Scouts in Action: Relief and Humanitarian aid
This project was initiated by the urgent needs of communities affected by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar. Although Scouting is not defined as a humanitarian organization, Scouts always rise to the occasion when communities are in need. Guided by our commitment to service and solidarity, we felt a strong responsibility to provide immediate relief and support.
We executed the project through close coordination with our partners and local communities. We distributed emergency relief supplies and provided information on psychosocial support to affected households. Despite some logistical and cost challenges, we managed to deliver all planned activities effectively and on time.
We learned that strong collaboration with local partners and communities is essential for effective and timely humanitarian response. Flexibility in budgeting and planning helped us overcome unexpected challenges like rising costs and logistical delays. Most importantly, we saw the power of community solidarity—how local volunteers, including Scouts, can mobilize quickly and compassionately in times of crisis.
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