{"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022TextRun SCXW45268922 BCX8\u0022 data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW45268922 BCX8\u0022\u003EWe believe that young people should be shaping their experience at Scouts. We know that only when young people have the avenues to use their voices and be included in decision making, can we truly support young people on their journey to becoming our future leaders, in and outside of Scouts. 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We\u2019ve designed activities that empower young people and adults, giving members the confidence to have young people at the center of their Scouts experience.\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan data-ccp-props=\u0022{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559739\u0026quot;:160,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan data-contrast=\u0022auto\u0022\u003EAs well as shaping the programme, we\u2019ve also increased the amount of support we provide to our young people in leadership positions. Currently, we have 537 inspiring local Youth Commissioners across the UK. 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