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A little bit of self-promotion
Thank you to my friends in New York for sharing this article with me, published locally… Celebrating John May: A Trailblazer for LGBTQI+ Inclusion in Scouting The world of Scouting, often associated with outdoor adventures and community service, is also a space where values of inclusivity and diversity are nurtured. Among the champions of these…
The World Scout Jamboree and personal development
In just a few days, the Scouting world will be coming together in West Virginia, USA for the World Scout Jamboree. The word ‘Jamboree’ now firmly belongs to Scouting, I reckon. In many people’s minds, perhaps, it conjurs up sepia toned images of good, hearty fun for young people, stories being told round campfires and…
Eleven golden rules when making tea
It’s one of the most difficult decisions I have to make at the beginning of each day: Coffee or tea? Here are George Orwell’s eleven “golden” rules for the ultimate tea experience, first published in 1945. “If you look up ‘tea’ in the first cookery book that comes to hand you will probably find that…
A Young Commonwealth
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award has a presence in more than 140 countries worldwide and, as its Secretary General, I get the opportunity to meet some of the amazing young people and adults who are involved. Many of the countries I visit are members of the Commonwealth, a family of 53 nations. It…
