International Volunteer Day 2012

5th of December was set as the International Volunteer Day by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985. The theme for 2012 is ‘Celebrate Volunteering!’. International Volunteer Day offers an opportunity for volunteer organizations and individual volunteers to make visible their contributions – at local, national and international levels. United Nations Volunteers (UNV) said on their website that ‘on IVD 2012, we celebrate our commitment and hope for a better world’. The Scout Movement, with its millions of volunteers from around the world, and with a Vision of ‘Creating a Better World’, has been contributing to this goal – everyday of its existence for over 105 years now. UN Secretary General, and a Scout, Ban ki-Moon said on the occasion, ‘I applaud all people who volunteer each year for the benefit of their communities’. Click on read more for the ‘International Volunteer Day 2012’ message from Luc Panissod, outgoing Secretary General of World Scouting.

Message from Luc Panissod, Secretary General, WOSM – International Volunteer Day 2012

Volunteers are transforming their local communities through their efforts and are taking on leadership roles at various levels of Scouting. In this era of innumerable challenges, our volunteers are providing grassroots service and leadership to millions of boys and girls in more than 200 countries and territories where the Scout Movement is established.

Thanks to the contributions of many volunteers, Scouting continues to be one of the biggest youth organisations in the world. Today, after 105 years, it is still one of the most popular Movements offering a robust and up-to-date youth programme with volunteers offering value-based leadership in various capacities.

The World Scouting family relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its Mission of preparing and empowering young people to create better world. 

Volunteerism is, of course, its own reward. But the International Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to remind all volunteers out there – selflessly seeking to improve our world – that we indeed recognise and value their contributions. Personally, on my last International Volunteer Day as the Secretary General of this great Movement, I express my sincere gratitude to all my sister and brother volunteers who share their skills and talents with the Scouting world, and hope that many more will follow in their footsteps in the years, decades and centuries to come.

Volunteers are transforming their local communities through their efforts and are taking on leadership roles at various levels of Scouting. In this era of innumerable challenges, our volunteers are providing grassroots service and leadership to millions of boys and girls in more than 200 countries and territories where the Scout Movement is established.

Thanks to the contributions of many volunteers, Scouting continues to be one of the biggest youth organisations in the world. Today, after 105 years, it is still one of the most popular Movements offering a robust and up-to-date youth programme with volunteers offering value-based leadership in various capacities.

The World Scouting family relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its Mission of preparing and empowering young people to create better world. 

Volunteerism is, of course, its own reward. But the International Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to remind all volunteers out there – selflessly seeking to improve our world – that we indeed recognise and value their contributions. Personally, on my last International Volunteer Day as the Secretary General of this great Movement, I express my sincere gratitude to all my sister and brother volunteers who share their skills and talents with the Scouting world, and hope that many more will follow in their footsteps in the years, decades and centuries to come.

Thanks to the contributions of many volunteers, Scouting continues to be one of the biggest youth organisations in the world. Today, after 105 years, it is still one of the most popular Movements offering a robust and up-to-date youth programme with volunteers offering value-based leadership in various capacities.

The World Scouting family relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its Mission of preparing and empowering young people to create better world. 

Volunteerism is, of course, its own reward. But the International Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to remind all volunteers out there – selflessly seeking to improve our world – that we indeed recognise and value their contributions. Personally, on my last International Volunteer Day as the Secretary General of this great Movement, I express my sincere gratitude to all my sister and brother volunteers who share their skills and talents with the Scouting world, and hope that many more will follow in their footsteps in the years, decades and centuries to come.

The World Scouting family relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its Mission of preparing and empowering young people to create better world. 

Volunteerism is, of course, its own reward. But the International Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to remind all volunteers out there – selflessly seeking to improve our world – that we indeed recognise and value their contributions. Personally, on my last International Volunteer Day as the Secretary General of this great Movement, I express my sincere gratitude to all my sister and brother volunteers who share their skills and talents with the Scouting world, and hope that many more will follow in their footsteps in the years, decades and centuries to come.

Volunteerism is, of course, its own reward. But the International Volunteer Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to remind all volunteers out there – selflessly seeking to improve our world – that we indeed recognise and value their contributions. Personally, on my last International Volunteer Day as the Secretary General of this great Movement, I express my sincere gratitude to all my sister and brother volunteers who share their skills and talents with the Scouting world, and hope that many more will follow in their footsteps in the years, decades and centuries to come.

