Public Relations
To gain this activity badge, Explorers must complete the requirements below:
- Using some visual aids, give a 15-minute presentation about Scouting to another organisation. For example, to a local Lions or Rotary Club.
- Secure media coverage for a Scouting event, expedition or activity. Prepare a press release and illustrate any publicity material with a photograph.
- Write a short article for the Group, District or County/Area newsletter, Scouting Magazine or similar.
- Assist the District, or County/ Area with a promotional event or activity.
- Understand and show use of the Scout brand using resources available from UK HQ.
- Complete two of the following:
- Produce at least four editions of a newsletter for Explorer Scouts in your Unit or District or for members of another section.
- Create a display or exhibition to show Scouts and/ or parents the value of Explorer Scouting.
- Arrange a visit for a group of Explorer Scouts to a local newspaper, radio or television station.
- Devise and conduct a survey of young people to find out what image they hold of Scouting. Report the findings to the leadership team and discuss the results with others in the Unit.
- Produce at least four editions of a newsletter for Explorer Scouts in your Unit or District or for members of another section.