Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikha Hind bint Salman Al Khalifa, President of Child & Motherhood Welfare Society, Eventscom has organized “Eventscom First Recyclable Fashion Show and Competition” which falls under the umbrella of the 6^th Annual Eventscom Environmental Event “Treasure Hunt” that is organized annually under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission) and with cooperation with United Nation Environment Program UNEP, with support from the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA)

The exciting and challenging event was attended by high numbers of famous artists and cultural characters in the community in addition to officials, civil community services, and volunteering associations beside several international organizations. 

The show was featured by 13 designers and artists who participated from Kingdom of Bahrain 9 of them are Bahrainis. The first place was scored by Louie Capistrano, second place Mon Calalang, third place Louie Capistrano. Yara Adel 14 years old student won the children category.

 “We are very excited with the participation response from artists, designers and anyone concerned toward the environment in this unique and challenging competition that calls for the maximum usage of the recyclable items. Hence, there are dresses made with the highest standards of professionalism from recyclable materials which cannot be figured out easily. Moreover, there were jewelleries and masks that have been made from recyclable items which reflect the extent of creativity and imagination used which have captured a numerous amount of appreciation from officials and people environmentally concerned”. Said Ms. Zahra Taher, Eventscom Founder and CEO. “ Every one who has participated in this show and competition is a real award winner by his concern toward the environment’s protection, and we as organizers in cooperation with the event sponsors and supporters were keen to provide prizes and certificates as much as possible to reflect our appreciation toward the participants.” Ms. Taher added. 

On this occasion, Sh. Hind bent Salman Al Khalifa said “What we saw today, distinctive creations of fashion with items we consume daily and did not expect that it may end up to such creativity from designers of Bahraini nationals and expatriates, and this golden opportunity offered by EVENTSCOM through their environmental campaign will certainly be very beneficial for promoting and spreading environmental awareness first, and to give opportunities to our Bahraini youth designers who have shown us magnificent designs”

adding “I am thrilled from the organization of this event and attendance were stunned of the way the show was presented and on this occasion I would like to thank EVENTSCOM on this spirit and their environmental campaign with such an event – non profitable- to serve their community”.

First and third place winner Louie said “I am so grateful to the organizers for giving me such a chance to show my designs, I am thrilled by giving us as expatriates equally with Bahrainis, I am personally stunned from the creations those young Bahraini have made and I believe they are winners too, Bahrain is lucky to have such talents and I wish them luck in their future and thank you EVENTSCOM”. 

The Fashion Show Competition took place on Friday 15^th January 2010 and it was sponsored by CLUTTONS. The venue and the cat-walk stage were sponsored by Chandal Group as the Group Director Mr. Salah Bu Shehri designed it using recyclable materials in-line with the event’s overall theme, furniture’s together with the patron gift were sponsored by Roche Bobois. The models hair dressing was sponsored by Jacques Dessange , makeup was sponsored by Sephora. Winners Prizes were presented by Al Zain Jewellery, Gulf Hotel, A.R.G (Al Rashid Group), Asia Jwellery, Bahrain National Holdings. The event’s hospitality was sponsored by Maya and Coca Cola. Media sponsors were Sabaya Magazine, Ohlala, Mondanite, Arabian Magazine and Bahrain TV.  

The Judgement Committee played a vital role in selecting the winner designs that scored the first three places for both adults and children categorise . The judgement process was based on several standards such as material used, elegancy, imagination, creativity, colour compatibility, wear-ability, overall aesthetic and beauty aspects. The committee included Ms. Huda Qarooni- Bahraini Designer, The artist Mr. Abbas Al Mosawi, Ms. Roaya Tariq and Ms. Mahnaz Qassim from Bahrain Women Association for Human Development.

