SECTION 2 YOUTH INVOLVEMENT 2.7 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 2.7.1. COMMUNITY ACTION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM This provides strategies for Scouting to be delivered to a wider spectrum of young people especially those ‘at risk’. It focuses on the contribution Scouting can make to the welfare and development of young people and their community, through providing experiences and ensuring that learning from these experiences is sustained, developed and consolidated. 2.7.2. SCOUTREACH LONES Scoutreach Lones may consist of Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts who, because of studies, isolation or other reasons may not be able to participate in a regular Scout Group. Scoutreach Lones has the same structure as a traditional Group. It is managed by a Group Leader and has Section Leaders responsible for running the Scout Program. The Program for Scoutreach Lones is the same as an active Section except that it is done by email, phone and Skype including letters and emails, with variations to suit the individual needs. The Group Leader of Scoutreach Lones shall monitor activities occurring throughout the State and, where appropriate, seek the involvement of Lone Scouts in normal Scouting activities. To enable this to occur, details of local events should be forwarded to the Group Leader, Scoutreach Lones, who will facilitate the individual Lone Scout’s attendance. Family participation and support is essential. 2.7.3. SCOUTS OF THE AIR Scouts of the Air may consist of Joey Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts, Venturer Scouts and Rover Scouts who, because of isolation, may not be able to attend a traditional Scout Group. Scouts of the Air participate in Scouting activities through a radio network. Family participation and support are essential. Scouts of the Air should be advised of any activities within a practical distance, giving them the opportunity to attend. 2.7.4. YOUTH MEMBERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Special Needs refer to the individual requirements of a person with a disadvantaged background or a mental, emotional or physical disability or a high risk of developing one. This may make it difficult for a young person or adult to participate fully in Scouting. Scouting exists to promote the development of individuals, whatever their particular need, by helping them grow and achieve their full potential. Some Special Needs are not immediately obvious such as behavioural problems. Prior to joining a Group, parents and the prospective youth member should meet with the Group Leader to explain the Scout’s Special Needs. The Scout should be present so that he/she clearly understands the expectations of him/her, the parents and the Group. 2.7.5. ADVISORY PANEL This panel will provide advice and support to Leaders to enable young people with special needs to participate in the Scouting Program. Contact can be made through the Branch Adviser (Community Development) for assistance and training. Queensland Branch Scouting Instructions (QBSI) SECTION 2 YOUTH INVOLVEMENT: CHAPTER 2.7 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (v2 10/2016) Page 1 of 2 2.7.6. AGOONOREE Agoonoree is a camp, organised at Branch level, on an annual basis, at which physically and intellectually impaired young people are invited as guests of the Movement. They camp in tents as part of regular Scout and Guide Troops. The Camp Chief is appointed annually by the Chief Commissioner to conduct the camp, which provides regular Scouting activities and Programs as well as health and welfare required to care for the guests. Camp staff is drawn from both Scouts Australia and Girl Guides Queensland. Scouting applications are available from the website in March each year. 2.7.7. ETHNIC OR INDIGENOUS In some cases where it is not practical to have an integrated system, due to religious or ethnic community requirements, a special Group may be formed. Approval of the Chief Commissioner on the recommendation of the Group Leader, District and Region Commissioner is required. Queensland Branch Scouting Instructions (QBSI) SECTION 2 YOUTH INVOLVEMENT: CHAPTER 2.7 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (v2 10/2016) Page 2 of 2 .