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Les Scouts du Cameroun

Summary

Les Scouts du Cameroun is the national Scouting organization of Cameroon. Scouting in Cameroon was started in 1937. The association was founded in 1973 through the merger of five predecessors. Cameroonese Scouting became a member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement in 1971. The coeducational "Scouts du Cameroun" has 8,859 members as of 2021.[1]

Les Scouts du Cameroun
Scouts of Cameroon
CountryCameroon
Founded1973
Membership8,859
AffiliationWorld Organization of the Scout Movement
Website
scoutscmr.teria.org
 Scouting portal

Scouting in Cameroon is noted for its emphasis on community service, good citizenship and many conservation projects.

In 1981, Solomon T. Muna was awarded the Bronze Wolf, the only distinction of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, awarded by the World Scout Committee for exceptional services to world Scouting.

Program edit

The organization is divided in four sections according to age:

  • Louveteaux (Cub Scouts) - ages 6 to 11
  • Éclaireurs (Scouts) - ages 11 to 15
  • Scouts aînés (Senior Scouts) - ages 15 to 19
  • Routiers (Rover Scouts) - ages 19 to 26

The Scout Motto is Sois Prêt (Be Prepared) in French.

Main Activities edit

  • National Youth Day Celebrations: Every year, on February 11, the organization celebrates National Youth Day. This is a significant event in Cameroon, dedicated to celebrating the potential of youth as partners in today's global society.[2]
  • Nationwide Presence: The Scouts have a significant presence across the country, indicating their wide reach and influence. This allows them to impact many young lives and communities throughout Cameroon.[2]
  • Scout Day: The Scouts of Cameroon commemorate Scout Day on March 13. This day is likely filled with activities that highlight the values and skills that scouting promotes.[2]
  • National Scout Council Session: The eighth ordinary session of the National Scout Council was held on May 9 in Yaoundé, the capital of Cameroon. This session likely involved strategic planning and decision-making for the organization.[2]

See also edit

References edit

  1. ^ "WOSM's Membership Census | Scout Learning Zone". learn.scout.org. Retrieved 2023-11-28.
  2. ^ a b c d "LES SCOUTS DU CAMEROUN". scoutscmr.teria.org. Retrieved 2023-11-28.

External links edit

  • Official website