MedJam18 is the first Mediterranean Jamboree that will be held jointly by the Scout Association of Malta and the Malta Girl Guides, with the international camp taking place at the Ghajn Tuffieha International Scout Camp Site between 1 and 8 August.

^{The MedJam18 has the full support of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM) and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). The organising committee brings together seasoned volunteer Scouts and Girl Guides with different backgrounds and skills who are working tirelessly to give MedJam18 participants the experience of a lifetime.}

^{Around 1,500 participants from at least 20 countries from all over the world have so far expressed their interest to participate in the event. The organising committee is still receiving expressions of interest from potential participants. The camp targets young people aged between 11 and 16; their leaders and other volunteers will help with the organisation of the camp as part of the international service team.} 

^{With the theme #BridgingCultures, MedJam18 brings together various local partners such as Valletta 2018 Foundation, Agenzija Zghazagh, BirdLife Malta, Malta Experience and Esplora science centre among others, to give participants a fantastic programme including not only Scouting and Guiding skills but also fun and adventurous activities. This promises to make MedJam18 an opportunity for participants to focus on the growth of their personal development and be one of the biggest youth events this year.}

^{Parliamentary Secretary for Youth and Sport Clifton Grima yesterday expressed pride in the fact that TSAM and MGG because they already contribute a great deal to society.}

 ^{MedJam18 project director Edward Vella told a press conference yesterday, "The idea of turning this initiative from a dream into action had been brewing for a few years now. MedJam18 marks an important milestone in the history of local Scouting and Guiding as this is the first time that the two associations have collaborated on such a remarkable project. The numbers of participants, both local and international, are encouraging."}

^{Project deputy director Mary Rose Vella added that foreign participants from all over the world have shown interest in MedJam18: "We are excited to be hosting participants from as far as the Caribbean Islands and Australia. All countries will be showcased during a traditional International Evening. The varied programme promises to be both educational and adventurous and no stone is being left unturned to ensure sustainability and safety of all," Mrs Vella added}

^{The press conference was also addressed by Chief Commissioners Leslie Bonnici and Claire Duff.}