Dear Friends in Scouting,
As we conclude the 29th Interamerican Scout Conference held in Curaçao, 2025, we are pleased to share two important outcomes: the election of the Interamerican Scout Committee and the Hosts for upcoming Interamerican Scout Events.
Interamerican Scout Committee 2025–2028
Out of thirteen candidates for voting members, eight were elected, and out of nine Youth Advisor candidates, two were elected. The elected individuals are:
Members with Voting Rights
- Diana Andrade (Mexico)
- Raúl Brusco (Uruguay)
- Yuliana Mojica (Costa Rica)
- Lizeth Rivera (El Salvador)
- Alejandra Sánchez (Paraguay)
- Fernanda Soares (Brazil)
- José Luis Vargas (Bahamas)
- Emilio Veras (Dominican Republic)
Youth Advisors
- Lucas Lahoni Arcega (Brazil)
- Daniela Pico (Ecuador)
During the first meeting on 31 October 2025, the following three (3) individuals were appointed to the Steering Committee Members of the Interamerican Scout Committee for the 2025-2028 Triennium:
- Chairperson: José Luis Vargas (Bahamas)
- First Vice-Chairperson: Diana Andrade (Mexico)
- Second Vice-Chairperson: Yuliana Mojica (Costa Rica)
We express our sincere appreciation to the 22 candidates who participated in this election and to the nominating Member Organizations for their dedication and commitment to serving Scouting in the Interamerican Region.
The Interamerican Scout Committee webpage and corresponding sections on scout.org will soon be updated with the contact details and information of the elected members with voting rights and Youth Advisors.
We extend our congratulations and best wishes to the Committee for a triennium filled with collaboration, innovation, and service to young people throughout the Americas.
Hosts of Future Interamerican Scout Events
Following the bidding and subsequent voting process conducted during the 29th Interamerican Scout Conference, we are pleased to announce the hosts for the upcoming regional events:
- 30th Interamerican Scout Conference (2028) – Asociación de Scouts del Perú (Peru)
- 18th Interamerican Scout Jamboree and 5th Interamerican Scout Camporee – JamCam (2029) – Asociación de Scouts de México (Mexico)
- 5th Interamerican Scout Moot (2030) – Asociación Scouts de Colombia (Colombia)
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all Member Organizations that submitted comprehensive and inspiring bids for consideration. Your enthusiasm and commitment continue to strengthen the unity and collaborative spirit of Scouting across the Interamerican Region.
Further information and bulletins regarding each event will be shared in due course by the respective Host Organizations, in coordination with the World Scout Bureau – Interamerica Support Centre.
For any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
Diana Carrillo
Regional Director
World Scout Bureau – Interamerica Support Centre