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Gone home Michael Baden-Powell

The global Scout community is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Lord Michael Baden-Powell, grandson of the Founder of Scouting, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who has Gone Home peacefully on 3 July 2023 at the age of 82.

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A crowd of Scouts gathered at the 24th World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia, USA
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World Scout Bureau

Heading to the World Scout Jamboree? This guide provides key tips from a seasoned Scout who has been to Jamborees in Japan, South Korea and the United States! Scout Leaders, be prepared for an incredible adventure at the 25th World Scout Jamboree!

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Tunisian Scouts participate in Regional Consultation Forum for Adolescents and Youth ICPD@30 in Tunisia, organized by UNFPA and strategic partners
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The Arab Scout Region participated in the Regional Consultation Forum for Adolescents and YouthICPD@30 in Tunisia, organized by UNFPA and strategic partners. This pivotal event aimed to shape a sustainable future by empowering the young generation...

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Ahmad Alhendawi, Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) and Jutta Urpilainen, European Commission Directorate for International Partnerships
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Ahmad Alhendawi, Secretary General of WOSM and Jutta Urpilainen, European Commission Directorate for International Partnerships, met to discuss the challenges facing young people around the world and Scouting’s role in supporting the European...

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Canadian Scouts pose for a photo

For more than 100 years, Scouts Canada has given millions of young people unique and enriching experiences towards developing important skills and values, encouraging them to be curious, adventurous, and responsible members of society.

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Welcome to the new Scout Donation Platform. Image depicts a laptop and mobile phone with the new website displayed
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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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Mariana Elizalde Cano assists with prothetic limp

Mariana Elizalde Cano, a 23-year-old Scout from Mexico, became a Messenger of Peace Hero in 2021 in recognition of her remarkable work in producing and donating over 160 prosthetic arms across Mexico using her home 3D printer.

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Scouts in Albania cheer ahead of their community marathon
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Since its launch in December 2020, the Global Youth Mobilization has financed projects directly engaging over 600, 000 young people in developing and implementing activities reaching over 3.63 million community beneficiaries.

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Scouts hiking in the forest
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Earlier this week, the world’s leading scientists released a sobering report via the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). While World Scouting is increasing efforts to advocate, educate and act to help put the planet on a path to...

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KISC activity

Celebrations to mark 100 years of the Kandersteg International Scout Centre have gotten off to an incredible start with almost 200 Scouts and Guides from 53 different countries attending events in the lead up to a summer of festivities.

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