Islamic Affairs Ministry Launches 'Educational Bus' Program for Youth

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs launched today, Monday, the “Educational Bus and Instilling Islamic Values” program, implemented by the Ministry’s Rehabilitation and Evaluation Department in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. This initiative is part of the Islamic Affairs Ministry’s efforts to consolidate Islamic values, spread religious and cultural awareness, and foster positive behavior among youth through educational initiatives that contribute to building a generation capable of making positive contributions to the service of its society and country.

Dr. Sulaiman Al-Suwailim, Deputy Minister of Islamic Affairs, said in a statement on this occasion that the Ministry is keen on integrating efforts among state institutions and unifying educational and awareness initiatives in raising children, noting that Islamic values are morals that youth should embody and behaviors practiced in daily life.

Al-Suwailim emphasized the continuous work to ensure the program contributes to enhancing knowledge and values among students, improving their behavior, reinforcing respect for others and a sense of responsibility, thereby supporting the development of a balanced personality qualified to contribute to serving society and the nation.

He clarified that the “Educational Bus” program covers religious, educational, psychological, social, and digital topics aimed at consolidating Islamic values and noble ethics, fostering positive behavior among students, and enhancing their awareness of issues affecting their daily lives through interactive activities and lectures that address their needs and link values and concepts to real-life situations.

He noted that the program is an extension of the field educational tours conducted by the Rehabilitation and Evaluation Department in previous stages, and a continuation of its efforts to develop methods of awareness and educational guidance, delivering religious and value-based messages through innovative and engaging means that strengthen their presence in the educational environment.

He stressed the importance of continuing to enhance partnership and integration between the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, the Ministry of Education, and relevant educational authorities, to unify efforts in consolidating Islamic values, enhancing awareness and positive behavior among students, and contributing to preparing a generation conscious of its values and responsibilities toward its society and country.