EQ in Action
Challenge

Emotional intelligence is not just a skill we develop; it is a vital part of who we are. It’s like an intricate network that helps us understand ourselves and others, fostering empathy and strong relationships. Through emotional intelligence, we learn to navigate our feelings and connect deeply with those around us, forming a supportive community where everyone thrives.

That is why it is our responsibility to cultivate and strengthen our emotional intelligence. By nurturing these skills, we can improve our interactions, build lasting relationships, and create a positive environment for everyone.

The EQ in Action challenge gives an opportunity for young people to further develop their interpersonal skills, an essential skill to have as an impactful leader. This will equip young people with the tools necessary for their character-building and future and to help create more equitable and just societies. This challenge gives Scouts a taste of what it feels like to develop and use interpersonal skills to change the world around them, by understanding their own needs and emotions, those of others, and helping empower communities with their empathic leadership.

As a final step in the challenge, a community service project needs to be implemented by the young people applying for the badge. It's the main purpose of the challenge, where all the knowledge and skills gained are put into action, creating a real and positive impact in community.

This challenge is designed for all young people, aged seven and above, who want to learn more about, and develop their social skills, self-awareness, self-regulation, empathetic leadership, decision making and needs assessment for community projects. The change might be small and local, but the knowledge acquired and the subsequent effect may grow to positively influence many lives.

The learning objectives of each challenge not only aim to educate and inspire but also to empower individuals, guiding them step by step on a journey tailored to their age. This personal progression ensures that each young person's knowledge evolves from one activity or project to another and builds competencies for sustainable development.

Challenge Pack will be available soon, stay tuned!

Complete the self-assessment 

a. Complete the Self-assessment found in the Challenge Pack: it will help understand your strengths and areas for growth 

b. Define your personal journey with your leader 

Complete 5 activities that cover the different areas: 

• Self-awareness 
• Empathy 
• Social skills 
• Decision-making 
• Self-regulation 

Get involved in your community 

1. Project plan  
2. Co-evaluation 

You’ve come to the right place! As a leader, you have access to tools and a wide range of activities that you can engage your Scouts in under this challenge. Here you can download the Challenge Pack and understand more about the challenge and have the opportunity to select from the activities inside this Challenge Pack. Be sure to support your Scouts in planning their service project, completing it, and submitting in on this platform!