Every day, millions of volunteers across the globe who are committed to the core values of Scouting contribute through their competencies, skills and resources, to make a big impact on the Scout Movement, despite everything – despite crises and conflicts, and despite many challenges we face in the world today – so that young people are empowered to make the world a better place. 

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Regional Meeting of the Communications Network

The headquarters of the Scouts of Colombia in Bogotá, served as a meeting point for the Regional Meeting of the Communications Network, on 20, 21 and 22 July.

Was attended by 14 countries of the Region: Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico, Canada, Paraguay, Belize, Curaçao, Aruba, Peru, Venezuela, Guatemala and Colombia the host, the presence of 23 representatives of these NSOs, along with Dan Ownby Vice President of the World Scout Committee, Steve Kent member of the Interamerican Scout Committee and Bruno Chambardon director of Communications and External Relations of the World Scout Bureau-Central Office. It was led by Raúl A. V. Sánchez Regional Director and José Gabriel Criollo, Director of Institutional Development.

The meeting established terms of reference in communications, such as the message that should generate the Scout Movement and the means through which pass the Scout Brand and the importance of making proper use of it, since it is the unifying and distinctive element of our messages, among many other topics, all of great importance and relevance. There was also a space on the agenda for the presentations of the NSO, they show jobs that have been developed in the area and share experiences.

The next Meeting of the Communications Network will take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina in September 2013, as a prelude to the Conference of the Interamerican Region.

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13th Wood Badge Advanced Course

Everything seemed happiness in 13th Wood Badge Advanced Course to be held in Belize Scout School Camp “Camp Oakley “. The 14 participants came together and soon began the sessions of the course, however the approach of Hurricane Ernesto made ​​the course had to be canceled for a couple of days. All returned to their homes in order to be prepared for the entry of the hurricane.

During those days we were working in the National Office, following closely the path of the Hurricane, according to forecasts.

Finally the alert happened, luckily the hurricane had taken another route and the country was safe, everything returned to normal. It was then that the particpants were again summoned to be present at Camp Oakley, and thereby able to complete the course.

With great courage and joy all returned to the camp site, one by one the sessions were conducted. On Saturday we had a visit of cubs and scouts who enjoyed an activity prepared by the course participants.

On Sunday, the end came with a tinge of sadness at the closing ceremony. Moving words shared by several of the participants and especially by the director of the course, more than one person who made ​​us mourn.

It was a great experience that I could share with the Scouts of Belize, thanks for inviting me to live such great moments.

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Regional Seminar of Educational Methods 2012

From August 31 to September 2, 33 participants representing eight National Scout Organizations (NSOs) of the Interamerican Scout Region met at Iztarú Camp School, of the Association of Guides and Scouts of Costa Rica, to carry out the Regional Seminar Educational of Methods 2012.

João Armando Gonçalves, member of the World Scout Committee, and delegate to the area of ​​Educational Methods, attended the event and there he shared with the audience the strategic vision of the World Organization of the Scout Movement in the areas of Youth Programme and Adults in Scouting.

For three days, participants in the area of ​​Youth Programme worked hard in obtaining the following products:

• Answers to questions generating consensus on the definition of the Regional Policy Youth Programme.

• Functions and features of the leader in charge of facilitating the Youth Programme.

• Summary table of the problems in the implementation of the Youth Programme in NSOs in Interamerican Region.

• Problems and advantages of the methodologies of Youth Programme based on fixed and variable content.

• Format to report successful experiences in the implementation of the Youth Programme.

We thank all participants for their great spirit of collaboration to build the Youth ProgrammeAu that our countries need.

Video Costa Rica 2012

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Cairo International Scout Centre

The Cairo International Scout Centre welcomes all Scouts, non-scout organisations and individual guests. It is a beautiful six-floor building next to Cairo Stadium, designed for the comfort of all its guests and to provide all facilities for effective and successful meetings and conferences. It is located 15 minutes from Cairo International Airport and 20 minutes from downtown and has full access to private and public transportation.

