International: introduction

International activities and international understanding are an integral part of being a Scout.

The UK Scout Association is part of a worldwide movement - there are Scout Associations in 216 countries and territories, and we are all member of the World Organisation of Scout Movements (WOSM).

International Scouting is a very broad term and can involve everything from going on an expedition to another country to learning about cultures and traditions in your weekly programme.

The pages should help you to:

• Get tips on planning a trip away

• Find out about international volunteering opportunities

• Get a wider understanding about some of the issues affecting the world

• Find out about Scouting all over the world

• Take up challenges that could see you travel around the globe

• See what links we have all over the world to show you the full, global Scouting experience

If you are planning a visit abroad you can find all the information you need including relevant forms on www.scouts.org.uk/visitsabroad