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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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Steph Fawdry

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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World Scout Bureau Inc. / World Scouting

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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Scouts smile at the 43rd World Scout Conference

The 43rd World Scout Conference drew to a close on 23 August, capping off seven days packed with meaningful decision-making which will set the direction of the Scout Movement for years to come.

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WSC Chairs

Daniël Corsen of Curaçao has been selected as the Chairperson of the World Scout Committee for the 2024-2027 triennium alongside Mori Chi-Kin Cheng of Hong Kong and Julius Kramer of Sweden who will serve as the Committee’s two Vice-Chairpersons.

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ILT Burundi 2024
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34 young people from 23 African countries took part in the Regional International Leadership Training (ILT) held from 2 to 6 August 2024 on the sidelines of the 9th Africa Scout Jamboree in Gitega, Burundi. The ILT aims to enhance youth leadership...

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The UN Deputy Secretary-General speaks with young Scouts attending the Conference.
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World Scout Bureau - Enrique Leon

The 43rd World Scout Conference has seen a remarkable engagement with global leaders, highlighted by a powerful keynote address from Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations.

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Denmark National Scout Jamboree 2022 stage.

The Danish Scout Council will host the 27th World Scout Jamboree in Denmark in 2031. The Danish Scout Council was appointed the Host of the 2031 Jamboree by the 43rd World Scout Conference following a vote by Member Organizations.

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