This presentation was designed and made by Team Global (Essex) ASU for use in the Essex County Scout Roadshows advertising the 23rd World Scout Jamboree.

For this reason, some of the information may not apply to yourself; and please bear in mind that although it has since been edited, it was originally designed to be presented to an audience.

こんばんは。

ようこそ世界スカウトジャンボレー説明会へ。

きてくれてありがとう。

Good Evening

Welcome to the World Scout Jamboree Information Evening

Thanks for coming

WHAT, WHY, WHEN, WHEREThe History of the Jamboree

Jamboree?

• Derived from the Swahili greeting “Jambo”

• Definition: jamboreeNoun a large gathering or celebration [origin unknown]

• Participants selected to represent their country and attend as contingents not with their normal Troop or Unit

• The highlight of a young person’s career in Scouting

Scouting becomes International• 1907 Brownsea Island experimental camp• 1908 Scouting for Boys published• 1908 Scouts throughout the Empire and in Chile• 1909 Scouting spreads to USA• BP realised an international get

together was needed• Planned for 1917• Arranged for 1920 – as soon as

possible after WWI ended

Early Jamborees

• 1920 – London, England8,000 Scouts34 countries

• 1924 – Copenhagen, Denmark5,000 Scouts34 countries

• 1929 - Arrowe Park, England“Coming of Age”50,000 Scouts69 countries

History

Interesting Facts

• There have been WSJ every 4 years since 1929 except during WWII and 1979

• 1979 - 15th WSJ in Iran cancelled

• Only three countries have hosted more than 1 WSJ England (4), Netherlands (2), Canada (2), Japan (1 + 2015)

• WSJ has been hosted in all Continents except Africa & Antarctica

• 21st WSJ 2007 – all nations where Scouting exists were represented i.e. every nation on earth except 6

Spin Offs

• Only a select few can attend a WSJ but the Jamboree experience is an important element of the Scout programme

• Every year there are many regional or local jamborees where the essence of the WSJ can be experienced on a smaller scale. e.g. Essex Jamboree.

Spin Offs

• A Join in Jamboree booklet is published with every WSJ year, containing programme activities for all sections.

• Jamboree on the air (JOTA) and Jamboree on the internet (JOTI), take place on the 3rd Weekend in October and allow those who can’t go to the WSJ itself, to meet and communicate with other scouts around the world.

• Jamboree on the trail (JOTT) is a Global Hike which takes place in May; during which Scouts all around the World will hike at the same time.

The Future

2015

Kiararahama, Japan

A Spirit of Unity

2019

West Virginia, USA, North America

Unlock a New World

PREVIOUS WORLD SCOUT JAMBOREESFocussing in on the action in Sweden, 2011 and at Hylands, 2007

Selection

In Essex, the selection process comprised of written applications, and a County-run residential selection weekend for potential participants.

Training

There are a number of residential experiences for the units.

This allows the members to bond together, and prepare themselves for their time away at the World Scout Jamboree.

These included activities designed to teach the young people valuable skills for their trip, and those which they will benefit from after the trip.

Along with fun activities to allow the young people to gel together as a group.

Departure

The Essex Contingent Leaving Hylands Park – Chelmsford, UK (the location of the 21st World Scout Jamboree); heading for Rinkaby, Sweden for the 22nd World Scout Jamboree.

http://youtu.be/oCYWKv4gNto

Multiple units moving through Heathrow Airport (and other public places) in their Formal Jamboree kit made quite an impression on the public.

Pre-Event

Before moving on the WSJ site in Sweden, all of the UK Contingent Units spent two nights and action-packed days in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The Pre-Event also consisted of a party put on specifically for the 4,000 young people in the UK Contingent.

A member of the UK contingent talks about her experience of the ‘Pre-Event’ which took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, before the 22nd WSJ.

http://youtu.be/SKIxw1S2to0

The 22nd World Scout Jamboree

The Opening Ceremony

The first time the 40,000 scouts all gather together

The Quest Zone

Activities on site included ‘traditional Scandinavian Skills’ – e.g. Axe Throwing

The Earth Zone

The Earth Zone gave participants a chance to learn about the potential consequences of one country’s actions on others

The Friendship Award

A participant from the 21st WSJ, who then went on to work in the International Service Team at the 22nd WSJ, and the designer of the award explain about the Friendship Award.

http://youtu.be/wF5W8IGiwUg

Camp in Camp

CiC was a unique element to the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden. Patrols of Scouts from the WSJ would be sent to spend time with Swedish Scout Troops as they put on Traditional Swedish camping experiences, in smaller camping locations away form the main site.

