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Promise Renewal Ceremony Information Sheet

Celebrate 110 Years of Scouting

WHAT IS A PROMISE RENEWAL CEREMONY?Making the Promise is a special part of being a member of Scouts for both youth and adult members. A Promise Renewal Ceremony is a special occasion where current members reaffirm their Scout Promise and remember what it means to them!

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A PROMISE RENEWAL CEREMONY?Promise Renewal ceremonies are opportunities for members to come together and reaffirm their Promise, reminding them of the basis of Scouting and their commitment to the Movement.

Promise Renewal ceremonies also provide a great opportunity to create a sense of belonging and support amongst Members, and, if conducted in a public space, build awareness of Scouting in the local community.

PLANNINGPromise Renewal ceremonies can take place in a range of forms, from simple ceremonies in the Scout Hall, to reaffirmations in public spaces such as a park or local monument.

Promise Renewal ceremonies should be:

• Youth led and focused • Sincere and appropriately focused during formal

aspects • Simple and short • Inclusive and respectful of all members • All members are respectful at all times, and follow

the principles outlined in the Promise and Law.

If possible, go somewhere meaningful or find a way to make your ceremony special. You could hold a Group picnic or family day or include the ceremony as apart

To celebrate 110 Years of Scouting in Australia, Scouts NSW is inviting all Youth and Adult Members in the State to join together in reaffirming our Australian Scout Promise.

When: 11:00AM 18 November 2018Where: Groups can choose where to reaffirm their Promise. It can be in the Scout Hall, at a local park or near a local monument – it’s up to you!

of another Scouting activity. See the Promise Renewal Ceremony checklist to help you prepare for your Group’s ceremony!

WHO DECIDES WHICH VERSION OF THE PROMISE TO MAKE?Each member makes the Scout Promise of their choice.

HOW CAN WE RECITE BOTH VERSIONS OF THE PROMISE?Depending on the number of people making their Promise together, and the resources you have on hand, you could: • Display the two versions on a screen and ask

everyone to recite their preferred Promise. You can start everyone off together with ‘On my honour…’

• Have two people recite the two versions of the Promise one after the other) with everyone able to choose who to follow.

• If it’s only a very small group of people, ask everyone which Promise they will be making – no pressure should be put on anyone, but you may find everyone choosing to make the same one.

WHERE CAN WE SEND PHOTOS OR VIDEOS OF THE CEREMONY?You can send photos or videos of your Group renewing their Scout Promise to the Communications and Marketing Team - [email protected].

We will share them on the Scouts NSW Facebook page for all other Scout Groups in the State to see!

☐ Decide on a location for your ceremony. If you decide to use a public space, contact your local Council to enquire about any necessary permits.

☐ Print out the Promise Renewal Ceremony event invitations to distribute to Group members.

☐ Create a Facebook event on your Group’s page and publish a post to encourage all members to take part.

☐ Print out copies of the Australian Promise (both versions) and Law to hand out to members on the day.

☐ Reaffirm your Scout Promise and celebrate 110 years of Scouting in Australia!

Promise Renewal Ceremony Checklist

Celebrate 110 Years of Scouting in Australia by tagging your photos and videos with #OnMyHonour!

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Hi there!

Scouts Australia is turning 110 years this year, and to celebrate, we’re reaffirming our Scout Promise.

Join us in this special occasion!

Date/Time:

Location:

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Section:11:00AM Sunday 18th November 2018

Promise Renewal Ceremony: Promoting Your Event


PRE-EVENT EMAIL TO MEMBERSSubject line: We’re celebrating 110 Years of Scouting in Australia!Copy: Dear Members,

On 18th November 2018, <insert Group Name> will be holding a Promise Renewal Ceremony to celebrate 110 years of Scouting in Australia! All youth and adult members are invited to take part in this special occasion. All members who participate will be given a special commemorative badge!

Where:Date: 18th November 2018Time: 11:00AMRSVP: Bring your special invitation postcard to your Section meeting.

We hope to see you all there!

Yours in Scouting, <insert name>

WEBSITE TEXTTitle: We’re celebrating 110 Years of Scouting in Australia! Copy: On 18th November 2018, <insert Group Name> will be holding a Promise Renewal Ceremony to celebrate 110 years of Scouting in Australia! All youth and adult members are invited to reaffirm their Scout Promise and take part in this special occasion.

All members will receive a hardcopy invitation at this week’s Section meeting. Please return your RSVP’d invitation by <insert date>.

