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This session focuses on providing information and referrals to individuals seeking additional support. The facilitator may provide guidance on identifying appropriate resources, making referrals, and following up with individuals to ensure they have received the help they need.

The S.C.O.U.T. model fulfils two needs:

• Get the conversation going (this is done in S.C. steps)
• Gather enough information to determine the next steps(this is done in O.U.T. steps)

  For any WOSM event, Listening Ears should use this form during or after each encounter they may have. We encourage Listening ears to take notes with a pen and paper during the encounter and complete the online version of the form later.

The Listening Ear’s role is to guide and support a Scout in need, whether the Scout is faced with a risk of harm or experiencing discomfort at the event.

  Find in this interactive guide all the key elements to take into account for the implementation of Safe from Harm in your NSO. Access all the links in the guide to find reference documents and suggestions on how to develop each of the elements in all areas of your NSO.

As part of implementing the World Triennial Plan 2021-2024 and Conference Resolution 2021-09, a project team was established by the World Scout Committee in September 2022 to review and consider innovations for WOSM events.

In September 2023, the World Scout Committee appointed an independent Review Panel to conduct a thorough review of the events associated with the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Korea and to provide a comprehensive report highlighting learnings and recommendations.