4th World Scout Education Congress - Report

The 4th World Scouting Education Congress, one of the most significant educational events for Scouting's leadership, saw close to 500 participants from 66 National Scout Organizations gather in Paris from 1 to 3 December 2023 to exchange their research, findings, and best practices and learn about new theories and trends in the field of education and youth development. The event took place at a pivotal moment, coinciding with the development of a new Strategy for Scouting for the next decade. the strategy aims to ensure Scouting remains relevant, transformative, and adaptable for the future, striving for a sustainable, peaceful, and inclusive world shaped by young people. The timing of the Congress significantly enhanced discussions and underscored the urgent need for robust educational innovation to meet these goals.