Decision-making
World Scout Events are high-profile opportunities to bring our Movement together in a one-of-a-kind educational environment where young people and volunteers can participate in Scouting activities, develop new skills, build friendships, and learn about different cultures. Events such as the World Scout Conference, Jamboree and Moot are unique in their tradition and approach, stretching back for decades into the history of the Scout Movement.
Due diligence
Each Member Organization that bids to host a World Scout Event is required to undertake an extensive due diligence process implemented by the World Scout Bureau, ensuring they are ready and have the capacity to Host a World Scout Event.
Bidding process
Through the bidding process, all bidding Member Organizations are required to abide by the WOSM Code of Conduct for bidders for World Scout Events to ensure a fair and equal decision-making process is carried out aligned with Scouting’s values.
Decision on future World Scout Event Hosts
The Host of each event is appointed by the World Scout Conference multiple years in advance to allow adequate time for planning and promotion. The 42nd World Scout Conference will decide on the Hosts of the 43rd World Scout Conference & 15th World Scout Youth Forum (2024), 17th World Scout Moot (2025) and 26th World Scout Jamboree (2027).
The World Scout Conference is the governing body of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. Taking place every three years, the Conference enables WOSM’s Member Organizations to play an active role in shaping the standards, policies and shared goals of the Scout Movement worldwide. The World Scout Youth Forum happens in advance of the Conference, giving young people a platform to learn new skills and open the door to involvement in world-level decision-making for Scouting.
The World Scout Moot takes place every four years in a different country. It is an event for senior sections (traditionally called Rovers) and other young adult members, usually gathering up to 5,000 people. Moots provide an opportunity for young adults in Scouting to meet together and take part in activities that enable them to become active global citizens. Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of the event. Individuals who are 26 years or older can take part as International Service Team members.
The World Scout Jamboree takes place every four years in a different country. It is the largest regular event organised by WOSM, usually gathering up to 40,000 people from all over the world. It is above all an educational event to promote peace and understanding. The World Scout Jamboree includes a wide variety of activities to develop new skills, learn about different cultures, and build friendships through unique camping experience. Participants must be between the ages of 14 and 17 at the time of the event. Individuals who are 18 years or older can take part as International Service Team members.