The non profit Environmental Treasure Hunt campaign has been launched by Eventscom in 2003 aiming to raise community awareness about road safety and security, driving ethics, and lately turned to highlight the environment protection due to the importance of such role and its impact on our lives in personal and/or group level. Since the date, the event has been considered as a fundamental and important event in Kingdom of Bahrain aiming at sustainability development and awareness raise. The event featured training sessions, workshops, summer camp, photography competition, fashion show, and the big event on the 4^th of December 2009.

For more information about participation in Environmental Treasure Hunt Campaign, please call Eventscom on: 17 226775 or 39421401 or visit Eventscom website www.eventscom.net.

Manama, Bahrain: A press conference was held yesterday at the Gulf Hotel to highlight the First Recyclable Fashion Show Competition which is taking place at the Lagoon, Amwaj Islands on the 15^th of January 2010, with the presence of Zahra Taher CEO and Founder of EVENTSCOM, Huda Al Qarooni – head of Art and Design Division at the Bahrain Training Institute and Ro’aya Tariq from Bahrain Women Association

The first Recyclable Fashion Show is part of the Sixth Annual EVENTSCOM Environmental Treasure Hunt which is organized by leading Public Relations and Event Management consultancy, EVENTSCOM and held under the patronage of H.H. Shaikha Hind Bint Salman Al Khalifa, Head of Children and Mother Welfare Society, in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development, under the theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

During the press conference EVENTSCOM Founder and CEO, Mrs. Zahraa Taher, highlighted the growing demands of participation and said, “We have been receiving many inquiries to participate in our Fashion Show and this shows the real spirit of our youth and their enthusiasm to create and help in the same time in spreading awareness of saving environment in a unique & creative way. I am sure that this opportunity will draw attention to their talents and will open the doors for those real talented designers, and this is what EVENTSCOM aims; to motivate youth and spread the awareness in the same time”.

“We are really looking forward to seeing what entrants come up with as I believe we have many artistic and inspired individuals here in Bahrain—especially when it comes to fashion!” Mrs. Taher continued.

Ro’aya Tariq, a judging member representing BWA said “Beside our continuous support to the campaign, Bahrain Women Association is participating with an outfit for the Fashion Show to encourage participants and we have found that EVENTSCOM came up with many creative ideas with their different activities they have created this year which reflects their noble cause to environment”.

Mrs. Huda Al Qarooni, who have organized many similar Fashion Shows from recycled items remarked the great role of designers in helping the environment and said “from my personnel experience as Head of Art & Design Division at BTI, I have seen many creative designs and special interest from youth to contribute in such events, and have experienced amazing designs made out of recyclable items and I am sure this event will be an opportunity for many talents to grow”.

The fashion show venue is sponsored by the Lagoon and it will be held in their premises in open air and wide landscape which will accommodate a large number of visitors. Venue décor design is sponsored by CHANDAL Group led by Salah Bu Shihri-group owner- who will be introducing a unique stage and catwalk built from recyclable items, hair styles is sponsored by Jacques Dessange, makeup is sponsored by SEPHORA, winner gift is sponsored Al Zain and Sabaya magazine as the media sponsor.

Entries will be evaluated by an impartial panel of judges based on a point system for the following categories: Items Used, Stylishness, Imagination and Creativity, Fit/ Color/ Overall Appearance, and Thriftiness.

The judging panel will include Mrs. Huda Al Karooni, Head of Art & Design Division at Bahrain Training Institute; Artist Abbas Al Musawi; Marie Dhaher, United Nation Environmental Program and Bahrain Women Association for Human Development.; Roaya Tariq and Mahnaz Qasim of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development.

Prizes and trophies will be awarded to the top three participants, while all entrants will receive a certificate of participation.

All clothing and accessories must be made by recycled items, with the exception of shoes, stockings and undergarments. Clothing and accessories may be altered with new or second-hand items, e.g. buttons, appliqués, embroidery, and similar ornamentation. Clothing and accessories also may incorporate household or office items that might otherwise be thrown away.