Home Hospitality

Home Hospitality takes place before or after the main WSJ. There are two types of HoHo:• Traditional HoHo – where British young

people are paired and stay with host families to experience family and social life in the host country

• Hosted Stay – where smaller groups or whole British units go to stay with Scout Groups from the host country – either alongside a regular camp, or inside their Head Quarters

Essex Scouts meeting at a Polish Scout Head Quarters

An Essex Scout’s view across the Finnish lake by which they were staying

Reunions

Reunions are an important part of the post-jamboree experience as the unit that goes to the jamboree will grow together so that many people will wish to continue their friendships long after the jamboree finishes.

The 20th WSJ in Thailand, 2002-2003

A summary of the 20th WSJ which took place in Thailand over the New Year of 2002-2003.

http://youtu.be/tW0d6W1ZxPU

23RD WORLD SCOUT JAMBOREEKiara-hama, Yamaguchi, Japan

28th July – 8th August 2015

Where:

Where:

Where:

Where:

Where:

The Site Map of the 23rd World Scout Jamboree

• Theme of 23rd WSJ is Wa – A Spirit of Unity

• Wa also represents the country of Japan and its culture

• Definition of Wa:– Peace– Harmony– Balance– Unity– Cooperation

(WA)

a Spirit of Unity

Climate

• Hot and Humid!• Average day time temperature: 30°C• Average night time temperature: 25°C

Culture

Culture

Japan’s Culture is a very broad mix of brand new technology, but also of well kept traditions.

For example, when in Tokyo, the Young People will have the opportunity to experience the busy and complex Tokyo Subway. But during the trip they will be shown traditional customs like The Tea Ceremony.

Pre-Run Camps

The 30th Asia-Pacific Region Jamboree and the 16th “Nippon” (National Japanese) Jamboree have been combined this summer to form the pre-run camp for the 23rd World Scout Jamboree.

They have taken the theme of Wa – a Spirit of Unity and British Scouts who attended this will give advice to the UK Contingent Management Team on their time in Japan this summer.

ProgrammePeace Programme

ProgrammePeace Programme

The Peace Programme will form a crucial part at the 23rd World Scout Jamboree as the 70th anniversary of Hiroshima Atom Bombing will take place during the event.

All participants will be given the opportunity to visit Hiroshima.

ProgrammeGlobal Development Village

ProgrammeGlobal Development Village

The GDV is an established Programme Zone which features at most World Jamborees and educates young people on Global Inequalities and the potential for Global Development.

ProgrammeExploring Nature

ProgrammeExploring Nature

There will be an opportunity for the patrols to explore the Japanese countryside during this activity, which may take some form of hike.

ProgrammeCross Roads of Culture

ProgrammeCross Roads of Culture

The CRC Zone is an opportunity for each country to show parts of its culture and customs to others.

ProgrammeCity of Science

ProgrammeCity of Science

The CoS is a new Programme Zone to Japan. It is anticipated that it will reflect Japan’s constantly evolving technology industries, and offer an insight into this field to those visiting the Jamboree.

ProgrammeCommunity Projects

ProgrammeCommunity Projects

The young people will also go and join in on outreach programmes to help develop local community projects.

ProgrammeWater Activities

ProgrammeWater Activities

As the Jamboree site is located on the coast, with ½ of the site edge having a beach, some of the activities will be water based.

Programme

• Arrive Tokyo from UK• Mimasu Tokyo / HoHo Japan• 23rd World Scout Jamboree: 28th July- 8th

August 2015 - 12 Days• HoHo Japan / Mimasu Tokyo• Return to UK

The UK Contingent Itinerary

Programme

• Arrive Tokyo from UK• Mimasu Tokyo / HoHo Japan• 23rd World Scout Jamboree: 28th July- 8th

August 2015 - 12 Days• HoHo Japan / Mimasu Tokyo• Return to UK

The UK Contingent Itinerary

*Mimasu is a Tokyo Experience trip which is arranged by the UK Contingent and will either happen before the Jamboree or after.

23rd World Scout JamboreeThe official promotional video for the 23rd WSJ in Japan.

http://youtu.be/c22Z2PU0mCg

FACTS AND FIGURESThe Admin Bit!

Facts and Figures

These details are the best available information, but are subject to change.

They are Relevant to the Essex Contingent, and so some details will be different for your area.

