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This is our first issue of 2014. We have renewed energy and we have to make this a successful year with pleasant experiences. We hope you join us in this journey. We will share with you the best stories and experiences of our Interamerican Scout Region, adding, as always, articles of general interest so that we are constantly learning something new.
Raúl Sánchez Vaca Regional Director World Scout Bureau Interamerican Region
As a first reflection of the year I refer to the importance of seeking to become a complete human being. We are all aware that we have different dimensions and that only when these dimensions complement one another can we feel complete. These four dimensions are : Body, Mind, Heart and Spirit (1). The body refers to our physical dimension, all our senses and systems that work to keep us alive. The creative dimension is our mind. We can imagine, remember and solve problems using our brains. The heart represents our feelings, our emotions and finally the spirit, which is our transcendental part, where our character and our consciousness are housed. The oldest cultures of human civilization have spoken of these four dimensions. Probably the names change from one culture to another but maybe some philosophy or religion has a place that is universal. The Scout movement identifies 6 areas of development as there is: Nature, Physical Development, Creativity, Affectivity, Sociability and Spirituality. Each of these dimensions should be strengthened daily in all our areas: Personal, family, school, work, community, etc. The highest expressions for these four dimensions are: for the mind, vision, body, discipline; heart, passion and the spirit, consciousness. Vision is seeing with the mind’s eye what is possible in people, projects, causes and business. Discipline is paying the price to bring that vision to reality, doing whatever it takes for things to happen. Passion is the fire, the desire, strength of conviction and momentum that sustains the discipline to achieve the vision. Consciousness is internal, what is good in a moral sense and what is bad, the striving for meaning and input. It is the force that drives the vision, discipline and passion. (1) -. Stephen R. Covey. The 8th. Habit. Ed Paidós Mexicana, 2005.
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GREEN PLANET WHEN THE FUNCTION ENDS, NOT ALL BACK HOME ...
Although Circus shows apparently are not violent to animals actually they are sentenced to a life of hard labor as their lives become pure torture, both onstage and off. Circuses are presented as attractive, funny, and natural places, and therefore are visited by many children also attracted to animals that they can see. Unfortunately in those circuses that use animals there is another reality behind the joy and color of the tents, clowns and jugglers, a reality full of suffering, deprivation and death. Completely separated from their kind and their natural habitat in cages for eternity, they must adapt by force to the roaming of the traveling circus and touring space. This lifestyle esposes them to serious stress with dire consequences, something to which their bodies cannot always adapt.
cities like Buenos Aires, and SĂŁo Paolo, this prohibition is contemplated in its bylaws. There are many humane alternatives. The most prestigious World Circus is the Canadian Cirus du Soleil, which does not use animals in their exhibits. The Catalan Circ Cric, National Circus Award, atorgado by the Generalitat de Catalunya, does not use animals in their exhibits. What can you do? Something simple, not attend these shows, and education. Explain to your children why they do not attend the circus with animals. Teach them that forcing animals to behave in ways that many consider funny is not their nature.
BE THE VOICE OF THOSE WHO CANNOT SPEAK
A staged act is the result of a strict and cruel training, because animals should behave in a completely unnatural way, making improper activities for their species and even painful for their physiology. Something as unusual as cats jumping through fire rings, was only been able to be achieved because they have been subjected to a training based on punishment and coercion. If animals do not perform the exercises which are forced, measures such as deprivation of food and water are taken and, very often, we resort to violence, using whips, punches, electricity and other objects to remove their natural instincts and make them understand, whom to obey. Is this perhaps what causes laughter, fun and appreciation of the public? Following this comes the psychological crisis with stereotypic behavior, ie moving from side to side or repetitive blows to the head, biting the bars. Even selfmutulation are among the most common symptoms of psychological disorders that they manifest due to confinement and their treatment in circuses.
