The European Scout and Guide Conference is a joint event organized by the Europe Region of the World Organisation of the Scout Movement (WOSM) and the Europe Region of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). It serves as the primary decision-making and collaboration platform for the national Scout and Guide organizations across Europe.
The Conference takes place every three years and brings together member organizations of both WOSM and WAGGGS in the European region. Delegates discuss and decide on regional strategies, policies, and projects. They also elect regional committees. The event emphasizes collaboration between Scouts and Guides, fostering partnerships, joint initiatives, and shared values like inclusivity, youth empowerment, and sustainability. Alongside formal sessions, the event includes workshops, networking opportunities, and educational activities.
Additional Details
The 18th European Guide and Scout Conference will be held from July 19 to 23, 2025, in Vienna, Austria. The conference theme is “Meeting in the Middle”, which reflects the location of the event being in the centre of Europe.
Delegation Profile
Scouting Ireland’s delegation to the European Scout Conference will consist of 6 people. 3 of these places will be filled by this open call. There is no age limitation for members of the delegation, but if there are more suitable applicants than available spaces in the delegation, preference will be given during the selection process to ensure adequate youth representation is achieved.
Applicants are required to:
· Be a registered member of Scouting Ireland.
· Be aged 18 years or older.
· Demonstrate a knowledge of current policies and procedures in Scouting Ireland.
· Demonstrate an interest in and awareness of current developments in World Scouting.
· Be available to attend in-person for the full event (19th – 23rd July).
· Be available to attend the in-person preparation events (18th May) & (20th – 22nd June).
· Be willing to engage in pre-reading and online meetings and webinars from May – July.
· Commit to contributing to the final report after the Conference, to be completed no later than 19th September.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted through the current open call. Depending on the applications received, an interview panel may be convened.
🗓 Deadline for applications: 11th May
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