. 12), while Christina Daniel (Grade 12) delivered a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the programme. The M.E.S. Scouts & Guides Unit coordinated the programme under the guidance of Guides In-Charge teachers, Mr Rajesh K. S, Ms Blessy Peter and Ms Mary Diana.