The Membership Award

Each part of the World Scout Emblem has a meaning behind it, as explained below.

The two 5 point stars stand for truth and knowledge, and all 10 points represent the 10 points of the original Scout Law.

The encircling rope symbolises the unity and family of the World Scout Movement.

The bond at the centre of the emblem shows the family of scouting.

The Reef Knot at the base of the rope cannot be undone no matter how hard it is pulled, and is symbolic of the strength of world scouting's unity and family.

The World Emblem itself is white, no Royal Purple background. In heraldry, white or silver represents purity and Royal Purple denotes leadership and service.

The basic design of the emblem is used by Scouts in all 216 Scouting countries and territories. It has been worn by an estimated 300 million former Scouts and is currently used by more than 28 million present Scouts.

The Scout Promise

Various versions of the Scout promise exist for different sections and different faiths, so speak to your leader to find the one that is right for you.

For Beavers:

I promise to do my best, to be kind and helpful, and to love our world.

For Scouts:

On my honour,

I promise that I will do my best,

To uphold our Scout values, to do my duty to the King;

To help other people,

And to keep the Scout Law

The Scout Law

A Scout is to be trusted.

A Scout is loyal.

A Scout is friendly and considerate.

A Scout belongs to the world-wide family of Scouts.

A Scout has courage in all difficulties.

A Scout makes good use of time and is careful of possessions and property.

A Scout has self-respect and respect for others.