FRIENDS‌ IS HUMANE ENTERTAINMENT POSSIBLE? YES IT IS. In countries like Canada, Sweden, Denmark, Bolivia, Austria, Peru and Greece displaing animals in circuses is prohibited by law; Regarding cities, Panama City recently joined this prohibition in its metropolitan area, while in
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THE INTERAMERICAN SCOUT COMMITTEE MEETING On 17 and 18 January 2013 the members of Interamerican Scout Committee met at the Word Scout Bureau – Interamerican Office in city of Knowledge, Panama. Accompanied by several special guests This was the first regular meeting of the Interamerican Scout Committee in 2014. Leonardo Morales, who was elected as Chairman of this important body for the triennium 2014 - 2016, welcomed the five elected members at the 25th. Interamerican Scout Conference: Lorena Gudiño, Zaida Joaquin, Rosario Mayorga, Luis Silvestri and Ricardo Stuber. They joined to the 5 elected members at the 24th Interamerican Scout Conference, which will end its run at the next Conference to be held in Houston, USA, in 2016: Leonardo Morales, Steve Kent, Kent Clayburn and Rafe Lucado. The meeting was joined by others guests: Bill Wallace - Regional Treasurer, José Luis Hernandez Gallegos - Chairman of the Interamerican Scout Foundation, Aomori Matsumoto, Iliene Corsen and Tiago Lacerda Coordinator, Communications and Deputy communicator of Youth Network, respectively. Also members of the World Scout Committee were also present: Dan Ownby y Oscar Palmquist, staff from the World Scout Bureau - Central Office: David Berg, Peter Illig y Cynthia Márquez and staff from the World Scout Bureau - Interamerican Region: Mauricio Veayra, Ralf Dillmann, José Gabriel Criollo, Ronald Richardson and Luiz Mazetti.
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The meeting began on Friday 17 early, gradually were addressing the issues which have been identified on the agenda, including: Operation of the World Scout Bureau - Interamerican Region • Regional plan • Regional budget • Interamerican Scout Foundation • Integration of Committee members to the Regional Networks • Interamerican Youth Network • Messengers of Peace • Global Issues At the end of the day’s session, all together went to the bowling located in the City of Knowledge to enjoy a fun time together. On Saturday the meeting resumed and continued even addressing outstanding issues. The official photo of the attendees at this meeting was taken and the workshop was held on Messengers of Peace. The meeting left a pleasant taste in all participants; all were very proactive and immediately became involved in regional issues, which will surely result in benefits for all National Scout Organizations.
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HEALTH WORLD CANCER DAY
February 4 Cancer is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and can invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the bloodstream and lymphatic system. Cancer is not just one disease but many diseases. There are over 100 different types of cancer. Most cancers are named for the organ or cells in which they begin, such as the cancer that begins in the colon is called colon cancer, the cancer that begins in the basal cells of the skin is called baseline cell cancer. Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. For example in 2008 it caused 7.6 million deaths (around 13 % of total deaths.). Each 4 February, WHO supports International Fight Against Cancer and promote ways to ease the global burden of the disease. Preventing cancer and raising quality of life of patients are recurring themes. In past years the themes used in the World Cancer Day were:
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2008: Giving children and young people a smoke-free environment. 2009: Develop a lifestyle based on an energy-balanced healthy diet and physical activity. 2010: More information about vaccines against viruses that cause cancer (eg, HPV vaccines). 2011: Teaching children and teenagers to avoid UV exposure to become “sun smart”. 2012: Together it is possible. 2013: Cancer - Did You Know?.
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Smoking is a risk factor by itself causing a greater number of cases worldwide and causes 22% of all cancer deaths and 71 % of deaths from lung cancer. Cancer begins with the transformation of a single cell, which may have originated from external agents and inherited genetic factors . About 72 % of all cancer deaths in 2008 occurred in low and middle income countries. It is anticipated that cancer deaths worldwide will continue to increase: in 2030 about 12 million of deaths will be expected.
Cancer affects all (young and old, rich and poor, men, women and children) and represents an enormous burden on patients, families and society. It is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, especially in developing countries. However, many of these deaths are preventable. Over 30% of cancers can be prevented with a healthy life or by immunization against infections that cause (HBV, HPV). Others can be detected early, treated and cured. Even when the cancer is in terminal phase, it is possible to alleviate the suffering of patients with good palliative care.