Pieces must be durable for wear in rehearsals and the fashion show, and all materials used must be safe for wearing. Applicants are advised that fashions that are offensive, obscene or too revealing will not be allowed on the runway.

Application forms are available online at www.eventscom.net .and entries will be accepted until 4 p.m. January 10^th 2010.

The campaign was conceptualized by leading Public Relations and Event Management consultancy, EVENTSCOM, and is organized in cooperation with the Commission, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) certified Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development.

The first Treasure Hunt in 2003 promoted road safety and driving ethics, and then eventually evolved to focus on the importance issue of environmental preservation. The event has garnered considerable public attention and interest from the Kingdom of Bahrain’s citizens and residents alike, and always features a variety of dynamic activities from workshops to competitions; summer camps to garage sales; and more—all in addition to the final Treasure Hunt event which took place on the 4^th of December 2009.

For more information to participate or sponsor the Treasure Hunt Recyclable Fashion Show, please e-mail recyclablefashion@ethbahrain.comr visit www.eventscom.net or contact a representative at EVENTSCOM on +973-17-226775 or 39421401 o

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Manama-Bahrain : Under the patronage of H.H. Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission) with the presence of HE Dr. Adel Khalifa Al Zayani, director of the Public Authority for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife and the organization of EVENTSCOM, in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and the Environmental Citizenship of the Bahrain Women"s Association (BWA) for Human Development, the sixth Annual EVENTSCOM Environmental Treasure Hunt 09 campaign concluded at Lagoon with a broad participation and attendance at mass momentum.

More than 33 team representing government agencies, official and private sector as well as associations participated in the actual Treasure Hunt Day, toured throughout the Kingdom of Bahrain with Sport Games and intellectual activities which enhanced cooperation and teamwork among all members.

The competition started from the Marriott Executive Apartments in Juffair, the first challenge for the team was to brand their Cars in away to suit the environment to send out the right message. Teams were competing to solve clues, leading them along a pre-determined map route to a wide spectrum of locations around Bahrain, such as Yateem Centre, Bahrain Mall, Adhari Park, Al Dar Islands, Bahrain International Circuit, Al Jazayer Beach whilst being monitored by team marshals. Different activities and challenges took place on the day for the teams in which it  provided excellent corporate team-building exercises that boosted their spirit as the games were designed to require a combination of problem-solving, mental, and physical skills. The day ended with an interesting entertaining ceremony/carnival at the Lagoon at Amwaj Islands, were family and friends gathered with different fun activities, games and contributions of societies, artists, clubs and other environmental groups who were demonstrating ways to keep the environment healthy!

At the closing ceremony, His Excellency Dr. Adel Khalifa Al Zayani, director of the Public Authority for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife expressed his happiness and satisfaction in this voluntary action coming from the heart of belonging and serving the Kingdom’s community in modern meaningful way to protect and preserve the environment for generations to come.

On this occasion, Ms. Zahra Taher founder & CEO of EVENTSCOM commented "Since the launch of EVENTSCOM, we have adopted a number of ways to tackle a number of concerns facing the Kingdom through the Annual Eventscom Environmental Treasure Hunt Campaign where we work towards raising awareness of environmental concerns facing Bahrain. Over the years, the Campaign has expanded and extended more to serve the larger Bahrain community. The campaign has served a number of environmental functions such as workshops/camps for Kids, Youth, Adults and corporations, tree planting, and other environmental projects in addition to the environmental photography competition & exhibition, fashion show competition from costumes made from recycled materials. On this occasion I would like to convey to His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Public Authority for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife my deepest appreciation for their patronage & annual support of this cause. The support of the commission, UNEP, BWA and all the sponsors, not forgetting the individuals and corporations has in one way or another contributed to the overall success of this annual environmental campaign"
 

Takaful International took home the Grand prize of US $ 1000 for the Treasure Hunt 2009 competition held on 4^th December 2009 followed by outcome of the main Bahrain TV and Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company. The competition also witnessed the creativity of the residents of Bahrain through creations such as recycled hats, best dressed car, and environmental songs - all along the concept of environment. The competition encouraged the participants to get involved in a beach clean up activity which saw more than seven hundred bags of litter being collected from Al Jazayer Beach.

