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Hundred Scouts are gathered before a scenario.
Michal Janata

The National Scout Jamboree 2023 is the largest gathering of scouts in the Czech Republic since 1931. This event brings together 5,000 boys and girls aged 10-16, over 550 adult and teenage volunteers, and a large organisational team.

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Welcome to the new Scout Donation Platform. Image depicts a laptop and mobile phone with the new website displayed
World Scout Bureau

Today, World Scouting - WOSM and the World Scout Foundation are thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new Scout Donation Platform as a dedicated space for Scouts to fundraise for community improvement projects in the areas of environment, peace...

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Two Scouts plant a tree in an area burned by wildfires in North Macedonia.
Scouts of North Macedonia

Forests play an essential role in combating climate change and biodiversity loss. Our forests serve as carbon sinks and help reduce the effects of climate change.

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Rover Scouts from the Philippines collecting plastic waste

In classrooms throughout the Philippines, Scouts can be seen proudly dressed in their group’s attire, taking great care to ensure that their uniforms are well pressed with badges displayed.

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Pierre, Antonin and Florian stand next to their bikes.
La Cyclodyssée

Joining the 25th World Scout Jamboree 2023 without taking a plane. This is the goal of the project La Cyclodyssée.

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3 Scouts at the Denmark National Jamboree work together to assemble a pioneering project
© WSB / Enrique Leon

A new year can be an exciting opportunity! Is there something you want to change in order to feel happier or healthier? Or maybe a social cause you’re committed to? You have the power! In case you need inspiration, we’ve listed 10 ideas of New Year’s...

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A Ukrainian family of four stand outside holding boxes of shoes they just received from Scouts in Spain
National Organization of the Scouts of Ukraine

While they may speak different languages, live in different climates, and be 3,500 kilometres apart, Scouts in Spain found ways to connect with and support their friends in Ukraine through a heartwarming project: a solidarity walk, fundraiser and...

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Scouts on stage after a successful events about Scouts for SDGs at the SDG Hub at COP27 in Egypt
World Scout Bureau

Scouts joined thousands of civil society organisations at COP27 to call on world leaders, climate negotiators, and business leaders to take urgent action on climate change.

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European Sustainability Forum
© World Scout Bureau Inc.

The first European Sustainability Forum concluded on Sunday, 23 October with the creation of a new European network of representatives from National Scout Organizations (NSOs), National Scout Associations (NSAs) and other partners to strengthen...

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This project brought fun and beauty to the city of Coro, while raising awareness for environmental conservation and plastic pollution.

This you have to see. A Scout Leader in Coro, Venezuela led a project to build a beautiful “sustainable wall” out of… bottle caps!

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Scouts Grecia and Kazi speak with a reporter during COP26
World Scout Bureau Inc. / World Scouting

This week, Scouts are headed to the United Nations’ largest annual climate change conference, COP27, and we have a lot to tell the political and business leaders we’ll be meeting.

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Scouts in Switzerland works cleaning their local community in autumn
© WSB Inc. / World Scouting

Scouting’s leadership from 31 National Scout Organizations (NSOs) and National Scout Associations (NSAs) representing 25 countries will convene this week for the first European Sustainability Forum to share knowledge and advance an common agenda for...

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Scouts in Sao Paolo of União dos Escoteiros do Brasil pose in front of a colourful gate while working on a project to help the environment and easing poverty
World Scout Bureau

Earlier this year, World Scouting partnered with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to run an exciting contest called Project for the Planet. Let’s find out who the winners are!

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A Portuguese Scout wearing her scarf poses with a smile in font of her laptop while watching the JOTA-JOTI Live Show
World Scout Bureau

The Jamboree On The Air - Jamboree On The Internet, known as JOTA-JOTI, is the world’s largest Scout event! Are you ready for it?! Here's a checklist to set up your participation space, whether participating from home or with a group.

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Coordinators and interested parties of National Scout Organizations (NSOs) from Bhutan, Bangladesh, India, and Nepal attended the Ticket to Life Workshop in the Eastern Region Headquarters of the Bharat Scouts and Guides in West Bengal, India.

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