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Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and in 2008 it was caused 7.6 million deaths (approximately 13% of total deaths.) Cancers that cause greater annual numbers of deaths are lung , stomach, liver , colon and breast . The most frequent types of cancer differ in men and women. Approximately 30% of cancer deaths are due to five factors of behavioral and dietary (high body mass index, low consumption of fruit and vegetables, lack of physical activity and consumption of tabacco and alcohol) risk and therefore , can be prevented . Infections that cause cancer, such as those caused by viruses of hepatitis B and C and human papiloma virus, are responsible for 20 % of cancer deaths in low-and middle-income countries and 7% in high-income countries .
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ENAMAS 2014 SCOUT ASOCIATION OF BOLIVIA
From 3 to 6 January the National Meeting of Scout It was a great experience to be part of this ENAMAS. Groups of Bolivia took place. The joy of the cubs could be shared and reminded us how valuable these activities for a few days are, where The beautiful city of Tarija, in the south of the we are all part of one big family. We also took the country, received over 500 Cub Scouts, from all opportunity to hold a meeting with national leaders scouts districts, to enjoy an event filled with great and commented on the support that the World Scout activities that were enjoyed to the fullest by all who Bureau - Interamerican Region can contribute to the were present . development of the Scout Association of Bolivia. An officialof the World Scout Bureau - Interamerican Thank you Scouts of Bolivia for the invite and hope to Region attended this wonderful event and was able be with you again soon. to see the quality of the programme that Bolivians Cubs exprienced and the hospitality and friendliness of the scout leaders who answered the call to serve them. The venue on the outskirts of the city was the perfect setting for the camp. The sun shone every day and warmed the atmosphere, which did not stop the enthusiasm of all. City Tours, Community Service, Catholic Mass, Specials activities and a Games Fair on the rights of children were some of the activities during the day, followed by interesting nights to sing, dance and learn the culture of the country’s districts through activities.
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THE INTERAMERICAN LEADERSHIP TRAINING A training for young scouts aged 17 to 25 years old from all the countries of the Interamerican Region was held from December 26, 2013 to January 1, 2014 in Houston, Texas, USA called the Interamerican Leadership Training. Inspired by the Boy Scouts of America, this event is expected to take place for a period of 10 years. The result of this project is to have 600 highly trained leaders through the whole Region. All airfares, transportation costs and materials were generously donated by Messengers of Peace and the American Foundation for International Scouting. Attended by 62 young scouts from all across the region, a staff consisting of 12 young scouts, 14 adults and 4 members of the coordination team of the Interamerican Youth Network. Almost 100 scouts assisted to the training. Which was hosted on BSA Camp Strake. Objective: The Objective is to train the participants in order to become future support for each of the NSO’s. For them to acquire and practice leadership skills and build a network of all the leaders. Also for participants to experience a change in their Scout life as Messengers of Peace ambassadors in their NSO, so they can be able to share their knowledge at home and promote collaboration of the young leaders of the Inter Region. During the whole week there were different modules combined with outdoor activities. The modules were: • Youth Protection Training • Overview of WOSM and IAR • Presentation of the Youth Network • Introduction Messengers of Peace Program • Values of Scouting • Decision Making / Conflict Resolution • The benefits of teamwork • Give example • Servant Leadership • Operating Structure and the Region of WOSM On Sunday the participants visited NASA 29. It was an enlightening experience where the participants lunched.