During the closing ceremony held at the Lagoon Amwaj, the winner of the treasure Hunt photography competition was also announced. On the subject “aesthetics of nature”,  Ahmed Mosawi won the first prize, second prize went to Fatima Saeed Al-Mansour and Mohammed al-Mosawi grabbed the third prize. As for the subject “negative environmental actions”, first prize went to Aqeel Al Fardan, Issa Ibrahim as second, and third was shared between both Ali Al Sabah and Fatima Saeed Al-Mansour.  Bahrain Fort Museum hosted the exhibition of the photography competition from 17^th  to 23^rd of November 2009. Prizes for this competition were generously sponsored by Yagoobi Stores which specializes in photographic accessories & tools.

Lagoon at Amwaj will host the “recyclable fashion show” on 15^th January 2010. All fashion enthusiasts are welcome to submit their creation. Rules and Regulation on participation can be viewed at www.ethbahrain.com

Sponsors included: KPMG, Coca Cola, Bahrain National Holding, Marriott Executive Apartments, Gulf Hotel, Lagoon, Sabaya Magazine, Bahrain International Circuit, Cluttons, Hyundai, Y.K. Al Moayyed & Sons, Al Dar Islands, Bahrain TV, Design Grafix, Chandal Group, Yateem Centre, Bahrain Mall, Southern Municipality, Adhari Park, andVeranda Café .

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More than 30 teams representing corporate, government and NGO’s have signed to participate on the actual Treasure Hunt Day on 4^th December 2009. The full campaign is held under the Patronage of H.H. Sh. Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission),and organised by Eventscom-Bahrain, a leading Events Management consultancy, with support from the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA) and in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). All parties are gearing up for the challenge which will start at the Marriott Hotel in Juffair at 9:00am and end at the Lagoon in Amwaj at 6:00pm.

Preparations are already underway for the event which aims to raise the public awareness of such a worthy cause. Following the success of previous Environmental Treasure Hunts which raised awareness of environmental issues, the Company has chosen to support the same cause but with a specific focus: a “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

Activities for this event are designed to steer people and organizations alike towards the path of a cleaner & greener Bahrain and urge them to take up active role in the well being of the environment. Teams will simultaneously be competing to solve clues, leading them along a pre-determined map route to a wide spectrum of locations around Bahrain, whilst being monitored by team marshals. The different activities and challenges on the day for the teams provide excellent corporate team-building exercises that will boost corporate team spirit as the games are designed to require a combination of problem-solving, mental, and physical skills.

“It gives me immense pride as a Bahraini to start such an event in our Kingdom more than 6 years ago as it focuses on enhancing environment consciousness among all sections of Bahrain in a fun and a creative way. A change can happen only when everyone is involved closely and everyone feels it from within. Treasure Hunt, attempts to reach out to everyone in Bahrain through a series of interesting workshops that we conduct in conjunction with our partners before the main day.” explained Zahra’a Taher, CEO, EVENTSCOM.

"In the past, the participation has been very encouraging and we hope to reach greater success this year. Hence, I kindly urge all organizations to participate in this worth while cause to ensure a cleaner & greener Bahrain" Taher added.

The winning team will get US$1000/- and all the teams will win the real treasure, which is contributing to a cleaner and more educated Bahrain”

More than 60 young volunteers are participating as Marshals on the day.

Highlights of the previous Treasure Hunt included visits to some beaches in Bahrain where a total of 3000 bags of garbage were collected, and at other beaches, more than 400 trees were planted and variety of other problem-solving, mental, and physical games.

