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Scouting is a global youth movement whose purpose is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international…

In 2023, Scouts have grown together as a global Scout Movement, building greater resilience, a better world, and a strong increase in Scouting worldwide! We know the transformative power of Scouting from all angles, and the contributions of every Scout, along with countless supportive donors,…

The 38th World Scout Conference was held 14-18 July 2008 on Jeju Island, Korea. It was attended by 1189 participants from 150 countries. Hosted by the Korea Scout Association, The Conference was officially opened by Dr. Han Seung-soo, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea. Aside from the…

JOTA-JOTI is the most anticipated Scouting event of the year - and it’s on now! Discover the activities available at your fingertips this weekend. For decades, the annual Jamboree On The Air - Jamboree On The Internet (JOTA-JOTI) has brought together millions of Scouts around the world to connect…

West Virginia, USA, 25 July 2019 – World Scouting is launching its new Panda Badge today at the 24th World Scout Jamboree in partnership with WWF. The new badge aims to raise awareness among Scouts and inspire action on nature and the environment in recognition of the enormous challenges…

The two-day meeting of the Africa Scout Committee concluded today at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons. On this last day, the committee was joined by Scott Teare, the Secretary General of WOSM. A key highlight was the presentation of the updates on the progress of preparations for…

Welcoming over 6,000+ Scouts and Guides from every habitat. With an Animal Kingdom theme, our 2026 Chamboree promises to be wild. Chamboree is a week long international camp, held on the Cheshire Showground every four years. Organised by Cheshire Scouts in partnership with Girlguiding in Cheshire,…

Having friends from different parts of the world can change your life. Here's how. Friendship is one of the most meaningful human connections we know. We often find friends among neighbors, classmates, colleagues, or people we meet in activities, like Scouting or sports teams. But... have you…

In a time of crisis, millions of young people came together online to experience a special edition of JOTI - Jamboree on the Internet! This JOTI brought more than 100 activities on mental health, digital citizenship and humanitarian approaches to the homes of young people across the globe. The JOTI…

June 8, 2019 – For World Ocean’s Day, World Scouting is teaming up with UN Environment to create a new movement for action in the battle against plastic pollution.  Already, some 27,000 Scouts, Guides and university students have undertaken a new Plastic Tide Turners Challenge…