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Ahead of World Scouting’s participation in COP28, the UN’s annual climate change conference, hear from Hian Leng Kek, one of three WOSM Youth Representatives heading to this year’s conference in Dubai to advocate ob behalf of youth among decision...
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This week, the 4th World Scout Education Congress will bring together more than 500 thought leaders, educators, academics and partners from across the World Scout Movement to explore the latest trends in education and youth development, while also co...
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As we aim to accelerate the attainment of health-related SDGs, WOSM joins the WHO Civil Society Commission to strengthen dialogue, foster collaboration and provide recommendations to support the WHO in its engagement with civil society at all levels.
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In fulfilling our duty to promote peace, World Scouting Youth Representatives have been involved in co-drafting a global youth campaign with the Global Coalition on Youth, Peace and Security to mobilize the voices of millions for global peace. Learn...
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In the heart of the 25th World Scout Jamboree, held in South Korea in August 2023, the Ban Ki-moon SDGs Ma-eul stood out as a vibrant and inclusive space where young people from around the world could discover the power of the World Organization of...
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The International Dialogue Centre – KAICIID and the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) signed on 30 October a new Memorandum of Understanding, setting a clear path to enhanced and expanded future collaboration.
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As civilian deaths continue to rise following three weeks of deadly violence, World Scouting joins the international community in calling for an immediate end to this cycle of devastating hostilities.
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The largest annual Scout event has just wrapped up a record year for participation! JOTA-JOTI saw a record 600,000 registered participants - which means a 40% increase in registration on our platform compared to last year! This includes 7000+ Scout...
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JOTA-JOTI is the largest annual gathering of Scouts across the globe! From 20-22 October 2023, Scouts in more than 150 countries will be connecting through our digital campsite and amateur radio to meet Scouts from different places, play games, learn...
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As the global Scouting community continues to witness the unprecedented escalation of violence and loss of lives in Israel and Gaza, Palestine, our hearts and thoughts go out to the many innocent children, young people, families as well as Scouts who...