For further information on participation as a team or sponsor or for your involvement as an event marshal  in the sixth Annual Eventscom Environmental Treasure Hunt, please contact a representative at EVENTSCOM Bahrain on +973 17 226 775 or 39421401 or visit www.ethbahrain.com

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Manama, Bahrain: EVENTSCOM opens doors for “Photography Competition & Exhibition” which is part of a larger environmental awareness campaign, entitled ‘6^th Annual Eventscom Environment Treasure Hunt 2009’ from 17th to 23rd November 2009, at the Bahrain Fort Museum.

The Treasure Hunt Environmental campaign is organized by leading Public Relations and Event Management consultancy, EVENTSCOM, in cooperation with the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission), and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) certified Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development, under the theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

The Photography Competition aims to raise environmental awareness through visual images by defining some of the Kingdom’s most pristine and well-preserved natural sites that have maintained their charm since ancient times. It has also served as a reinforcement of individual behaviors towards the environment.

The competition comprises of two main categories: the first category is “Beautiful Bahrain” which aims to reveal Bahrain’s most natural beauty;   while the second category “Environmental Blunders", exposed the negative and unsustainable environmental behavior and practices that affect our natural habitat and general well-being, and contribute to pollution and waste.

The competition committees are: Marie Daher; representative from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Fatima Frutan from the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development, Ms. Amani Al Sadeq CEO of Attraction, Ahmed Al Ajmi head of photography at Akhbar Al Khaleej Newspaper, Mr. Nader Al Bazzaz,  and Abdul Raheem Al Arjan – Media Relations at EVENTSCOM.

The committee received a total of 184 photo from 52 participants highlighting the two assigned task using various methods and techniques of macro photography, landscape, selwet and portrait. The judges will meet and choose 90 photographs; winners from each category will be announced on 4th December 2009 at the lagoon-Amwaj.

On this occasion, Mrs. Zahraa Taher, Founder & CEO,  EVENTSCOM said " An image can reveal the major role in raising the cultural level & awareness of society, where one photo can speak a thousand words to deliver the rightful message, and will always be embedded in your memory. In addition,  it  also shows the beauty of the Kingdom of Bahrain introducing the aesthetic locations and details of places you have seen before and was forgotten due to every day’s life routine, in the same time this competition exposes the extent and effects of environmental pollution and hazardous to the various forms of life "and added," We have organized this exhibition, to encourage our community members from locals and residence to save our environment and to spread the awareness in a positive way and continue our mission in changing our behavior towards the environment”.

The Treasure Hunt is a non profit campaign which started in 2003 by promoting road safety and driving ethics, and then eventually evolved to focus on the importance issue of environmental preservation. The event has garnered considerable public attention and interest from the Kingdom of Bahrain’s citizens and residents alike, and always features a variety of dynamic activities from workshops to competitions; summer camps to fashion shows; and more—all in addition to the final Treasure Hunt event which takes place on 4th of December 2009.

For more information to participate in the 6^th Annual Eventscom Environmental Treasure Hunt please contact a representative at EVENTSCOM on +973-17-226775, 39421401 or visit www.ethbahrain.com

Manama, Bahrain: An environmental photography competition has been announced under the umbrella of the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt, which is taking place under the patronage of H.H. Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission). Environmental photography submissions will be featured in an exhibition hosted at the Bahrain Fort Museum from 1-6 November, 2009.

The Treasure Hunt Environmental campaign is organized by leading Public Relations and Event Management consultancy, EVENTSCOM, in cooperation with the Commission, and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) certified Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association for Human Development, under the theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

The Photography Competition aims to raise environmental awareness through visual images and through defining some of the Kingdom’s most pristine and well-preserved natural sites that have maintained their charm since ancient times. It will also serve as a reinforcement of individual behaviours towards the environment.

The competition will comprise two main categories: the first category is Beautiful "Bahrain" which will reveal Bahrain’s most natural beauty;  while the second category “Environmental Blunders", will expose negative and unsustainable environmental behavior and practices that affect our natural habitat and general well-being, and contribute to pollution and waste.

