Algerian preacher Zeinab Boulali recently participated in a joint training course for female preachers from Egypt and Algeria held at the International Awqaf Academy in Egypt. This program, designed to foster collaboration and share religious scholarship between the two nations, brought together a select group of women to engage in intensive academic sessions. Reflecting on the program, Zeinab Boulali expressed her gratitude for the experience. She stated, "أمصرُ، وما أجلَّكِ في فؤادي، وما أغلاكِ يا مهدَ العلوم" and added, "أما ونحن على أبواب الرحيل، فإن في الصدر لوعة وفي العين دمعة، فيعز علينا فراق هذا البلد الطيب الذي يسكن في حشايا قلوبنا، نحن المرشدات الجزائريات اللواتي عشن في رحابه أياما غراء لن تسقط أبدا من ذاكرة العمر". Concluding her remarks, the preacher said, "وداعا يا كنانة كل خير، وأمنا دام في رغد النعيم".
The training course, facilitated by the International Awqaf Academy, focused on providing specialized instruction for female preachers. By hosting participants from both Egypt and Algeria, the academy aimed to standardize religious discourse and provide a platform for professional development. Zeinab Boulali, who serves as a preacher at mosques in Ghardaia, Algeria, noted that the curriculum offered valuable insights that she intends to apply in her ongoing work within her home community.
Closing Ceremony at Mosque
The closing ceremony for the joint training course occurred at the Mosque of Egypt. Participants gathered at this location to conclude the program organized by the International Awqaf Academy. The site, known for its architectural significance and status as a center for religious activity, provided a formal setting for the final day of the delegation's visit.
Osama Al-Azhari, the Egyptian Minister of Awqaf, attended the ceremony to mark the completion of the training. His presence served to finalize the sessions held for the female preachers from Egypt and Algeria. During the event, the minister acknowledged the dedication of the participants and showed the importance of the training in strengthening the religious ties between the two countries.
Zeinab Boulali participated in these final proceedings as part of the Algerian delegation. She serves as a preacher at mosques in Ghardaia, Algeria. Her attendance at the Mosque of Egypt followed her engagement in the broader curriculum provided by the academy. Throughout the duration of the course, the Algerian female preacher engaged with colleagues and instructors to discuss the nuances of her role.
The successful conclusion of this training program represents a significant milestone for the International Awqaf Academy. By bringing together preachers from Ghardaia, Algeria, and their counterparts in Egypt, the academy has facilitated a collaborative environment. The event, overseen by Osama Al-Azhari, the Egyptian Minister of Awqaf, concluded with the formal recognition of all participants. Zeinab Boulali and her fellow delegates returned to their respective duties equipped with the knowledge gained during their time at the academy, marking the end of a productive session of academic and religious exchange.
