Messengers of Peace
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The MESSENGERS OF PEACE program inspires a culture of peace and dialogue for mutual understanding, promotes service initiatives led by Scouts, supports the development of young people affected by conflict situations, and connects Scouts around the world in a global network of millions of Messengers of Peace.
Rooted in the sustainable development, Messengers of Peace (MoP) invites Scouts to take the lead in building a better world. The MoP program has evolved to empower Scouts to live out the values of peace every day — through action, attitude, and advocacy. The Messengers of Peace Program is meant to help Scouts recognize and frame their goals and projects towards this end, and to help Scouts foster peace and community involvement through leadership, peace building and environmental action. MoP is not just about counting hours. It’s about how Scouts live out peace — at home, in school, and in service.
Learn more about the Scouts for SDGs global initiative HERE.
Scouts choose their path based on what inspires them. Messengers of Peace projects are defined as any project, discussion, activity, or initiative that requires effort towards one the following sustainable development goals.
SDG 1 – No Poverty
SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
SDG 5 – Gender Equality
SDG 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities & Communities
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production
SDG 13 – Climate Action
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
SDG 17 – Partnership for the Goals
Recognizing Peace in Action
Recognizing Peace in Action
Scouts and leaders can earn Messengers of Peace awards based on the level of involvement they choose (see Program Guide for more detailed information).
Defining Peace
Defining Peace
In terms of the MOP initiative, peace encompasses three dimensions:
Any Scout or Scouter who participates in a project that has had a significant impact on the community in any one of the three dimensions above can qualify as a Messenger of Peace.
There are Five Messengers of Peace Learning Paths:
There are Five Messengers of Peace Learning Paths:
There are FIVE Learning Paths that a Scout may choose to work on. Sometimes, what a Scout chooses to do may cross MORE than one path.
Completion of the Messenger of Peace Advocate Award may be signed off by any registered adult volunteer in Scouting America. Completion of the Messengers of Peace Champion, Ambassador, and Unit Awards require signature from your chosen Messengers of Peace Project Advisor, your International Representative OR Council Executive Committee OR your Council’s MoP Representative.
Program Resources
Program Resources
Any Scout or Scouter who participates in a qualifying project is eligible to wear a Messengers of Peace ring patch around the World Crest on his or her uniform.
This is the complete program guidance for Messengers of Peace. Please download the PDF below.
PROGRAM GUIDE (PDF)
Please note: there is no application required for the Advocate award. The Advocate ring is an unrestricted item and may be purchased in any scout shop or online HERE.
Champion Application (PDF)
Each year, the Scouting America International Committee will recognize projects that are submitted to the Committee by Council Scout Executives and/or the International Representatives and/or the Council Advancement Chairs that exemplify all aspects of the Messengers of Peace program and have shown to be outstanding examples of the program. Nominations for this award may be submitted either at the Council level or directly to international@scouting.org. There are no limits on how many projects a Council may nominate. After careful review, the Messengers of Peace Committee will identify those projects deemed as Distinguished Projects (not to exceed 5 per year nationally, no minimum). Recipients for the MoP Distinguished Service project awards will receive an MoP medal, a certificate signed by the International Commissioner, and a metallic gold edged ring to wear on their uniform. These awards will be provided to the recipient by the Scouting America International Committee and will be presented at an appropriate Council-level Court of Honor. For more information please see the Council Guidance Sheet.
Distinguished Project of the Year Nomination (PDF)
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