The photography competition is only open to Bahraini nationals and legal residents of Bahrain, whether professional or amateur photographers. All images provided must be taken within the Kingdom of Bahrain, and entrants can submit up to five pictures across both categories combined. Photo submissions must be at least 300 pixels and should be accompanied with the participant’s full name, the date each photo was taken, and the location of each photo. Entries will be accepted until 15 October 2009, and can be sent by email to photos@ethbahrain.com or delivered by hand to the EVENTSCOM office, third floor of Yateem Centre in Manama.

EVENTSCOM Founder and CEO, Mrs. Zahraa Taher, commented saying, “Since its inception, the ‘Environmental Treasure Hunt Campaign’ has blossomed and evolved year after year, gathering fresh ideas and innovations in harmony with cultural and environmental developments.

“This year we have added a number of activities to the campaign, including the photography competition, due to the power of a photo in conveying our message and objective. The ‘Beautiful Bahrain’ category aims to remind us of the natural beauty of our beloved Kingdom Bahrain, which has been blessed with the most beautiful sites, and remains the home of pearls and beaches.

“Whereas, the ‘Environmental Blunders’ category aims to address and correct the environmental mistakes we make which destroy our environment—intentionally or unintentionally—so that these behaviours don’t accumulate and become problematic and difficult to undo.

“In this light, we encourage all Bahrain citizens and residents, and environmental enthusiasts to participate in this national contest,” Mrs. Taher concluded.

The first Treasure Hunt in 2003 promoted road safety and driving ethics, and then eventually evolved to focus on the importance issue of environmental preservation. The event has garnered considerable public attention and interest from the Kingdom of Bahrain’s citizens and residents alike, and always features a variety of dynamic activities from workshops to competitions; summer camps to fashion shows; and more—all in addition to the final Treasure Hunt event which takes place on the 6 November 2009.

For more information on participating in the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt please contact a representative at EVENTSCOM on +973-17-226775, 39421401 or visit www.eventscom.net

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Manama, Bahrain: Leading communications and event management consultancy, EVENTSCOM, signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Environment Programme, Regional office for west Asia (UNEP/ROWA) at the Marriott Residences yesterday (1^st of September 2009), to formalize their joint partnership for the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt, which is taking place under the patronage of H.H. Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission).

The purpose of the MoU is to provide a framework of cooperation and understanding between EVENTSCOM and UNEP to facilitate collaboration, and to further their shared goals and objectives regarding the issue of environmental awareness. The sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt campaign, which is convening under the theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”, will culminate with the final Treasure Hunt event on 6 November, 2009.

“Since EVENTSCOM and UNEP share common goals and objectives in terms of promoting environmental awareness in Bahrain, and in encouraging a more sustainable lifestyle and consumption patterns, it seemed natural and logical to consolidate our efforts to target this vital issue,” remarked Mrs. Zahraa Taher, Founder and CEO of EVENTSCOM.

“We are pleased to be collaborating with UNEP and are confident that our joint cooperation will facilitate an awareness campaign which carries maximum impact and effectiveness.

“Moreover, UNEP’s resources and expertise will ensure the quality and applicability of our environmental messages and activities, including conservation, protection, enhancement and support of nature and natural resources, and of course, sustainability and individual consumption patterns and behaviour,” Mrs. Taher concluded.

Dr. Habib Elhabr, Director & Regional Representative of UNEP/ROWA, commented on the signing of the agreement saying, “As the leading organization within the United Nations system in the field of environment, and as the Regional Office for West Asia, UNEP Bahrain has the mandate to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, educating, and empowering communities to improve their quality of life in a sustainable manner.

“We were pleased to be approached by EVENTSCOM for this mutual partnership which creates a win-win-win situation for the parties involved—most importantly, it will benefit the Bahraini public, and future generations to come.”

