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Decision-making

Candidates

World Scout Committee

As WOSM’s Board of Directors, the World Scout Committee plays a central role in the organisation’s governance. Each of its 12 voting members will be elected at the 43rd World Scout Conference, and will be responsible for implementing Conference Resolutions and acting on behalf of the Conference between its meetings. The list of candidates nominated by Member Organizations to stand for election as voting members of the World Scout Committee 2024-2027 is available below.

United Arab Emirates

Dr. Salem Al Darmaki

Azerbaijan

Fatima Aliyeva

⚜️ Elected

Ghana

Victor Atipagah

Nepal

Ram Prasad Bhattarai

Brazil

Celso Thadeu Carneiro de Menezes

⚜️ Elected

Hong Kong

Mori Chi-Kin Cheng

⚜️ Elected

Curaçao

Daniël Corsen

⚜️ Elected

France

Elise Drouet

Morocco

Hamza El Hammoumi

Ukraine

Nika Gorovska

⚜️ Elected

United Kingdom

Callum Kaye

⚜️ Elected

Canada

Steve Kent

⚜️ Elected

Sweden

Julius Kramer

⚜️ Elected

Algeria

Nour Elhouda Mahmoudi

Niger

Soumana Ide Issa Maman Lamine

Belize

Reese Medina

⚜️ Elected

Liechtenstein

Martin Meier

Malaysia

Norma Noordin

⚜️ Elected

Egypt

Mohammad Omar (MO)

⚜️ Elected

Germany

Christine “Chrissy” Pollithy

Pakistan

Sarfraz Qamar

Madagascar

Sanda Rasoamahenina

United States of America

Gus Sanchez

Mexico

Ilse Lorena Vargas Vargas

⚜️ Elected

Cote d'Ivoire

Sahali Marie-Louise Charlotte Ycossie

Maldives

Maeedh Zahir

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Upholding the highest standards

WOSM is dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards in its electoral processes. The WOSM Code of Conduct for Elections outlines expected behaviours for candidates and their supporters, focusing on embodying Scouting’s spirit, while promoting free and fair elections, and guaranteeing equal opportunities for all candidates. Member Organizations are required to acknowledge the Code of Conduct for Elections and related requirements when filling out the candidate nomination form.

Nomination form

Read WOSM’s Code of Conduct for Elections and complete the training by 1 July 2024

Submit a report on campaign funds before 12 August 2024 

Candidate considerations

Before submitting a nomination, Member Organizations are encouraged to review the following considerations for candidates to the World Scout Committee. These considerations stem from the WOSM Constitution, Conference Rules of Procedure and Conference Resolutions. 

Youth leadership

The Movement is commitment to sustainable and meaningful youth leadership in decision-making. Member Organizations are encouraged to nominate candidates under the age of 30.

Gender balance

Reflecting the diversity of our global Movement, candidates who are women are encouraged to stand for election.

Number of elected candidates 

Only one voting member per Member Organization can serve on the World Scout Committee. 

Code of Conduct for Elections

Candidates and their supporters must adhere to the highest ethical standards in Scouting leadership outlined in this document and complete the Code of Conduct for Elections training.

Geographical representation

Member Organizations should keep geographical balance in mind in nominating candidates to strengthen the unity of the Movement.

Role description

Learn more about the key responsibilities, tasks, and specifications for candidates.

Membership status

Member Organizations must be in good standing with WOSM for their candidate(s) to appear on the ballot. 

Safe from Harm

Candidates must complete the required Safe from Harm training. 

Conflict of interest policy 

Elected candidates must consider the interests of the Scout Movement and adhere to standards outlined in this policy.

Training for potential World Scout Committee members

Are you passionate about making a difference in Scouting? This is your opportunity to contribute at the highest level of Scouting governance. Discover what it takes to be a World Scout Committee member and help steer the direction of Scouting worldwide. Interested candidates are encouraged to take part in our comprehensive training programme.
 
Kick off your learning by registering here (French version)! The mandatory module on the Code of Conduct for Elections (French version) is included in the training –  send your certificate of completion to [email protected] by 1 July 2024.
 

Induction and first business meeting

All elected members of the World Scout Committee are expected to attend an induction scheduled for 11-13 October 2024. The first full business meeting of the World Scout Committee is scheduled for 22-24 November 2024.