Afterwards, they headed out to the Scout Office Houston for dinner were everybody dined together with a few BSA officials and two international ambassadors. The program afterwards included speeches of the staff, two participants, BSA officials and finished with Native American tradition dances were everybody joined together. Each delegation prepared and presented a brief overview about Scouting in their country, how they involve the Youth and how the Messengers of Peace program is promoted there. That activity was very rewarding for the rest of the participants. It gave a clear picture of the realities of the movement in other countries, as well as having a global view of Scouting. On Tuesday 31st, the event concluded with an emotional closing ceremony, along with the year -end dinner celebration. Afterwards was the official distribution of the Messengers of Peace neckerchiefs. It was an excellent opportunity of the Interamerican Youth Network, because we had the opportunity to make contact with two youth members of each NSO. This helped us to understand the specific situation of each country, its needs and how we can collaborate. All participants made a commitment to maintain fluid and constant communication with the Interamerican Youth Network. We also hope to be at the service of the staff for the future ILT trainings to come. Matías Rodríguez Aró Youth Network Deputy Coordinator WOSM - IARI
CHILE MAURICIO CAMPING WITH SNAKES Probably many of the great stories of many Scouts have involved a reptile so that its mere mention or talking about snakes, poisonous or not, generates many goosebumps. Simply bumping into one becomes a big story. Snakes are important in the ecosystem as they perform an important control of rodent populations that can transmit serious diseases besides causing agricultural losses. Furthermore, the poisonous species are dangerous to humans , livestock and pets. If it happens that we are face to face at one of our camps, with this unexpected visitor, there are several aspects that help us differentiate the poisonous species from those that are not. For example, the poisonous species have the triangular head unlike non-poisonous that is oval in shape. However, an exception would be Boas, that have the triangular head and are not poisonous. Another characteristic is the loreal pits, only present in venomous snakes. The pits are located between the eye and the nostril on each side and are thermoreceptor organs. The pupils of poisonous species (and boas) are elliptical vertical, while the rest are round. The scales are different, the poisonous snakes have one on top of the other and non-poisonous have them flat. It is very important if we are to hike to a place to know if that location is the habitat of snakes, and what kind of snakes. Recognizing the species is useful in reporting the bite to the hospital as they will know the antidote to be used. Considering that most of the bites, if the person is standing, are made in the areas of the elbows and hands and between your knees and feet, these areas must be protected to avoid injury during our tour.
We must always keep in mind when camping that the surroundings must be clean, otherwise it may attract rodents and these attract snakes. It is important to understand that anyway, poisonous snakes usually flee instead of attacking man. They only bite when attacked or disturbed.
All snakes have teeth but they are not used for chewing but serve only to hold its prey. Poisonous snakes have two special parts in the front teeth of the upper jaw, from where the poison is injected. This poison is produced by modified salivary glands called poisonous glands. When the snake prepares the attack, these teeth straighten and opening the mouth the poisonous glands compress and poison comes out. While biting, it injects poison into its victim.
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GUYANA ANNUAL SHARE-A-MEAL 2013 SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF GUYANA
Every year on our Annual Calendar of Events, during December; the Scout Association of Guyana hosts their annual Share-a-Meal with those less fortunate. Unlike last year where a kid’s party was held, each group was given the opportunity to branch out into various communities or homes to share meals and/ or gifts with the less fortunate. This saw groups visiting the St. John’s Bosco Boys Orphanage, Uncle Eddie’s Home (A hope for elderly persons), Dharma Shala (a home for the poor), the homeless men & women around one of Guyana’s busiest markets, Bourda Market, among other places. Persons received a hot meal and drinks and for some gifts of much needed necessities. Added to our annual share-a-meal, a former Scouter who now resides in Barbados sent us a barrel of clothing, shoes, socks and backpacks which were sorted by the National Team and distributed to the following homes: Red Cross Convalescent Home MUNDUSNOVUS NO. 26
(Home for infants and small children); Ruimveldt Children’s Aid Centre (centre providing care and meals for kids in depressed areas within the community); Joshua Home (home for kids and youths, who have been abandoned by their parents, either due to death or financial difficulties); St. Thomas Moore Home (Catholic Home for Elderly Men); and Uncle Eddie’s Home (Home for elderly persons). A Food Can drive by the National Venturer Council was also held to provide ration to homes. Food cans from the various Scout Groups and from friends and family were collected, sorted, packaged off and distributed to three (3) homes of elderly folks. They also got a chance to interact with a few of the residents of the St. Thomas Moore Home (one of the homes that received a package), and they expressed their gratitude for thinking of them especially during the Christmas Season.