EVENTSCOM conceptualized the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt to target a wide demographic and raise public awareness of major environmental issues through a variety of interactive supporting workshops and activities—including a photography competition, a kids’ summer camp, and a recyclable fashion show—leading up to the final Treasure Hunt event.

The first Treasure Hunt in 2003 promoted road safety and driving ethics. Teams will simultaneously be competing to solve clues, leading them along a pre-determined map route to a wide spectrum of locations, whilst being monitored by Traffic Police to ensure they adhere to the laws of the road and speed limits.

For more information on participating in the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt please contact a representative at EVENTSCOM on +973-17-226775.

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EVENTSCOM and the Environmental Citizenship Program (ECP) Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA) are organising another dynamic workshop under the umbrella of the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt, entitled “Youth… Towards a Sustainable Lifestyle.”

The workshop aims to define the concept of sustainability in terms of consumption patterns and development. The workshop will also empower youth in their duty to act as responsible citizens who respect the earth and preserve its resources for the benefit of present and future generations.

“Youth… Towards a Sustainable Lifestyle”will take place on Tuesday 18 August, 2009 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Northern governorate premises, and will be facilitated by the Environmental Citizenship Program (ECP) Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA) in line with the Treasure Hunt theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

The workshop is targeting youth between 15-19 years of age, and is one of a variety of supporting activities which are open to the public, leading up to the highly anticipated Treasure Hunt event, which is taking place on 6 November 2009 under the patronage of H.H. Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission).

The Treasure Hunt has been successfully raising environmental awareness by targeting a broad demographic through a range of unique and informative activities including: workshops, film screenings, fashion show, garage sale, photo and video competitions, and much more.

The sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt is being organised by EVENTSCOM with the support of the Commission, the Environmental Citizenship Program (ECP) Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA), and the United Nations Environment Program (UNDP).

The first Treasure Hunt in 2003 promoted road safety and driving ethics. Teams will simultaneously be competing to solve clues, leading them along a pre-determined map route to a wide spectrum of locations, whilst being monitored by Traffic Police to ensure they adhere to the laws of the road and speed limits.

Admission to the “Youth… Towards a Sustainable Lifestyle” workshop is free of charge but participants must register in advance by contacting a representative at EVENTSCOM on +973-17-226775.

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EVENTSCOM and the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA) are organising a dynamic “Youth X-Change” workshop under the umbrella of the sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt, which is taking place under the patronage of H.H. Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources, Environment and Wildlife (the Commission).

The Arabic workshop will take place on Wednesday 12 August, 2009 from 9:00am to 11:00am at the Muharraq Club in coordination with the Muharraq Governorate, and will be facilitated by the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development who is certified by the UNEP to train this workshop to others, this is in line with the Treasure Hunt theme “CHANGING BEHAVIOUR TOWARDS THE ENVIRONMENT”.

The “Youth X-Change” workshop is targeting approximately 50 Muharraq Club youth between the ages of 15- 20 years in order to motivate them to change their consumption patterns and encourage them to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle. The workshop will hold youth accountable for implementing change in their every-day lives including: travel and transportation, consumption, shopping, waste management—and its more environmentally-friendly alternatives.

The workshop is one of a variety of supporting activities which are open to the public, leading up to the highly anticipated Treasure Hunt event, which is taking place on 6 November 2009.The Treasure Hunt has been successfully raising environmental awareness by targeting a broad demographic through a range of unique and informative activities including: workshops, film screenings, fashion show, garage sale, photo and video competitions, and much more. 

The sixth annual Environmental Treasure Hunt is being organised by EVENTSCOM with the support of the Commission, the Environmental Citizenship Program of Bahrain Women Association- for Human Development (BWA), and the United Nations Environment Program (UNDP).

The first Treasure Hunt in 2003 promoted road safety and driving ethics. Teams will simultaneously be competing to solve clues, leading them along a pre-determined map route to a wide spectrum of locations, whilst being monitored by Traffic Police to ensure they adhere to the laws of the road and speed limits.

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