World Scout Conference

World Scout Conference 2017 Azerbaijan, Person speaking in plenary
© WSB Inc. / Enrique Leon

World Scout Conference

The World Scout Conference is the governing body or general assembly of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM). It takes place every three years and provides an opportunity for Member Organizations to play an active role in shaping the standards, policies, and shared goals of the Scout Movement worldwide. 

The Conference defines the general policy of WOSM and takes decisions to advance the purpose and interests of the Scout Movement. It also elects the voting members of the World Scout Committee, admits new Member Organizations to the Movement, and decides the host countries of future World Scout Events.

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NSO Egypt

43rd World Scout Conference

Our next Conference will be held in Cairo, Egypt on 17 - 23 August 2024. It will feature an exciting programme that will inspire and empower with thought-provoking plenary sessions and enlightening keynote speeches from prominent leaders. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage in interactive workshops and gatherings that foster collaboration, learning, and innovation. 

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Four Scouts speak on stage during the World Non-Formal Education Forum
World Scout Bureau
5 minutes
The white patch on the mountains behind me is what remains of the Kanderfirn glacier, which has been receding for decades due to excessive heat.
World Scout Bureau
5 minutes
Scouts in Ethiopia gather around a table to discuss gender equality
World Scout Bureau
6 minutes
WHO Civil Society Commission members, including WOSM, gather for an online meeting
World Scout Bureau
3 minutes
Rafts navigating in a river.
MCSSZ
3 minutes
Scouts and UNICEF partners gather around a table in an SDG tent at the World Scout Jamboree while giving a tour to Mr. Ban Ki-moon
World Scout Bureau
5 minutes
the chair of the world scout youth forum sitting
World Scout Bureau - Enrique Leon
participants watching the live stream of the youth forum 2021
a delegate addressing the conference
World Scout Bureau - Enrique Leon
delegates doing some activities at the plenary
© World Scout Bureau Inc. / Enrique Leon

Photo from World Scout Conferences and Youth Forums

Look back at some of the best moments from past Conference and Youth Forum events.

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Resources

  • 42nd World Scout Conference and 14th World Scout Youth Forum Report
    42nd World Scout Conference and 14th World Scout Youth Forum Report
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  • Guidelines for Organising Sustainable Events
    Guidelines for Organising Sustainable Events
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  • ESC Team Charter 2022-2025
    ESC Team Charter 2022-2025
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