Public Relations

Public Relations Scout Badge post 2002

The Scout Activity badges from post 2002 are circular with the Activity image on a blue background with a red border. The Badge is worn on the left sleeve starting from the shoulder and going down in order of achievement.

To earn the Public Relations Scout badge they must achieve the following

1.       Complete one of the following:

a.       Produce and use a presentation about Scouting using audio and visual media, which can be shown to other people not involved in Scouting.

b.       Produce and use a presentation about your Troop using a mixture of audio and visual media that can be shown to a Beaver Colony, Cub Pack or parents in your Group.

2.       Find out about local media outlets (for example: radio, TV, newspapers and online opportunities). Make contact with your local media development manager to consider coverage of a positive news story or feature connected with local Scouting.

3.       Complete two of the following:

a.       Prepare and present a live report (either to camera or microphone) at a Scouting event or activity. The report should be accurate and informative and reflect the adventure of Scouting.

b.       Prepare a static display about your Troop or Group that can be exhibited in your local library, information centre, or other similar public place.

c.        Help to design a website for your Group or Troop and maintain it for at least two months.

d.       Interview a local personality public figure or someone in the local news (eg church leader, politician, media celebrity). Present the interview to your Troop. Take advice from a leader before contacting the person.

e.        Write a report about a local Scout activity and get it published in one or more of the following:

·         your Group, District or County/ Area newsletter or website

·         Scouting magazine or on the Scouts website

·         the local press