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Catarina gives instructions to the participants of the clean up.

Catarina Vilela, a passionate Rover from the 510-Cacilhas Scout group in Portugal’s Setúbal region, has a clear vision for cleaner shores and a stronger sense of community.

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Three participants of the 2nd European Sustainability Forum collect litter at a beach in Greece.

From October 16 to 20, over 60 participants from 28 European countries gathered in Greece for the 2nd European Sustainability Forum.

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Youth reps at UNGA

The United National General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week and Summit for the Future, held in September 2024, addressed a range of pressing global issues, from climate change to global health.

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Scouts supporting relief efforts in Lebanon

Service, leadership, and compassion have always been the foundations of Scouting. As humanitarian crises continue to impact millions of individuals and families across Palestine, Lebanon, and beyond, Scouts in the Arab Region are stepping up to...

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Scouts cleaning the beach

Through actions that include beach cleanups, community education and promotion of responsible tourism, Scouts seek to conserve the local coral reef and its biodiversity, contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals.

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Ahmad Alhendawi

The Secretary General of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), Ahmad Alhendawi, has announced that he will depart from his role in November 2024, concluding a transformational tenure that has seen unprecedented growth in the history of...

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Speakers at an event with SAP and World Scouting

The Learning and Skills for Sustainable Youth Development Dialogue Series aims to mobilise a diverse range of stakeholders to support and scale up youth initiatives, harnessing technological innovations to bridge skill gaps and promote sustainable...

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The Global Youth Mobilization model provides funding and resources to enable meaningful youth engagement, along with mentorship, coaching, and capacity building support.

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World Scouting and UNFPA’s new global partnership to empower youth leadership through health, peacebuilding, and education initiatives

New agreement will help power World Scouting’s new Health and Wellbeing initiatives, drive youth-led advocacy on comprehensive health education, and connect UNFPA’s country offices with National Scout Organizations.

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Arab Rovers enjoying scout
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Libya has faced many challenges in recent years - an armed revolt in 2011 and the devastating impacts of Storm Daniel in 2023 to name a few. Despite these challenges, it remains a country of resilience and hope, as showcased when it hosted the 22nd...

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Scouts carrying belonging through flood waters

Scouts around the world have united in an extraordinary effort to support communities devastated by disasters and conflict.

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Scouts together after leadership training

Scouting promotes youth leadership and social action through projects that advance the SDGs and transform communities. Scout youth are creating real change, contributing to a more just and sustainable future.

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Ahmad meets with Palestinian Scouts

The President of the Palestinian Scout Association, Jabreel Alrjoob, visited the World Scout Bureau in Kuala Lumpur, where he was received by Secretary General Ahmad Alhendawi, Deputy Secretary General David Berg, and other senior members of staff.

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Scouts TT on their way to Guyana
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Scouts Association of TT - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

In a world where cultural understanding is more vital than ever, Scouting stands out as a powerful force for unity. This spirit of connection was on full display when Scouts from Trinidad and Tobago embarked on an unforgettable journey to Guyana...

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