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Could the World Scout Jamboree Be for You? The World Scout Jamboree is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, with tens of thousands of Scouts from all over the world. It’s about making new friends, trying new things, learning about different cultures, and discovering what you’re capable of. But it’s also a big commitment. It takes time, energy, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. This experience isn’t right for everyone, and that’s okay. There are lots of other amazing opportunities in Scouting, too. This description is here to help you decide if applying for the Jamboree is something you’d enjoy and grow from. What Kind of Young People Are We Looking For? There’s no such thing as a “perfect” Jamboree participant. We’re not looking for the loudest, the most confident, or the most experienced. We’re looking for a mix of people who are ready to: Be part of a team – listen, support others, and work together Try new things – even if they feel a bit scary at first Be open-minded – meet people from different backgrounds and cultures Get stuck in – whether it’s cooking dinner, putting up tents, or joining in activities Grow – learn about yourself, challenge yourself, and come back with stories to tell You don’t need to have done anything like this before. You just need to be up for the journey and be born between 30 July 2009 and 30 July 2013. What You’ll Be Expected to Do If you’re selected, you’ll be part of a Unit with other young people from your area. You’ll: Take part in training weekends and team-building activities Help fundraise for your place and support others in doing the same Represent your community and the UK at an international event Be ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a bit muddy! Still Not Sure? That’s okay. Talk to your leaders, your family, or someone who’s been to a Jamboree before. Ask questions. Think about what excites you and what worries you. This might be the right adventure for you, or it might not be. Either way, there’s something in Scouting for everyone.

Engage '26 20-22 February 2026 A virtual weekend to support BSO leaders in providing a varied and engaging programme for young members and an opportunity to get to meet other leaders. The aim is to provide a weekend of virtual events including variety of workshops, discussion rooms and presentations plus fun and social activities giving everyone the opportunity to learn from and engage with other BSO leaders. A timetable of events will be shared, ensuring everyone whatever their location or time-zone is able to join in. To help our planning please complete this form if you are interested in attending or have any ideas or suggestions for what you would like to see included: Expression of interest form https://tinyurl.com/Engage26-BSO If you would like to join the organising team, please contact emma.nalson@britishscoutingoverseas.org.uk

About the role We’re looking for a volunteer to support learning and the development of our volunteers across the Area. The role will focus on supporting our adult volunteers, coordinate and implement learning opportunities for those leaders across the area who wish to work towards their wood badge ( Branching Out) . Ensuring that we provide quality Scouting for our young people.

Last Week, 1st Bahrain (St. Christophers) and Bahrain Explorers proudly celebrated the 2025 Awards Ceremony.

We’re excited to officially announce the leadership team who will be guiding the Overseas UK Scouts Unit 1 to the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Poland in 2027 for British Scouting Overseas & Gibraltar Scouts.✨

About the role We're looking for a our leadership team for the 2026 BSO Summer Camp to the Swedish National Jamboree . We are recruiting now for a Team Leader and Deputy Team Leader for this camp, with those wishing to attend as a Team member able to register an expression of interest. A further round of team member recruitment may take place at a later date. When? 25 July – 1 August, 2026. Where? Norra Åsum, just outside the city of Kristianstad in Skåne, the most southern region of Sweden. The camp site is close to where the World Scout Jamboree was held in 2011.

About the role We're looking for a BSO Team Member to play a key role in supporting with the management of our Microsoft 365 tenant, managing users, supporting users and helping team members to utilise the suite of tolls to their potential. The role will focus on responding to support tickets and being part of our first line support for our 300+ users.