Programme

Youth Shaped Scouting in the Programme

Young people working in partnership with adults in Scouting, has always been something we have been proud of. Youth Shaped Scouting not only improves the way we Scout, but also the young people involved. Learning to speak up, be heard and work towards improving something you are passionate about is an incredible learning experience for the youngest Beaver right the way through to our eldest Network member. Here’s a reminder of the Climbing Wall of Youth Involvement

We want every young person to shape their own adventure, take on responsibility, develop skills, make decisions and influence their own Scout Programme.

There are lots of things that you can do to help this happen; from introducing section youth forums to encouraging young people to record video vlogs to share and reflect on past activities and decisions made in the section. These can be done in fun and exciting ways.

Getting young people involved in their Programmes

Youth Forums can be done through exciting activities, like the ones below. This gives young people the chance to feedback on their Programme and have fun! Here are some great activity ideas to embed Youth Shaped Scouting in your section.

Beavers

Beavers can be involved in all sorts of Programme planning and will have great ideas about what they can do in their Programme. Ask your Beavers to share their thoughts and opinions with you and remember to incorporate them when planning their Programme. Once you have done so, share the news and make sure that your Young People are aware of how and where their ideas have been included. This will boost their confidence and make them feel included and listened to.

Resources for Beavers: Beaver Scouts YouShape Postcards

Cubs

Cubs can get involved in planning their own Programme by sharing their ideas with you. Make sure you include their ideas in your Programme planning and explain to them how you have done so, so they know they have been listened to and shaped their Programme.

Resources for Cubs: Cub Scouts Youshape Postcards

Scouts

Scouts will have some great ideas of what they want to do in their Programme, so run some fun, interactive activities for them to offer feedback. Make sure they know how their ideas have been included. You could ask Patrol Leaders to help you plan and run some of the activities or ask each Patrol to plan a certain activity.

Resources for Scouts: Scout YouShape Postcards