International

Activities to choose from:

Complete your Explorer Belt.
Complete your International Friendship Award.
Take an active part in a project with an overseas aid organisation, such as UNESCO.
Take an active part in a camp in another country, for instance, a Jamboree or Moot.
Take an active part in an International Camp in the United Kingdom.
Take part in a project at a campsite abroad, for example, as part of a Euro-Steps project or Camp America.
Complete the Passport for Europe with your Unit.
Organise a series of programmes for your Unit on an international theme.
Organise a series of programmes for another Section on an international theme.
Complete any activity of a similar nature agreed beforehand with your leadership team.

Take an active part in a camp in another country - World Scout Jamboree 2011

In 2011 I was part of the UK's IST (International Service Team) Contingent to the World Scout Jamboree which was held in Rinkaby, Sweden in July and August. I didn't know what my role would be, or who I would be working with until I arrived at site. I was assigned to the Staff Cafes, where many members of the IST spent free time- meeting Scouts from many different countries and sharing their cultures and traditions. The patrol I worked with was made up of Scouts from many different countries including Finland, America and Portugal. It was such a unique experience- serving food and drinks to many people with whom I didn't share a language, but I did share a passion - Scouting. 

As well as volunteering at the event, I also had the opportunity to visit the local area including towns and beaches. I also learnt about Scouting around the world through stalls and activities run by various Scouting organisations. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity, and one which I will always remember. 

Take an active part in an International Camp in the UK

In the summer of 2013, I lead the Video Team at the Poacher International Scout and Guide Camp, held in Lincolnshire. Although I have attended Poacher before, it has never been in a team leadership capacity. The planning for this role began around 12/18 months before the event when I was appointed. In the run up I chose my team from the applicants, decided on kit, wrote filming and editing schedules- so that the team could run as smoothly as possible throughout the event. 

When at Poacher, I led the team (through some good and some challenging moments!) ensuring that all content was delivered on time to be used online and on the large screens located around the site. The experience has given me a lot of people management and organisational skills- reminding me the importance of planning for all eventualities in advance, but also making me think on my feet when the unexpected happened. 

I ensured I also had time to see friends who were also on site and enjoy the experience- meeting new people and soaking up a number of different cultures.