Will moving from roles and titles to a team-based approach really make a difference?
Whilst some positions such as District Commissioner will retain a title i.e. District Lead Volunteer, the majority of volunteers will [...]
Will you still need a wood badge to get a Good Service Award?
The Wood Badge will be optional and therefore it will not be a pre-requisite for adult recognition; however, a volunteer's [...]
How does the move to digital learning align with the warmer welcome and wider engagement desire?
The current Getting Started training moved to online learning several years ago, therefore, continuing with Growing Roots as online learning [...]
Will there be additional wood badges for volunteers who assume additional roles?
Each adult will only complete one wood badge if they desire to do so. Wood badges will be optional. In [...]
Will Volunteer Development Teams be able to access e-learning in advance of roll out?
The learning is being tested by a group of volunteers at present in order that it is ready to be [...]
Will Activity/ Nights Away Permits be revoked if mandatory ongoing learning is not kept up to date?
If a member does not complete their mandatory ongoing learning, they will be suspended and therefore unable to make use [...]
How will volunteers know what learning they need to do for their role?
Learning will be guided by a brand-new digital tool, linked to the membership system, which will help volunteers know exactly [...]
Is a welcome conversation required for volunteers returning to Scouting after a break?
A formal Welcome Conversation is not required; however, depending on the role that the volunteer is coming back to, a [...]
Can the Lead Volunteer be part of the Welcome Conversation?
The Lead Volunteer can be part of the Welcome Conversation and will need to be for members to whom they [...]
When should the Welcome Conversation take place?
It's not totally rigid, but it is a Welcome Conversation. Between 4-6 weeks into the role would be an optimum [...]
