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From Monday 16th November 2009, as part of The Scout Association's development of one fully integrated website for Members, the information contained on this page is no longer being maintained. For up to date information please visit the following link: Scouts: Public Relations Activity Badge

Complete the requirements below:

1. Complete one of the following:

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

   2. 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:

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

   2. Prepare a static display about your Troop or Group that can be exhibited in your local Library, Information Centre, or other similar public place.

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

   4. 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.

   5. 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.org Website

      • The local press.

Notes

If you need help designing alternatives to these requirements for those with special needs please contact the Special Needs Office at Gilwell Park.