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FACEBOOK EVENTEvent Name: <insert Group Name> Promise Renewal CeremonyLocation: <insert venue>Frequency: Occurs onceStarts: 11:00AM Saturday 18th November 2018Ends: <insert end time> Saturday 18th November 2018 Description: <insert Group Name> will be holding a Promise Renewal Ceremony to celebrate 110 years of Scouting in Australia! All youth and adult members are invited to reaffirm their Scout Promise and take part in this special occasion. All members will receive a hardcopy invitation at this week’s Section meeting. Please return your RSVP’d invitation by <insert date>.

SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS




The Promise and Law is a fundamental part of the Scout Method. To celebrate 110 Years of Scouting in Australia, <insert Group name> is inviting all Members to join us in renewing our Scout Promise. For more information and to RSVP, click here: <insert link to Facebook event or webpage>

We’re marking 110 Years of Scouting in Australia by reaffirming our Scout Promise. All Members are invited to attend and participate in our Promise Renewal Ceremony at 11:00AM <insert date> at <insert venue>. Click the link below for more information and to RSVP. <insert link to Facebook event or webpage>

We’re joining over 18,000 other Scouting members across NSW in reaffirming our Scout Promise and Law. Click the link below for more information and to RSVP. <insert link to Facebook event or webpage>



MEDIA RELEASE TEMPLATELet local media know you’re joining thousands of other Scouts in New South Wales in reaffirming your Scout Promise! They may be keen to help spread the word by running a story and picture about your Promise Renewal Ceremony. Get in touch with them at least two weeks before your event to let them know what you’re doing and why.

Subject line: <insert Group name> get loud for 110 year anniversary Copy:More than [number] Scout members and their leaders will gather at [location] to renew their Scout promise on Sunday 18th November.

The [Group] will join over 18,000 Scouts across New South Wales participating in the reaffirmation of the Scout promise – the set of values, which Scouts pledge to live their lives by.

[Group Leader] of [Formation Name], [Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms] [First name] [Surname] says the Scout Promise and Law bonds all Scouting members in New South Wales and Australia under a single commitment.

“All members promise to live by the same Scout Promise and Law,” [Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms] [Surname] said.

The Scouting Promise is made by every Scout to do their best. It guides us to be open to the many different beliefs in the world, to appreciate the impact we each make to our community, our country and world, and in turn, to understand and respect how the world can impact our lives. Alongside the Promise, every Scout agrees to live by the values in the Scout Law – be respectful, do what is right, and believe in myself.

“By reaffirming our promise, we are reminded of our commitment to Scouting and how the Promise is reflected in our everyday lives.”

While Scouting is primarily an active, outdoors youth organization, it retains many of the traditions established over a century ago, including ceremonies to welcome people into Scouting and to commit to a set of shared values.

For more information about Scouts, visit www.nsw.scouts.com.au


MEDIA RELEASE

[DATE] 2018

Scouts get loud for 110 year celebrations More than [number] Scout members and their leaders will gather at [location] to renew their Scout promise on Sunday 18th November. The [Group] will join over 18,000 Scouts across New South Wales participating in the reaffirmation of the Scout promise – the set of values, which Scouts pledge to live their lives by. [Group Leader] of [Formation Name], [Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms] [First name] [Surname] says the Scout Promise and Law bonds all Scouting members in New South Wales and Australia under a single commitment. “All members promise to live by the same Scout Promise and Law,” [Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms] [Surname] said. The Scouting Promise is made by every Scout to do their best. It guides us to be open to the many different beliefs in the world, to appreciate the impact we each make to our community, our country and world, and in turn, to understand and respect how the world can impact our lives. Alongside the Promise, every Scout agrees to live by the values in the Scout Law – be respectful, do what is right, and believe in myself. “By reaffirming our promise, we are reminded of our commitment to Scouting and how the Promise is reflected in our everyday lives.” While Scouting is primarily an active, outdoors youth organization, it retains many of the traditions established over a century ago, including ceremonies to welcome people into Scouting and to commit to a set of shared values. For more information about Scouts, visit www.nsw.scouts.com.au

-- ENDS – About Scouts NSW Scouts is the largest and longest running youth development organisations in the world. Over a billion young people have experienced Scouting since it was established in 1907. We offer outdoors adventures for young people aged 6 to 25 – from flying a plane, to caving and abseiling, to acting in Gang Show or camping under the stars. This year marks 110 years of Scouting in Australia. We are also celebrating achieving a seven year high in total membership, following recent growth in youth and adult membership across New South Wales,

http://www.nsw.scouts.com.au/

The contribution from our members has a remarkable and positive impact on the lives of young people across NSW. We estimate the economic benefit to our local communities through Scouting is more than $10 million each year.

Media: For more information or to organise an interview, please contact [Group Leader] on [email] or [contact number].

We’re celebrating 110 years of Scouting in Australia.

11:00AM 18th November 2018

Join us!

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