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Africa partnerships and resource mobilization workshop
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National Scout Organisations need to diversify their resources by utilising the available national funding opportunities and exploring national partnerships to support Scouting while documenting and sharing their impact to enhance their credibility...

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Scouts from Slovakia pass the Peacelight to Scouts from Ukraine.

For over 20 years, every December, Scouts in Europe have passed the Peace Light across Europe as a symbol of peace, hope and unity for everyone. The Peace Light is a continuously-burning flame originating from the Grotto at the Church of the Nativity...

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A range of World Scouting clothing available at the World Scout Shop, like hoodies and t-shirts
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World Scout Bureau

World Scouting is giving away three $100 gift certificates for the World Scout Shop to Scouts who complete the survey and enter the contest at the end! Help us build a new vision and Strategy for Scouting - have your say today.

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ZHP received the EESC Civil Society Prize 2022.
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EU 2022 - source EESC

The Polish Scouting and Guiding Association has been awarded the Civil Society Prize 2022 by the European Economic and Social Committee. ZHP was recognised for humanitarian aid provided across the country: at 6 border crossings and in 147 local aid...

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A Ukrainian family of four stand outside holding boxes of shoes they just received from Scouts in Spain
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National Organization of the Scouts of Ukraine

While they may speak different languages, live in different climates, and be 3,500 kilometres apart, Scouts in Spain found ways to connect with and support their friends in Ukraine through a heartwarming project: a solidarity walk, fundraiser and...

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Thousands of Scouts gather outside during a Jamboree
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World Scout Bureau

World Scouting represents 57 million young people and adult volunteers worldwide, and nearly everyone involved is a volunteer! Adults in Scouting, parents of Scouts, community leaders, educational experts and more give their time to build...

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Romania Scouts collecting waste

As a passionate advocate for nature and the outdoors, Bianca Iloaia, a Scout from Romania, is leading efforts to raise awareness on climate change and sustainability within her Scout group and local communities.

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Interamerican Scouts gather on stage with flags from their respective countries
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World Scout Bureau

More than 180 leaders from 32 countries of the Americas meet in Paraguay for the 28th Interamerican Scout Conference, in which decisions will be made for the future of young Scouts throughout the Region.

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Scouts from Antigua & Barbuda taking part in fun activities

World Scouting on 24 November welcomed the Antigua and Barbuda Scout Association (ABSA) as the 173rd Member Organization of the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM).

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MoP Heroes 2022

Today, World Scouting is proud to honour 12 incredible young people with this year’s Messengers of Peace Heroes Award for their outstanding service and contributions towards building peace and promoting sustainable development in their communities.

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scouts helping in rescue operation in rubble

After the 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Cianjur District of the West Java Province of Indonesia on Monday afternoon, 21 November 2022, Scouts around the devastated areas grabbed their Scout neckerchief, vest and gears, then proceeded to help people in...

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Scouts in Cameroon turning waste into new products

After the Tide Turners Plastic Challenge was launched in Cameroon in March 2021, some 30,000 Scouts, Scout Leaders, beneficiaries, and members of the public eagerly attended training to learn more about how the global youth initiative could address...

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