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International : Malaysia 2008

SI International expedition to Malaysia

Ventures and Scouters from the the 177^thDublin, led by Chris Kearns, recently went to Malaysia to develop sensory therapy rooms for a local charity running centres for people with disabilities. The team spent Christmas working with their Malaysian colleagues.

The team of nineteen spent one year in preparation and training for this event, including training in Dublin based sensory therapy clinics and personal health and safety considerations. Participants were aged between 16 and 23.

The expedition was instigated and facilitated by the International Commissioner and Team.

Funding for the sensory therapy equipment was sourced through the World Scout Foundation and the Scout Association of Malaysia. The team fundraised a significant amount in Ireland towards the costs involved in the trip.

One team leader had significant experience in the area of sensory therapy. The team were seen as representatives, not just of Scouting, but of all things Irish.

A full report is to follow shortly and will be available to all interested parties.

If you are interested in organising or learning about expeditions, contact your Provincial International Co-ordinator or the International Team at international@scouts.ie.