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“OUT TO DO A GOOD TURN” SCOUT ASSOCIATION OF EL SALVADOR As part of the Opening Celebration of our National Patrol Camp that was held last December 25, was the signing of the agreement of cooperation between the Supreme Electoral Tribunal and the Scout Association of El Salvador that gave life to this Project. Present were Mr. Eugenio Chicas Martinez, Chief Justice of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal and Dr. Jorge Eduardo Luna Guzmán, the President of the Scout Association of El Salvador Scouts of El Salvador. We had conducted a series of training sessions with our volunteers from the month of December, in which they had received specific training on how to lead people who were visually
impaired, transporting people in wheelchairs, support for older adults with walking problems and help to locate the polling stations for those seeking the place that allowed them to vote, with the use of information Kiosks of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal. This time we will be serving an average of 2,000 scouts, youth over 12 years, leaders and parents, covering 9 divisions of El Salvador, hoping to give attention to at least 45 thousand people. The logistics of elections is completely different from other elections. This time citizens will be able to cast their votes locally.
polling stations from the time it opens until its closing. All our young people will be supervised by leaders but they will also be participating indirectky, in the civic responsibility of choosing the President and Vice-President of the Republic of El Salvador. For this we say “Scouts, Ready to Serve.” “Adding efforts multiplying results”.
The Scouts will be present in the
For some time you’ve probably heard of Living the Scout Law is the best way to Messengers of Peace. promote peace in the world. But living the Scout Law requires action and this is what Surely you’ve seen around the logo of this invites you to be messengers of peace. important global programme and saw You may Login to join to be a Messenger pictures on Facebook activities scouts are of Peace. Probably in your unit you are doing to participate. Scouts have always taking action to help others, and if not, it’s been messengers of peace. We have time to get down to work and start doing made many efforts to bring peace to those something to change the world. around us. You can do it! MUNDUSNOVUS NO. 26
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15TH CARIBBEAN SCOUT JAMBOREE
The Caribbean Scout Jamboree is an International camp organized for scouts living in the Caribbean and surrounding. During 8 days, approximately 800 participants from different cultures will experience the camp of their lives at Scouting Antiano National Campsite at Ronde Klip, a beautiful area lying near the northern coast of the beautiful island Curacao. The Caribbean Scout Jamboree welcomes groups of Scouts and guides aged 12 till 18 and their leaders. Staff must be at least 18 years old. The theme of the 15th Caribbean Scout Jamboree is “Life: Tracking Treasures”. Life itself is a treasure. The path of life is a discovery of treasures. The Lord our Divine Father has given us everything to make our life joyful, but it is our own task to develop ourselves to achieve our own happiness. Our purpose in life is not to become successful but our first priority is to honor the success that is already in our hands which is: ourselves. With other words life is not about getting more but to become more! Lord our Father has given us a lot of treasures to become the person we are meant to be.
These include electronic files for documents and flyers which you can translate and adapt to the needs of your Contingent, before printing and distributing in your country. For other queries, please contact the Jamboree Office. If you have a National Contingent Website, please let us know in the Jamboree Office so that we can link to it from the main website www.caribjam2014.com
About the basic camp fee for each participant is set at 200 USD. If you register and pay before January 1st 2014, you only have to pay 160 USD. If you register and pay before April 1st 2014, you have to pay the amount of 180 USD. After April 1st the total fee of 200 USD will have to be paid. Now is the time to start telling Scouts throughout your country about the opportunities there are to attend the 15th CaribJam in Curaçao. During the coming weeks, support materials will be made available through our website www.caribjam2014.com
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9TH NATIONAL PAXTU 2014
ASSOCIATION OF GUIDES AND SCOUTS OF CHILE
Swallows and Cubs from across the country gathered at the Picarquín Hacienda between 19 and 26 January at the event organized by the Association of Guides and Scouts of Chile. On the occasion, about 3000 children were gathered under the Theme of “Play, Discover and Create.” The Association of Guides and Scouts of Chile organized with complete success its 9th National Paxtu 2014, where Golondrinas (aged 7 to 11 years) and Cubs (ages 7-11 years) met at the Picarquín Hacienda for a new adventure, this time following the theme of “Play, discover and create.” This great event had groups from around the country, including delegations from Arica, Punta Arenas Coyhaique and Easter Island, who camped in 12 subcamps organized for them. The programme for this event, was organized in 10 modules of specially prepared activities and included topics like: healthy living, environmental stewardship and citizen participation, without forgetting games and different alternatives for artistic expression.
