What is Scouting Trying to Achieve
Scouting is an international youth movement that welcomes members from all social backgrounds, faiths and cultures.
The Purpose of Scouting
The purpose of Scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.
The Scout Method
Scouting uses a Method, which is young people, in partnership with adults:
- enjoying what they are doing;
- learning by doing;
- participating in varied and progressive activities;
- making choices for themselves;
- taking responsibility for their own actions;
- working in groups;
- taking increasing responsibility for others;
- taking part in activities outdoors;
- sharing in prayer and worship;
- making and living out their Promise.
One Hundred years ago, Robert Baden-Powell started Scouting by organising a camp for 20 boys from differing backgrounds. Through this practical implementation of the aim, Scouting has become a major positive influence, helping people to become active citizens. Today with over twenty eight million members in all but 5 countries, Scouting is a great force for peace and understanding.