Pow Wow 2025, Western Cape

Over the past week, we’ve explored the SCOUTS South Africa’s Awards and Recognition Programme. We’ve talked about nominations, different types of awards such as Commendations, Service and Merit Awards and the process behind formal recognition. But there’s one final message we want to leave you with:

Recognition doesn’t always have to be a national medal. Sometimes, a meaningful thank you can be a simple Thank You Certificate or a Thanks Metal pin. It can be a moment at a campfire where the Group comes together to acknowledge the volunteers who make Scouting possible. Another opportunity to say thank you could be at a Group event in front of parents and young people. There are many ways to acknowledge the impact of our Adult volunteers.

So, let’s continue to recognise and thank the amazing men and women who make Scouting possible in our communities while shaping our country’s leadership. Look around your Group. Recognise who is making a difference and nominate them for an Award or give them a heartfelt “Thank You!”.