Explorers Global Issues Activity Badge

Tips

• Make it your own

  • In a Global world, it is important to be aware of the different challenges and issues that people across the world face.
  • As Scouts, it is important for us to do whatever we can to make a positive difference and change in the world and to be active global citizens.
  • Think about the ways in which you can make a real difference.
  • To get the badge, you can either try some of our example activities, or come up with your own with support from a Scouts volunteer or trusted adult. The activities should be challenging for you and take a reasonable amount of time.

• Guidance for Leaders

  Offer flexibility and encourage Explorers to tailor their badge to their interests and skill set.

  
  Everyone has different skills and experiences, so try to consider their starting point when choosing what they will achieve.

  
  As a rough guide, an Activity Badge should be achievable within 3 weeks of activities.

• Safety fundamentals for Explorers to consider

  • When taking part in adventurous activities, remember to let someone know:
    • Whereyou’re going.
    • Whoyou’re with.
    • Whattimeyou plan to be finished.
    • A plan forcommunicatingyour progress.
    • Ask forhelpif you're visiting new places or trying new activities.
  • Buddy up – take part in activities with another Explorer or friend, so you can experience and try new things together.
  • Complete your own risk assessment based on your plans and ask an adult volunteer to check it for you.

• Safety essentials for volunteers or responsible adults to manage activities safely

  • All activities for this badge must be safely managed and locally approved.
  • Volunteers must make sure they have completed a thorough risk assessment and taken appropriate steps to reduce risks.
  • Use thesafety checklistto help plan and risk assess the activity.