CEO and Chief Volunteers Network Meeting: Empowering sustainable change across Europe

The recent CEO and Chief Volunteers Network Meeting at Gilwell Park, United Kingdom, brought together over 40 top executives and volunteers from 23 National Scout Organizations. The focus? Exploring the integration of sustainability into the strategies and operations of Scout Organizations and Associations.

 

From February 9-11, this gathering saw 44 participants representing 23 European countries engage in meaningful discussions, forge valuable connections, and exchange best practices. Amidst this collaborative atmosphere, innovative ideas flourished, enriching the event with fresh perspectives. Moreover, the agenda expanded to encompass the theme of organisational resilience, prompting robust dialogues on pertinent challenges facing participating organisations.

A standout moment was the address by Rebecca Craske, Groups Sustainability Manager of The Scouts, who shared insights on embedding sustainability principles within scouting practices and shed light on the profound impact of Climate Change on our activities.

 

This meeting is a pivotal component of the Earth Tribe project, an initiative dedicated to transforming youth organisations into forward-thinking entities that actively contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals. By empowering young Europeans to become proactive citizens driving positive change in their communities, the project aligns closely with the overarching goals of the Erasmus+ programme, which generously supports its implementation.