Presentation of Badge
It is the responsibility of the Unit Council in consultation with the recipient, to see that the Badge is presented
in a proper and fitting manner in accordance with the wishes of the Queen's Scout.
The wishes of the Queen's Scout are vital in deciding the date, time, location and who is to present the Badge, as
well as the general format of the Ceremony.
The Unit Council should take a major role in the Presentation Ceremony.
The Ceremony should not be used for any other purpose, such as the presentation of Achievement Badges, Warrants, etc.
These guidelines are provided to assist the Queen's Scout recipient, the Unit Council and the Venturer Scout Leaders,
in planning the Ceremony. They are not intended to be rigid.
Any variation to the guidelines to enhance the Ceremony should be considered.
Prior to the event:
- Determine the date, time and location of the presentation.
- Who is to present the Queen's Scout Badge?
As well as the preferences of the Queen's Scout, the availability of the Unit, Group, parents and venue need to be considered.
Invitations could be sent to appropriate people and organisations such as:
- Parliamentarians, Local Government Representatives, Representatives of Churches, Civic organisations and Service Clubs, District Association, Leaders from other Groups, District, other Venturer Scout Units, Ranger Guides, Group Committee/s, Leaders and youth members of the supporting Group/s, Examiners and past Queen's Scouts.
Have a clear understanding of roles to ensure that the event runs smoothly.
- A detailed written order of events should be provided to key participants.
- Invite the local media and ensure that a record of the event is made.
- Have the names of the Awardee/s added to the Honour Board.
- The program, if printed, could provide details of the Presentation, the achievement of the Queen's Scouts, their personal history and an outline of the Venturer Scout Award Scheme.
- A display of the Unit activities, especially those that involved the Queen's Scout could be prepared
- Special Guests should be received and shown to their seats or positions.
The Ceremony (an example) - Factors to consider:
- The Ceremony may be held indoors or outdoors
- Ample seating and a clear view of the Ceremony
- Speeches need to be made sufficiently loud to be heard by all