Jerusalem children visit Royal Guard headquarters in Morocco

Children from Jerusalem, participating in the annual summer camp organized by the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency, recently visited the Royal Guard headquarters in Rabat, Morocco. This visit is a significant part of the 17th edition of the summer camp, which runs from August 12 to 26 under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, who also chairs the Al-Quds Committee.

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This visit is an important annual event that reflects the King's lofty care for all segments of the Palestinian people, especially children and youth.

The program, a collaboration with the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, provided the 50 participating children, aged 11 to 14, with an immersive experience into the rich history of the Royal Guard, spanning over twelve centuries from the Idrisid to the Alaouite dynasties. The children toured various facilities, including those for equestrian activities, sports, and musical training, and witnessed diverse equestrian performances.

A highlight of the visit was the tour of the Royal Guard Museum, where a young participant from Jerusalem signed the museum's golden book. Mohammed Salem Al-Sharqawi, the acting director of the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency, emphasized the visit's importance as an annual event reflecting the King's "lofty care for all segments of the Palestinian people, especially children and youth." He noted that this experience allows the children to explore Morocco's historical and cultural landmarks, its institutions, and its values of unity, freedom, justice, and peace.

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We feel like we are among our family and our people, in our home and our homeland.

Sam Al-Araj, head of the "Beacon of Peace" mission for the Jerusalem children in Morocco, expressed that the children felt a warm welcome and affection from the moment they arrived. He described the experience as "a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" that fosters integration with Moroccan children and allows them to learn about Morocco's culture and traditions. The summer camp, initiated in 2008, aims to develop the capabilities of children and adolescents, enhance cultural communication, and provide opportunities for them to connect with their peers in Morocco. During their stay, the children also participated in celebrating Moroccan national holidays, performing the national anthem and songs accompanied by traditional Palestinian and Moroccan folk dances.

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This experience opens the door for children from Jerusalem to integrate with Moroccan children and learn about Morocco, its culture, customs, and traditions.