The Scout Unit Code of Conduct
The objective of Scouting associations is to help develop the character of young men and women by training them in citizenship, service and leadership. All Scouting organizations have a Code of Conduct that all members are expected to follow.
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The Scout Promise
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A basic form of the Code of Conduct, the Scout Promise, is shared by all Scouts of the world, with slight variations depending on nationality. The Scout Promise, which every Scout swears to uphold when joining a unit, is the following oath: "On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight."
Specific Occasions
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Scouts may be asked to sign a specific Code of Conduct when attending large meetings, summer camps or events such as jamborees. This code goes beyond the Scout Promise to outline specific behavior and rules that must be followed; serious violations may result in the Scout being expelled from the event.
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Single Scout Units
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Leaders of Scout units are encouraged to create a Code of Conduct specific to the single Scout unit. Rules included vary from unit to unit and can change dramatically depending on the age of the Scouts and the specific needs of the unit. A Cub Scout unit, for example, may not need a rule specifically concerning smoking, whereas a Boy Scout or Venturing unit most probably will.
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