What is Scouting - Scouting fundamentals

Scouting Fundamentals

Definition

Scouting is a worldwide, educational Movement for young people which :

• contributes to the fulfillment of their potential
  
• uses a progressive and enjoyable Programme for personal development
  
• is based on a set of values.

Scouting is voluntary and accessible to all who accept the Fundamentals.

The Purpose

Scouting aims to help young people achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual (moral) potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities.

Principles

Scouting is based on the principles of :

• Duty to Self
  
• Duty to Others
  
• Duty to God.
  

These principles lead Members of the Scout Movement to believe that the world is a better place when people :

• are trustworthy, self-controlled and self-confident
  
• have self-respect and respect for others
  
• work together to serve other people and to improve society
  
• show responsibility towards the natural world and proper respect for possession and property

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
  
• making and living out their promise

Outcomes of Scouting

Scouting succeeds when members demonstrate a:

• growing sense of self-discipline and self-esteem with integrity, honesty and reliability - one who can be trusted.
  
• growing ability to get along with others as an individual and as a team member showing a sense of responsibility towards others
  
• growing determination to work with others towards the creation of a more tolerant and caring society
  
• growing understanding of the natural world in which we live, and a sense of responsibility towards it and those who live in it

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