Social Impact
Scouting plays a pivotal role in shaping the fabric of society by nurturing personal growth and development of the young people, empowering them with essential life skills. These skills form the foundation for resilient individuals and active global citizens making a difference in their contexts.
Across generations, the impact of Scouting has been shared through stories of humanitarian action, community development, and personal transformation., and while these narratives demonstrate the powerful influence of Scouting, truly elevating our work requires more than anecdotes, and calls for rigorous measurement.This is why measuring social impact is vital. By capturing and evaluating Scouting outcomes, National Scout Organizations can spotlight their achievements, uncover opportunities for growth, and shape programs that deliver even greater change.
Our work is guided by the global Strategy for Scouting, with the movement aspiring by 2033, to become "the world’s most inspiring and inclusive youth movement creating transformative learning experiences for every young person, everywhere" . By embedding social impact measurement into NSO practices, your organization not only strengthens its programs, but also becomes a reflection of the movement’s global strategic ambitions. Measuring outcomes empowers NSOs to integrate impact measurement into your work, connecting your efforts to global aspirations, catalyzing transformation, and advancing Scouting’s commitment to creating a better world.
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Measure Scouting’s impact on youth development and their contribution as active citizens
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Measuring social impact
The Social Impact Service provides National Scout Organizations (NSOs) with the opportunity to be supported by trained WOSM consultants in planning, organizing, and implementing the measurement of Scouting’s impact on their members. The insights gained from impact measurement can strengthen NSOs in multiple areas, from enhancing the youth programme to reinforcing advocacy and external relations.
By measuring and understanding impact, NSOs are also able to:
- Strengthen partnerships and deepen community trust through credible evidence.
- Enhance strategic planning by aligning local actions with the Movement’s forward-looking vision.
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Consultant shoutout
from the European Scout Region
for supporting the development and refinement of a new social impact measurement methodology.
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