It was a weekend filled with Scouting activities and fellowship that the Fraternal Escotista de Portugal held its 75th Anniversary National Activity. The event was hosted by the Moura Branch, with the invaluable participation of the Seixal Branch and guests from Group 28 of the Scouts of Portugal.
This Central America and Caribbean Gathering took place in Guatemala, from August 28-31, 2025, with the theme “Ancient in time, young at heart”. There were 72 participants from 9 countries. Argentina, CB-USA, Chile, Curaçao, Guatemala, Mexico, Netherlands, Trinidad & Tobago and Venezuela.
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From July 19th to 23rd, 2025, Vienna, Austria, hosted the European Conference of WAGGGS and WOSM – bringing together delegates from all over Europe to shape the future of Scouting and Guiding.
A regional meeting was held by some local Fellowships of the Asociación Nacional de Antiguos Scouts de México on June 21 and 22, 2025 in the Bajío zone. The Bajío (the lowland) is a cultural and geographical region within the central Mexican plateau which roughly spans from northwest of Mexico City to the main silver mines in the northern-central part of the country.
Congratulations to the Norwegian committee for organising an excellent Nordic Baltic Gathering at the beginning of June 2025. Hotell Borge and its surroundings were wonderful, and a variety of activities gave us time to get to know each other and learn about the history and culture of the area around Tønsberg. Among other things we were given a talk on the Viking ship being built by volunteers, sailed down to the World’s End on the Scouts’ boats, and enjoyed a barbecue with some lovely music and singing.
The 31st Nordic Baltic Gathering took place from 6 – 9 June 2025 in Tønsberg, Norway, on the small island, Husøy, in the Olsofjord. There were 75 participants from 8 countries: Denmark, Germany, Finland, Iceland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.
On May 18th all members of Copernica, NSGF Curaçao, celebrated with gratitude for the wonderful years behind and started its 40th Anniversary celebration with a Holy mass. Giving thanks to the Lord for so many great experiences throughout the years.
Registration for the 12th European ISGF Conference is now open. You will find the registration information and participation fees listed below. Host will be the Cyprus Scout and Guide Fellowship.
The Portuguese Catholic Adult Scout Association, Fraternidade de Nuno Álvares, celebrated its 70th anniversary with a National Activity, which took place on May 31st, in Batalha, in the center of the country.
Recently the Ghana Scout and Guide Fellowship hosted a workshop for Scout and Guide leaders. The workshop was a collaborative session where new and existing leaders learned to develop the skills needed to be effective leaders and work on personal development and educational gender equality. See this video
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