The UK Contingent

• 3,000 people in total

• 2,680 Participants and Unit Leaders • (In 67 Units)

• 300 International Service Team• 26 Contingent Support Team• 10 Contingent Management Team• 2 UK Headquarters support staff

WSJ Unit Structure

4 Adult Leaders

36 Youth Participants

Unit Leader

Participant Patrol 1

Participant Patrol 2

Participant Patrol 3

Participant Patrol 4

Unit Leader

Assistant Unit Leader

Assistant Unit Leader

Deputy Unit Leader

Patrol and Unit Allocations

Essex Scouts have been allocated 6 Patrols (made up on 9 Scouts in each). These patrols will be spread amongst two different units.

For details on what your area has been allocated, please contact your District Commissioner.

Eligibility

• Age:– On the first day of the jamboree, you need to

be: 14 but not yet 18– So you need to be born between: 28th July

1997 – 27th July 2001

Eligibility

• Age:– On the first day of the jamboree, you need to

be: 14 but not yet 18– So you need to be born between: 28th July

1997 – 27th July 2001

These dates are completely fixed. If you are too old for this Jamboree please consider an application to join the International Service Team at the 23rd WSJ. If you are too young, then wait for the 24th WSJ which will take place in North America – 2019.

How much will it cost?

Two Elements:• Headquarters Fee• Essex County Fee

Cost of the Jamboree

• 23rd World Scout Jamboree 2015:

£2 995

The ‘Headquarters Fee’

The World Scout Jamboree

Cost of the JamboreeHeadquarters Fee: What it covers

Pre-Event

Travel

Cost of the JamboreeHeadquarters Fee: What it covers

Home Hospitality

Luggage

Cost of the JamboreeHeadquarters Fee: What it covers

Uniform

Cost of the JamboreeHeadquarters Fee: What it covers

UK Contingent Tents and Camping Equipment

Food

Cost of the JamboreeHeadquarters Fee: What it covers

Cooking Equipment

Cost of the Jamboree

• Estimated to be £250

• In addition to the HQ fee, Essex Scouts also charges an extra amount to facilitate the following costs:

What it covers:• Administration• ‘Warm-up’ Events

Essex County Fee

Badges

Cost of the JamboreeEssex Fee: What it covers

Casual Unit Clothing

Reunion

Cost of the JamboreeEssex Fee: What it covers4 Training Camps – including food and activities

Cost of the Jamboree

• District or group funding– Parent fund raising

committee

• Inspiration from fundraising books

• Take on a job– Shops– Library

– Baby-sitting– Grass cutting– Car Washing

• Supermarket ‘bag-packing’

• Sponsorship / Grants

Fundraising – ways to get the money

THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR ESSEX SCOUTS

The Selection Process for Essex Scouts• Leaders are currently being selected

– Finalised in July 2013

• Written applications for participants– Received during Autumn 2013

• District selection day and interview– Late Autumn 2013

• County Selection Event– November 2013

• Units formed– By Christmas 2013

• Unit preparation (including training events)– During 2014 and into 2015

The Selection Process for Essex Scouts• Leaders are currently being selected

– Finalised in July 2013

• Written applications for participants– Received during Autumn 2013

• District selection day and interview– Late Autumn 2013

• County Selection Event– November 2013

• Units formed– By Christmas 2013

• Unit preparation (including training events)– During 2014 and into 2015

These details apply to Essex Scouts. Arrangements for other areas will be different. Please confirm arrangements with your District Commissioner.

Youth Participant Selection Considerations

• Interest in International Scouting• Ability to work in a team• Commitment to Scouting• Commitment to the whole Jamboree

experience (including all training weekends)• Responsibility to take care of self• The impact that the Jamboree will have• Ability to cope with 3 week Jamboree trip

– Having completed unit training

QUESTION TIMEPlease direct any questions that you have about the Jamboree to your District Commissioner

Baden-Powell’s Thoughts

“Brother Scouts. Differences exist between the peoples of the world in thought and sentiment, just as they do in language and physique. The Jamboree has taught us that if we exercise mutual forbearances and give and take, then there is sympathy and harmony. If it be your will, let us go forth from here fully determined that we will develop among ourselves and our boys that comradeship, through the world wide spirit of the Scout brotherhood, so that we may help to develop peace and happiness in the world and goodwill among men.”

From his closing address, 1st World Jamboree, London 1920.

This interview with a British participant at the 20th WSJ in Thailand outlines how they feel International Scouting can have a huge positive impact on the world.

http://youtu.be/kSQHY_eT55M

THANK YOU FOR WATCHINGWe hope that this inspires you to apply to go to the 23rd World Scout Jamboree