{"alias":"blogEntry","byline":"","standfirst":"","content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EHere are some recommended activities Scouts volunteers can use in meetings to help young people feel safe and included.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/18298/beavers-with-scooter.jpg","width":7000,"height":4667,"altText":"Two Beavers smile at each other while one holds onto a scooter.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EGetting to know each other\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese activities are designed to help young people build connection, trust, and mutual understanding within their group. They use interactive, reflective, and creative methods to:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBreak the ice and encourage participation in a relaxed way \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/play-when-the-wind-blows/\u0022 title=\u0022Play When The Wind Blows\u0022\u003EWhen the Wind Blows\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EExplore personal identities and discover shared experiences, fostering empathy and belonging \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/someone-like-me/\u0022 title=\u0022Someone like me\u0022\u003ESomeone Like Me\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ECelebrate the unique culture of the group and express it in a way that welcomes others \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/our-group-our-culture/\u0022 title=\u0022Our group, our culture\u0022\u003EOur Group, Our Culture\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETogether, these activities create a foundation for inclusive, respectful relationships, where every young person feels recognised and valued.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/18285/beavers-in-circle.jpg","width":7000,"height":4667,"altText":"A group of Beavers and volunteers sitting on the ground in a park.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EConnecting with communities\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese activities are designed to help young people build meaningful relationships beyond their immediate group, fostering a sense of belonging in wider society.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThey encourage:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EStrengthening bonds with other Scout groups and diverse communities \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/making-connections/\u0022 title=\u0022Making connections\u0022\u003E(Making Connections\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETaking positive, practical action to promote inclusion and social change (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/be-the-change/\u0022 title=\u0022Be the change\u0022\u003EBe the Change\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGaining new perspectives by learning about and experiencing different cultures or faiths (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/interacting-with-different-communities/\u0022 title=\u0022Interacting with different communities\u0022\u003EInteracting with Different Communities\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESpreading empathy and goodwill through simple, creative acts of kindness (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/make-kindness-pebbles/\u0022 title=\u0022Make kindness pebbles\u0022\u003EMake Kindness Cards\u003C/a\u003E).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETogether, these activities develop cultural awareness, social responsibility, and active citizenship, helping young people feel confident in engaging with and contributing to the communities around them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/qhpg0goo/db-20230610-1205-109139min.jpg","width":6000,"height":4000,"altText":"A group of Scouts in blue group t-shirts sit around a table outside.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003ECulture and history\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese activities are designed to help young people explore, appreciate, and celebrate the diversity of traditions, histories, and customs that shape our world.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThey encourage:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDiscovering cultural symbols, art forms, and celebrations from different parts of the world (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/catch-the-dragon-s-tail/\u0022 title=\u0022Catch the dragon\u2019s tail\u0022\u003EPlay Catch the Dragon\u2019s Tail\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/henna-hands/\u0022 title=\u0022Henna hands\u0022\u003EHenna Hands\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/make-samba-shakers/\u0022 title=\u0022Make samba shakers\u0022\u003EMake Samba Shakers\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELearning about significant historical contributions and experiences, particularly within Black British history (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/make-a-black-history-timeline/\u0022 title=\u0022Make a Black history timeline\u0022\u003EMake a Black History Timeline\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/watch-a-film-to-celebrate-black-history-month/\u0022 title=\u0022Watch a film to celebrate Black History Month\u0022\u003EWatch a Film to Celebrate Black History Month\u003C/a\u003E).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETogether, these activities build cultural literacy, challenge stereotypes, and promote respect for global heritage, helping young people value both their own backgrounds and those of others.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/rakeexgn/db-20240720-8430-200524min.jpg","width":6000,"height":4000,"altText":"A group of young people and volunteers kneeling down. One is wearing a vest that says \u0022I am a Muslim, I am a Scout, I am a volunteer\u0022.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EFaith and belief awareness\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese activities are designed to help young people explore and appreciate the diverse ways that faith and belief are expressed around the world.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThey encourage:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUnderstanding how beliefs shape actions, values, and traditions (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/faith-feathers/\u0022 title=\u0022Faith feathers\u0022\u003EFaith Feathers\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/learn-about-different-religious-festivals/\u0022 title=\u0022Learn about different religious festivals\u0022\u003ELearn About Different Religious Festivals\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/learn-about-the-black-stone/\u0022 title=\u0022Learn about the Black Stone\u0022\u003ELearn about the Black Stone\u003C/a\u003E).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELearning about and celebrating religious festivals through creative, hands-on activities (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/celebrate-holi-with-a-colourful-scavenger-hunt/\u0022 title=\u0022Celebrate Holi with a colourful scavenger hunt\u0022\u003ECelebrate Festival of Colours (Holi)\u003C/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/make-a-date-shake/\u0022 title=\u0022Make a date shake\u0022\u003EMake a Date Shake\u003C/a\u003E).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETogether, these activities foster respect, empathy, and open-mindedness, helping young people engage positively with people of all faiths and beliefs, and feel confident in navigating a diverse society.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"gridImageBlock","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","image":"/media/18328/cub-making-heart.jpg","width":7000,"height":4667,"altText":"A Cub in a green jumper and necker looks at the camera while making a heart shape with their hands.","caption":"","link":null},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EExploring equity and bias\u0026nbsp;\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThese activities are designed to help young people recognise, reflect on, and challenge unfairness and unconscious bias.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThey encourage:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EUnderstanding how inequities affect individuals and groups, and exploring strategies for fairness (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/play-equity-spaghetti/\u0022 title=\u0022Play Equity Spaghetti\u0022\u003EEquity Spaghetti\u003C/a\u003E)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERecognising personal and social biases, particularly how similarity and difference influence relationships (\u003Ca href=\u0022/activities/learn-about-affinity-bias/\u0022 title=\u0022Learn about affinity bias\u0022\u003EThe Tag Game\u003C/a\u003E).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETogether, these activities build awareness, empathy, and critical thinking, equipping young people to contribute to more inclusive and equitable environments.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null}]},"searchDescription":null,"pageType":null,"location":null,"versionDate":"14 August 2025","reviewDate":null,"furtherReading":[],"relatedLinks":[],"id":86734,"nodeName":"How to help young people feel safe and included","title":"How to help young people feel safe and included","type":"blogEntry","image":{"url":"/media/2194/understanding-disability2.jpg?width=800\u0026height=450\u0026v=1dae19ad41cee90","caption":"Beavers draw sitting on the floor","type":"jpg","size":118195,"width":396,"height":271,"altText":"Two Beavers sitting on the floor make a drawing"},"assets":null,"headerOptions":{"headerTitle":"How to help young people feel safe and included","headerSubTitle":null,"headerCta":null,"headerCtaText":null,"headerCtaLink":null,"headerBackgroundColour":null,"showSEOImage":false,"headerBackgroundImage":null,"quickLinks":null},"subHeader":"These are some activities volunteers can use in meetings to help young people feel safe and included while at Scouts.","browserTitle":"How to help young people feel safe and included","silktide":"eyJjbXMiOiJVbWJyYWNvIiwiZWRpdG9yVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9wcm9kLWNtcy5zY291dHMub3JnLnVrLy91bWJyYWNvIy9jb250ZW50L2NvbnRlbnQvZWRpdC84NjczNCJ9","canonicalUrl":"https://www.scouts.org.uk/news/2025/august/how-to-help-young-people-feel-safe-and-included/"}