www.scouts.scot/strategy

Scouting can be, and always has been, a solution to society’s issues… ‘We are a Movement, not an organisation. We change with the times but we continue to inculcate the spirit and the daily practice of helping others, unselfish goodwill and co-operation.’ Robert Baden-Powell

Preparing Better Futures in Scotland; Delivering Skills for Life A draft Strategic Plan 2018-2023 Include Jagz surname

Across generations, Scouting has proved a powerful force for good, bringing communities together and contributing to society. But it has always had one aim above all others: to prepare young people for the future.

The journey so far How the plan has developed Include Jagz surname

A collaborative process across the UK Over 5,000 adult volunteers consulted Over 200 people in District/County/Region roles and across the nations Over 6,000 young people consulted Members of the public and key influencers

In Scotland Scouts Scotland has worked closely with The Scout Association to share feedback from members and adapt the UK strategy to be relevant and achievable in Scotland Scouts Scotland will support and engage with UK projects and initiatives to ensure that they will work in Scotland, and that the views of Scottish members are included and considered

The world around us And what Scouting can offer Include Jagz surname

The world around us And what Scouting can offer Bringing communities together Include Jagz surname

Changing times; fragmented communities Major shifts in local, national and global politics In polarised communities, Scouting has a powerful role in bringing communities together In a crisis of wellbeing, Scouting gives chances to every young person regardless of background

In challenging times Scouting offers Better futures Social and generational divisions Community, shared experiences and social mixing Better social integration Lack of opportunity and social mobility Character, practical and employability skills Better social mobility A crisis of wellbeing Fun, happiness and friendship Better wellbeing Desire for more civic participation Opportunities for social action Better civic participation

Our promise to the future Scouting in 2023 Include Jagz surname

Across generations, Scouting has proved a powerful force for good, bringing people together and contributing to society. But it has always had one aim above all others: to prepare young people for the future. Helping young people get on in life

By 2023 Scouting will have helped… bring communities closer together (social integration) more young people to get on in life (social mobility) more young people to feel better about themselves (wellbeing) more young people to play a full part in their communities, making a positive contribution to society (civic participation)

By 2023 in Scotland we will have … 5,000 more children and young people in Scouting 1,000 more section leaders (including section assistants) 500 more Young Leaders Started 200 new sections reaching young people who could benefit most At least 20,000 young people each year making a positive impact in their community At least 20,000 young people each year shaping their Scouting experience

Our vision By 2023 we will prepare better futures by equipping 44,000 young people with skills for life (character, practical and employability skills). They will be enjoy better wellbeing and play a full part in their communities.

Our mission Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

Our values We act with care, respect, integrity, cooperation, exploring our own and others’ beliefs.

Our strategic objectives As a movement we aim to grow, become more inclusive and youth shaped, while making a positive impact in our communities.

Programme Include Jagz surname

Programme A fun, enjoyable, high quality, consistently delivered programme, supported by simple tools. Include Jagz surname

Supporting delivery of a quality programme… Major digital investment to aid programme planning Ready made programmes ‘off the shelf’ Digital tools to help keep track of Scouting’s progress, to capture and measure impact Focus on developing amazing section leaders with practical Scouting skills Programme opportunities and resources through our outdoor and adventure offering

Review the offer for 14-25 year olds… We will support: Review provision for 14-25 year olds, ensuring continued support for Young Leaders Ensure clearer links to employability skills and support for 14-18 year olds to articulate these Explore partnerships that enhance the programme including DofE, The Awards Network, and Education Scotland

People Include Jagz surname

People More, well trained, better supported, motivated adult volunteers from different backgrounds, delivering Scouting to more young people from different backgrounds. Include Jagz surname

Improve the volunteer journey… Transform adult recruitment Make training simpler using digital tools to enhance the experience Practical tools to deliver a challenging and adventurous programme Clearer, more accessible self service online member resources and information

Extend our reach… Explore early years provision (under 6) Extend Scouting in schools, enabling us to deliver Scouting to more young people of different backgrounds Reach more underrepresented communities Improve the joining process for young people

Perception Include Jagz surname

Perception Scouting is more clearly understood, more visible, trusted, respected and widely seen as playing a key role in today’s society (improved reach, relevance and reputation). Include Jagz surname

