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WHY AM I A SCOUT LEADER?

 

I am not a Scout leader for the easy hours, high pay, parents’ gratitude, power or prestige.

I am a leader because I want the world for your child and mine, a world they can share and help shape, a world of love and laughter, where they can show compassion

 

I want them to look at the stars, a sunrise, a sunset, the work and world of man – and feel its beauty inside themselves.

I want to help them learn to finish anything they start and do it well, and to guide them to know their worth, with a deeper understanding of themselves.

 

I want to shape adults who have strength of character and are sensitive to the needs of others.

I want them to be the best they can be

I’m giving of myself and my time.

I reap rewards far beyond what I give.

I receive for my children, your children, future children a better world

 

Anyone who can teach me or show me a better way to do this job, anyone who gives of their time to help me become a better leader, and anyone who by action or deed makes the Scouting programme come alive will forever have my undying gratitude.

 

How much is a Scout leader paid, I hear you ask

 

My wage consists of smiles and laughter, observing a child’s self-confidence and the look of personal triumph on the face of a child who has achieved more than they thought they could.

 

I am a Scout leader because I care

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