This is the first of our new Regional update emails that we are developing to keep you up to date with important information, news, and events across the Region.

Communication was discussed at all of our recent meet and greet events where we travelled to all of the Districts to listen to your feedback and ideas. We hope that this summary email will help share the information you require and will be used alongside our social media and website.

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Although Volunteers’ Week has now passed, the appreciation we have for every volunteer across West Region is felt all year round, and we wanted to take a moment to say thank you.

Every week, you dedicate your time, energy, and enthusiasm to provide incredible opportunities for young people. Whether you are leading sections, organising events, supporting behind the scenes, managing administration, fundraising, or helping in countless other ways, your contribution makes a lasting difference.

Because of your commitment, thousands of young people across our region are developing confidence, learning new skills, making lifelong friendships, and experiencing adventures they may never have otherwise had. These opportunities simply would not exist without volunteers like you.

We recognise that volunteering often means giving up evenings, weekends, and personal time, while balancing work, family, and other commitments. Your dedication and passion do not go unnoticed.

On behalf of West Region, thank you for everything you do. Thank you for your leadership, your support, and your belief in helping young people gain skills for life. West Region is stronger because of you, and we are incredibly grateful for all that you do.

Need to update your first response?

First Response is the minimum first aid requirement for volunteers in Scouting. It covers the skills and knowledge necessary to manage an incident and provide basic first aid. There is at least one first response course running across the region every month, book up in plenty of time.

Networkers, you are invited to a BBQ and Learn on 1st July from 7.30pm at Bishopton Scout Hall. 

What’s in it for you: free food and chance to take part in some activities.  A chance to see an example of how those activities are run so that you can deliver them to young people. Material to take away to aid with programme delivery locally if you’re involved. 

What’s in it for the Learning Team:  A chance to meet you all, finding out what you need from future learning events, a change to find out if you might be able to contribute to some of the learning team’s programme.

All members are invited to the Annual General Meeting on Saturday 22nd August at Rhu Scout Hall, Cumberland Road, Rhu, G84 8SA @ 11am.

For a full list of events and courses in the Region, and across Scotland, check the region calendar on the West Region Website

This is a reminder of the safety communication recently issued to all members across West Region regarding Carbon Monoxide (CO) hazards.

For full details, guidance, and the action checklist, please refer to the Safety Alert and Learning Notice:

Our volunteers put in a great amount of time and effort, whether that is delivering a section week to week or working quietly in the background to support us deliver a safe and enjoyable programme it should all be recognised.

Alison Goodall has joined the team as Leader Recognition Team Lead to help support you through the nomination process.

If you would like to nominate a leader that is deserving recognition, or you have any questions about adult awards please reach out to Alison – Alison.Goodall@westregion.org.uk