International Friendship

The International Friendship Award is about developing friendships, but not just international ones! Its aim is to bring a Group together to encourage friendship and links, both internally and internationally. By working together on this Award, everyone will grow in understanding and respect for each other. They will also make new friends and find out about people living in other countries.

The International Friendship Award opens up new horizons in the Programme for all Sections, and can be worked towards at the same time as the Global Challenge.

The aims of the International Friendship Award are to:

· promote international activities for each Section and projects for Explorer Scouts and the Scout Network

· promote activities between the Sections

· support the international focus in the Programme

· ensure there is a positive influence on everyone taking part

· have a long-term benefit for people living in another country.

Examples of projects might include:

· supporting the development of Scouting in Russia

· supporting Street Scouts in Kenya.

With this Award there is an opportunity to be involved with organisations and agencies. Also, there is the chance to promote international awareness and activities across all Sections.