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On 8-9 November 2008 more than 200 participants from the academic community, NGOs, Scouting and the public were given the opportunity to attend a unique scientific conference held in Athens and organised by the Soma Hellinon Proskopon (Scout...

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Leaders of the World Scout Foundation visited the United Arab Emirates at the end of October to meet with top government and Scouting representatives. Their purpose was to increase the visibility of Scouting in the UAE, strengthen relationships with...

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12 September 2008: World Scouting and The Board of the World Scout Foundation regrets to announce the passing away yesterday of its former Chairman, and long-time champion of Scouting, Klaus Jacobs. Born in Germany in 1936, Klaus Jacobs was a famous...

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Scouts learn, discuss and understand the critical needs of young people worldwide. At the heart of the World Scout Centre is the display and exhibition area for Scouting around the world. World Scouting presents broad themes encompassing a culture of...

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Cub Scouts in Greece are this year celebrating two major occasions: The Centenary of Scouting and the 75th anniversary of Cub Scouting in Greece. Working in partnership with UNICEF Hellas and SOS Children's Villages, numerous projects have already...

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The day is a unique opportunity to show the social force and enormity of Scouting in the world. It will be a very special moment when Scouts join together on 1 August 2007 in a spirit of friendship and peace, proud of their heritage, showcasing...

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Scouting's Sunrise is a day to communicate key messages to the public and Media. It is a day to show what Scouting does to contribute towards the building of a better world. It is a day to challenge stereotypes and build a better image for Scouts...

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Forth International Scout Leaders Training Course Excelscout 04 was held from 29 April to 5 May 2003 at the Eurasia Regional Scout center Krasnokamenka, Ukraine. 21 scouts between 18 and 21 years old from 7 NSOs of the Eurasia Region (Armenia...

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International Scout Leaders Training Course - Excelscout 01. 30 September - 5 October 2001, Geneva, Switzerland

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Second International Scout Leaders Training Course – Excelscout 00, "Responsible citizenship and Scouting" was conducted 17-22 September 2000 at the Eurasia Regional Scout center Krasnokamenka, Ukraine. 46 boys and girls between 16 and 18 years old...

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First International Scout Leaders Training Course - Excelscout 99 was conducted 5-11 September 1999 at the Eurasia Regional Scout center Krasnokamenka, Ukraine. 41 boys and girls between 16 and 18 years old from 8 NSOs of the Eurasia Region (Armenia...

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