Transforming our image… Brand review focusing on Skills for Life, helping people better understand the benefits of Scouting Provide tools and resources to increase local awareness and engagement Uniform reviewed by 2023 (starting with Explorers) to ensure it remains relevant and inclusive

What will continue … Focus on safeguarding Digital improvement Good governance A Million Hands with new issues and new partners, while also supporting those who tackle issues chosen locally Key Scouting events in Scotland, UK, Europe, and beyond Staff development, Investors in People, Investors in Young People, and Investors in Volunteering

What will continue … Develop our activity centres as centres of excellence to support our programme and provide a resource to the wider outdoor community Grow our local development resource to introduce Scouting to new locations and communities across Scotland Diversify our income streams and ensure sound financial planning

Feedback What do you think?

Car park Your thoughts, comments and feedback on the proposed strategic plan Throughout the meeting when points of feedback are raised on the content or delivery of the proposed strategic plan these will be written up onto the Car park flip chart. At the end of the meeting we will review these and choose the top three to submit to headquarters

Question 1 The right priorities Question 1 The right priorities? Your thoughts, comments and feedback on the proposed strategic plan

To what extent do you agree with the following: Line up/Voting cards… To what extent do you agree with the following: The proposed strategic plan identifies the right priorities for young people currently in Scouting. The proposed strategic plan identifies the right priorities for young people not yet in Scouting. The proposed strategic plan identifies the right priorities for adult volunteers. The proposed strategic plan identifies the right priorities for helping wider society. We support the proposed strategic plan. On a scale of Strongly Disagree – Strongly Agree

Question 2 What is most exciting Question 2 What is most exciting? What do think particularly stands out as an exciting initiative? What will particularly motivate you?

Question 3 What would you prioritise Question 3 What would you prioritise? What do you think is most important to start delivering right away?

19 proposed initiatives Delivering a quality programme: major digital investment to aid programme planning ready-made programmes ‘off the shelf’ digital tools to help keep track of Scouting progress, capture and measure impact focus on developing amazing section leaders with practical Scouting skills programme opportunities and resources through our outdoor and adventure offering

19 proposed initiatives Offer for 14-25 year olds: 6. review provision for 14-25 year olds 7. ensure clearer links to employability skills 8. explore partnerships that enhance the programme

19 proposed initiatives Improve the volunteer journey: 9. transform adult recruitment 10. make training simpler using digital tools to enhance the experience 11. practical tools to deliver a challenging and adventurous programme 12. clearer, more accessible, self-service online member resources and information

19 proposed initiatives Extend our reach: 13. explore early years provision (under 6 years old) 14. extend Scouting in schools 15. reach more underrepresented communities 16. improve the joining process for young people

19 proposed initiatives Transforming our image: 17. brand review focused on providing skills for life 18. provide tools and resources to promote the benefits of Scouting 19. uniform review by 2023 (starting with Explorers)

Favourite pizza… What is most exciting? In your discussion groups agree what your favourite three initiatives are

Voting dots… What is most exciting? Each person has three voting dots/stars On the 19 initiatives presented on the wall, place a dot/star of the one you think is most exciting

Packing your rucksack… What would you prioritise? In your discussion groups, agree what three initiatives you want to prioritise

What would you prioritise? Debate… What would you prioritise? Think of the top initiatives you want the Movement to prioritise Find another person and discuss and agree just one priority between you Find another pair and discuss and agree just one priority between you Find another group of four and discuss and agree just one priority between you ….Feedback

What’s at the top of the ladder? What would you prioritise? In your discussion groups, agree the order you would prioritise the 19 initiatives based on what you want the Movement to do

Question 4 Is there anything else that needs to be considered for delivering this plan in Scotland? Think about our people, our structures, our communities, our education system and our geography etc.

Graffiti wall… Is there anything in this plan that you think should be different in Scotland? In your discussion groups, agree between you up to FIVE pieces of feedback Draw/doodle your feedback on your graffiti wall

Question 5 Your views Your thoughts, comments and feedback on the proposed strategic plan

Car park… Are there any other views on the proposed strategic plan that you think are important to feedback? You can do this at any point in your meeting At the end of the meeting, as a whole group, agree the top three you want to feedback

‘Look wide, and even when you think you are looking wide, look wider still!’ Robert Baden-Powell