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Presenting the Roadmap on the future of Scouting at the 4th WSEC

The 4th World Scout Education Congress concluded with a clear and collective call to action for education in Scouting to be more transformative, inclusive and innovative for millions of young people and volunteers worldwide.

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Ticket to Life at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi
World Scout Bureau Inc. / World Scouting

Ticket to Life initiative enables integration of vulnerable children and youth living in developing countries into society. It provides Scouting activities adapted to their needs to build knowledge and skills, which improves their quality of life...

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Four Scouts speak on stage during the World Non-Formal Education Forum
World Scout Bureau

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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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

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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Scouts in Ethiopia gather around a table to discuss gender equality
World Scout Bureau

Ethiopia is a country of 109 million people, more than 50% of whom are women and girls. Their developmental outcomes are significantly constrained by unequal gender power relations, and the Scouts have decided to stand in the gap and be counted as...

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WHO Civil Society Commission members, including WOSM, gather for an online meeting
World Scout Bureau

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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Rafts navigating in a river.
MCSSZ

In the heart of Hungarian Scouting history lies a tale that echoes through the ages — a story of fellowship, adventure, and the birth of scouting.

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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

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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A fleur de lis made by Scouts sitting on the grass
World Scout Bureau

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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Palestinian Scouts help support children in refugee camps in Gaza
World Scout Bureau

In the heart of war-torn Gaza, Palestinian Scouts are braving unimaginable risks to offer hope and vital aid to hundreds of children and families displaced by the ongoing war.

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Mexican Scouts organising supplies and collaborating with Mexican Red Cross
World Scout Bureau

Support Scouts de Mexico after hurricane Otis by channeling resources to Scouts' on-the-ground relief efforts and fostering resilience, solidarity, and hope in the face of overwhelming devastation.

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A group of happy Scouts from Chile helping in their community.
World Scout Bureau

IMPAKTA is an innovative project designed to empower young people and inspire them to address the local challenges they face in their communities.

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WOSM & KAICIID MoU signing

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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The purple WOSM flag flies with a blue sky in the background
World Scout Bureau

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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A group of people discuss while sitting on the grass.

The 10th edition of the Educational Methods Forum, held from 11 to 15 October 2023 in Skopje, marked a significant milestone in the journey of European scouting. With 74 participants from 26 countries representing scout organizations, the event...

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