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Thus, through the games, our Cub Swallows discovered in meeting others, the richness and diversity of our culture that added to their personal abilities and skills, enabling them to be the creators of a country and a better world. Throughout the event, attendees had the opportunity to practice diverse sports in the module Sport Clinics, learn more about the recycling and environmental care in 3R and Educational Farm, close to public and private institutions across the world Festum, and discover their talents and interests through the module Express Yourself. They also accepted individual and team challenges in Adventures with Antú and Mowgli. After a week at the Picarquín Hacienda Golodrinas and Cubs went with backpacks full of memories, new friendships and learning, with many laughs and stories to share with their groups and thus encourage them to participate in the upcoming events that the AGSCH are preparing for 2015.
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XXIV CENTRALAMERICAN CAMPOREE 2014 OVER 700 BROTHER SCOUTS TOGETHER WITH ONE SLOGAN, “ALL FOR A BETTER WORLD.”
The National Scout Association of Panama, in celebration of 100 years of the Scout presence in Panama strengthening the values of youth, conducted from 20 to 25 January this year the Centralamerican Camporee XXIV. It was held at the Amador Causeway in Panama City. This event was filled with great joy, fellowship, skills, scout techniques, fun adventure, sight seeing and much scout brotherhood. During the days of the event around 700 young people and adults were involved coming from Panama and all Central America (Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala) and as special guests our Caribbean brothers from the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, and representing South America our brothers from Colombia. The first day of the event was when the vast majority of delegations arrived, ready to start building their patrol tents in the 4 subcamps that had the names (Caribbean, Isthmian, Interiorana and Canal). For evening activity participants enjoyed a variety of interesting activities. The entrance of the flags representing each of the delegations showed the pride of each of the participants. On the night of Thursday 23, as part of the Supper of the Heads of Delegation, the signing of agreements between the National Association of Scouts of Panama, the construction company Norberto Odebretch and World Vision organization was conducted. Along with World Vision, Panama Scouts began a training programme with the latest technology for capacity building in risk management tasks and first responders in emergency situations. The President of the Scout Association of Panama, Carlos Torres, said these agreements open many possibilities aimed directly at the youth membership, and demonstrate the projection of the values that have been practided in sciuting in the north of Panama for one hundred years.
For Saturday was organized with great enthusiasm the Nations Fair, attended by each of the delegationsm, nonprofit organizations and officials of the state. Also part of the show was a mock accident organized by firefighters and featuring young people from different countries to the delight of the audience to demonstrate how the security personnel act in an emergency . A crucial part of the event was the media coverage by televisión, radio and social networks during the 5 day event. There were live broadcast from the camp, radio and web for all of Central America, in addition to tracking each event’s official Camporee Facebook. Visiting broadcasters and newspapers filled our scouts with expectation for they were captured by the cameras and microphones. More than half a dozen media tracked all activity. For Saturday night, nostalgia seized more than 700 participants at the close of the event, because after a week of sharing with brothers from different countries, nobody wanted to leave. The conclusión was that this event was for each of the participants a great scout adventure and they took away in their hearts that warm bond of brotherhood and commitments that we share, as part of the youth movement that has made history with the good deeds. Our youth strive to créate a prosperous future as responsible citizens and a society with sound moral values. Written by: Ricardo J. S. González - Group 9 SFJ In collaboration with the team RWP - Scouts Panama. National Scout Association of Panama
Friday morning was one of great expectation primarily by competitors of Primer Iron Scout Centroamericano, organized by the Scout Association of Panama. With much anticipation and months of preparation in the disciplines of swimming, cycling and Fondismo, young people gave everything in attempting these difficult skills, in which the main purpose was to show the determined spirit that characterizes us as Scouts. In this competition Honduras won the first place, followed by Panama with Nicaragua third.