Residence and Accommodation

The Cairo International Scout Centre can accommodate up to 80 people in single and double rooms. Each room is air-conditioned and provided with private bathroom, telephone, TV and two indoor video channels and a minibar. Restaurant Cafeteria with a fully equipped kitchen can prepare meals to suit all tastes and nationalities.

Conference and Training Centre

The Cairo International Scout Centre is ideal place for conferences, meetings and training seminars. The formal Conference Room, with comfortable seats for 130 people are equipped for simultaneous interpretation of up to three Languages. The Training Centre also has a symposium room and several rooms for small group working sessions. Other Services include professional audio-visual equipment / administration, technical and secretarial support / in-house print and fast photocopying / business center with international telephone and fax, telex as well as internet access.

Reservation and bookings

Please contact the World Scout Bureau – Arab Office for more information about the Cairo International Scout Centre, reservations and bookings.

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Kandersteg International Scout Centre

Kandersteg International Scout Centre began in 1923 with Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who, after the first World Scout Jamboree had a dream about a place where all Scouts from all over the world could meet. His dream came true and now you have the opportunity to visit Kandersteg International Scout Centre and live your Dream!

The Centre is open to Scouts all year round, as well as to non-Scouts for most of the year. Our website is divided into 6 sections, based on the different parts of the Centre. There is a lot of information available in each area, with more available in different languages for you to download.

Kandersteg’s own website, www.kisc.ch

Postal Address

Kandersteg International Scout Centre 

CH – 3718 Kandersteg 

Switzerland 

Tel. +41 33 675 82 82 

Fax. +41 33 675 82 89

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14th World Scout Moot

The 14th World Scout Moot will take place at Awacamenj Mino Camp, Québec, Canada from 8 – 18 August 2013.

The host organization, l’Association des Scouts du Canada, is eagerly preparing to welcome up to 5,000 young adults from around the world to Canada for this once-in-a-lifetime Scouting experience! Participation is open to members of all National Scout Organizations between the ages of 18 and 25 inclusive. Those aged 26 and over are encouraged to attend the Moot as members of the International Service Team.

For further information and promotional material, see the Moot website

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New Secretary General of World Scouting

Scott Teare is the new Secretary General of World Scouting

The World Scout Committee has announced the new Secretary General for the World Organization of the Scout Movement. Scott Teare from the United States of America is the new Secretary General of World Scouting. Scott is currently the Director of the International Division of Boy Scouts of America. He is a tireless advocate for World Scouting and has successfully kept the torch of World Scouting lit within Boy Scouts of America among its Board Members and Officers for many years.

As one of Boy Scouts of America’s World Scouting ambassadors, Scott Teare – also recently awarded the Bronze Wolf – has contributed significantly to establishing and applying the Association’s international policy. He has established diplomatic contacts, maintained relations and represented Boy Scouts of America with American businesses operating abroad, foreign embassies, key government leaders, heads of states and royal family members in an effort to provide sustained financial support and membership growth for World Scouting.

Scott has negotiated and established beneficial relationships with other National Scout Organizations around the world; and advised and supported Boy Scouts of America officers and leaders who are actively involved in international Scouting commitments, including Regional and World Scout Committees and subcommittees, and Regional and World Scout Foundations. His direct involvement in supporting the Interamerican Scout Region, especially in setting up the new Regional Office in Panama, has been especially noteworthy.

The new Secretary General will take office on 1st January 2013 at the World Scout Bureau Central Office.

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Bronze Wolf Awardees for 2012

World Scout Committee announces ‘Bronze Wolf’ awardees list for 2012 

Thursday 27 September 2012

The Bronze Wolf is awarded to an individual in recognition of outstanding services to International Scouting. The award was instituted by the then ‘International Committee’ at their meeting in Stockholm on 2 August 1935 which unanimously awarded the first Bronze Wolf to the Chief Scout of the World, Lord Baden-Powell.

The World Scout Committee has awarded the Bronze Wolf to seven persons for 2012:

• Mr. Habibul Alam, Bangladesh

• Mr. Georges El-Ghorayeb, Lebanon

• Dr. Zuhair Ghunaim, Saudi Arabia

• Mr. Yoritake Matsudaira, Japan

• Ms. Maggie Shaddick, Canada

• Mr. Scott Teare, United States of America

• Mr. Derek Twine, The United Kingdom

World Scouting congratulates all the awardees.

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