Imagine being forced to leave everything behind and embark on a treacherous journey to flee war and violence, to a foreign land where you will start over – if you get there. It’s daunting, even for adults, to say the least for young people left to...
The IX Interamerican Scout Summit began in the city of Cusco, Peru. Presidents, National Directors, National Scout Chiefs and International Commissioners of the 25 out of the 34 National Scout Organizations of the Region will be congregated for the...
After 14 days of discussions, negotiations, actions and meetings, the COP23 in Bonn is over. It was an exceptional time for the city, as well as for the participants. We, the three Scout delegates tried to be as active as possible in the second week...
On World Children's Day, Scouts aged 10-15 years old from the Malaysian National Scout Organization reported for work at the World Scout Bureau today and took over some key leadership roles. Sofea, 10, took her seat at the Office of the Secretary...
Young people are our future. Today’s young people are tomorrow’s scientists, politicians, doctors, teachers and the list goes on. In the future, they will inherit everything that we possess and accomplish, and will be charged with protecting the weak...
Sea Scouts Marc Dubos and Jacques Arnaud Seyrig are passionate about Scouting and the ocean. They met a Sea Scout camp organised by the French National Scout Association, Éclaireuses et Éclaireurs Unionistes de France, 35 years ago and are now...
The Africa Scout Foundation is an international non-profit organization, incorporated under Kenyan law. It was established in 1995 to provide the Africa Scout Region with financial support needed for the growth and development of Scouting. With the...
Remembrance Day, which falls on 11 November, marks the end of the World War I. Also known as Armistice Day or Poppy Day, it is a day to recognise and remember the sacrifices of soldiers and civilians who died in wars and conflict. Many wear the red...
Scouts Australia launched You + Lead, a three-part Leadership Development Programme for Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts earlier this year. Through this unique programme, Scouts begin by learning about themselves first, before learning to...
Next year will mark 100 years since the start of the Rover Scouts section and the very first Scouting Programme for young adults. Preparations for the celebration of the Rover Centenary worldwide are well under way, but you can still join! Here are...