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displays where we enjoy various activities that made the Moot a satisfying event: Inter-American Development Village, with 13 interesting workshops that addressed various topics; Module “Looking Forward� workshops on human rights, youth participation and Messengers of Peace the Interamerican Scout Center stands with many of the participating countries and the Beach Module where you could enjoy the sea, sand and sun. The new year celebration among Scouts always have an ingredient of joy and brotherhood. All together we did the countdown to 2014. After we danced and sang together. The next day all remained in the camp for the cultural day. Participating countries surprised us all with their dancing, as well as their typical dishes. It was a full day of learning.
After months of waiting we were finally in the beautiful city of Porto Alegre, State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, to begin the Interamerican Scout Moot II. It was on December 27 and after celebrating Christmas there we were about to experience this gret event with over 1,000 Scouts of the Interamerican Region.
The Moot ended on 3 January. At night we all gathered in the main arena and there we heard the closing remarks of the authorities and Moot organizers. We witnessed the delivery of the scout flag to the Scouts of Peru, who will host the Third Interamerican Scout Moot. The most emotional moment was when we renewed our Scout Promise. Then began the journey back home, full of new experiences to share and eager to meet again somewhere in our beautiful Interamerican Region.
Gradually delegations of countries that decided to become part of this great meeting of the scout brotherhood began arriving. The first two days the participants were organized into the 4 routes: Route Sierra, Route Water, Route of the Sun and Route Earth. Each with different activities, some more touristy than others, some more extreme than others, but all very interesting. After the first two days, the participants then prepared to perform great deeds of service to the community. Many spaces benefitted from the hard work the young members of the Moot put out. Despite the heat the boys and girls did a great job, leaving each of these sites better than they found them. After that we all met back at camp for the next 5 days of the Moot. We camped at Park Osorio in the Brazilian gaucho countryside. There we erected our tents and
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CALENDARIO REGIONAL REGIONAL CALENDARY
2014
FEBRERO / FEBRUARY 28 de febrero al 4 de marzo 28 February to
--Planificación Estratégica para la Asociación de Scouts de Belice
Belice
--Strategic Planning for the Scout Association of Belize
Belize
March 4
MARZO / MARCH 14 - 16
--Reunión de la Red de Desarrollo Institucional, Subregión Centroamérica --Institutional Development meeting, Central America Sub Region
Honduras
ABRIL / APRIL 3-6
11 -13
--Curso Nivel 1, Subregión Caribe --Level 1 course, Caribbean Sub Region --Reunión de la Red de Comunicaciones, Subregión Centroamérica --Communications Network meeting, Central America Sub Region
Dominica
Costa Rica
27 de abril al 2 de mayo 27 April to 2
--Curso para Directores Ejecutivos y Jefes Scouts Nacionales --Training for Executive Directors and Chief Commissioners
Panamát
May 29 de abril al 4 de mayo 29 April to 4
--Curso para formación de formadores para Surinam y Guyana
Surinam
--Train the Trainers Course for Suriname and Guyana
Suriname
May
MAYO / MAY San Vicente y 9 - 11
--Curso Avanzado Práctico para Dirigentes Scouts con 5 años o más en el Movimiento Scout
las Granadinas
--Advanced Practical Course for Leaders in the Movement 5 Years and over
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
--Reunión de las Redes de Jóvenes, Programa de Jóvenes y Adultos en el Movimiento Scout, 9 - 11
Subregión Cono Sur
Brasil
--Youth, Youth Programme and Adults in Scouting Networks meeting,
Brazil
--South Cone Sub Region --Cierre de inscripciones a la 40ª Conferencia Scout Mundial y 12º Foro Scout Mundial de 15
Jóvenes
--Deadline for registrations to the 40th World Scout Conference and 12th World Scout Youth Forum
16 - 18
--Seminario “Youth for Change” --Youth for Change Seminar
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Tell us at: interamerica@scout.org This newsletter was made by the contribution and the effort of: • Luis F. Bethancourt • Ramón Guerra • Ricardo J. González • Matías Rodríguez Aró
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