{"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EThrough the Skills for Life Strategy, the Scouts offers volunteers and Groups opportunities to make a real difference to their community. Contribution over and above the normal commitment to the Scouts can sometimes be worthy of a national honour.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ERead on to learn more about the different national honours and which could be more relevant to those in the Scouts.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EYou may wish to consider locally nominating a member for the Scouts if they meet the criteria for any of the national honour awards listed below\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#003982","title":"For individuals","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAwarded for having a major contribution in any activity, usually at national level. Other people working in the nominee\u2019s area will see their contribution as inspirational and significant, requiring commitment over a long period of time.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Knight or Dame"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAwarded for having a prominent but lesser role at national level, or a leading role at regional level. You can also get one for a distinguished, innovative contribution to any area.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAwarded for having a major local role in any activity, including people whose work has made them known nationally in their chosen area.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAwarded for an outstanding achievement or service to the community. This will have had a long-term, significant impact and stand out as an example to others.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EAwarded for a \u2018hands-on\u2019 service to the local community. This could be a long-term charitable or voluntary activity, or innovative work of a relatively short duration (three to four years) that has made a significant difference.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ENominations for the British Empire Medal should be considered locally for members of the Scouts where the individual has made a contribution to their local community by way of or in addition to their contribution to the Scouts.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMembers of the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/the-national-honours-subgroup/\u0022 title=\u0022The National Honours Subgroup\u0022\u003ENational Honours Subgroup\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;can also assist with supporting such nominations as they are being constructed.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"British Empire Medal (BEM)"}]},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"type":"Promo","cta":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThe King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS)\u003C/p\u003E","link":null,"colour":"#003982","title":"For Groups","image":null,"imageFocus":"","imageId":0,"imageKey":"00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000","imageCrop":"","gridType":"card","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":true,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EWithin the Scouts, our programme encourages \u2018Community Impact\u2019 via our Skills for Life Strategy. Some of this work may also be considered for a King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service. Equivalent to an MBE, the King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service is the highest national award given to volunteer groups across the UK and is awarded for life.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"What is the King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EThe King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service uses the term \u2018group\u2019 for who can be nominated which, for the Scouts, means a Group, District or County including Explorer Units and Scout Networks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EAny group must be made up of 3 or more people, be UK-based, be in operation for 3 years, have over half their volunteers eligible to reside in the UK, and be led by volunteers. Groups must also provide a specific and direct benefit to the local community.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Who can be nominated?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EIt is important that all nominations distinguish how they are different to similar organisations in their approach and outcomes in their area of delivery. How have these groups been different or innovative to that which is normally provided by local Scouting?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EPlease see some recent examples of groups in The Scouts that have received a KAVS\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ESt George\u2019s Mill Hill Scout Group \u2013 awarded 2024. Recognised for their work providing opportunities for over 80 young people, but also specifically mentions their community impact with their Canalside Activity and Environment Centre. They provide activities to their whole community, including kayaking, archery and backwoods cooking. Estimated to have been used by 6000 people across their local community in 2024. They mention they have fundraised for children in Romania over the last 15 years, including organising supplies to be sent over in lorries.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E4th Crosby and District (St William of York) Scout Group \u2013 awarded 2024. Recognised for working with their local community to provide a range of opportunities for young people to develop skills for life. They are a church connected Scout Group and volunteer with and help to provide support to individuals within their parish.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EMore information on the above awards can be found \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/news/2024/november/scout-groups-honoured-with-king-s-award-for-voluntary-service/\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Why should a group be nominated?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ELike all Scout awards, the first step is the nomination. You can read all about it on the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https://qavs.dcms.gov.uk/\u0022\u003EGovernment\u0027s King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service website\u003C/a\u003E. Just follow the guidance.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EIf you\u0027re thinking about nominating a group for a King\u2019s Award for Voluntary Service and want to discuss the process, someone from the\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/the-national-honours-subgroup/\u0022 title=\u0022The National Honours Subgroup\u0022\u003ENational Honours Subgroup\u003C/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;would be happy to chat to you.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ENominations can supported by the local Lieutenancies, with \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/contacting-lorddeputy-lieutenants/\u0022\u003Econtacting Lord/Deputy Lieutenants\u003C/a\u003E a great place to start.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"How to nominate?"}]}]}],"config":null}]},"prev":null,"next":{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/making-a-national-honour-nomination/","title":"Making a national honour nomination"},"allParts":[{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/types-of-national-honours/","title":"Types of national honours"},{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/making-a-national-honour-nomination/","title":"Making a national honour nomination"},{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/completing-a-national-honour-nomination/","title":"Completing a national honour nomination"},{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/considerations-and-advice-on-national-honour-nominations/","title":"Considerations and advice on national honour nominations"},{"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/contacting-lorddeputy-lieutenants/","title":"Contacting Lord/Deputy Lieutenants"}],"link":"/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/types-of-national-honours/","id":47844,"nodeName":"Types of national honours","title":"Types of national honours","type":"codexPart","image":{"url":"/media/12108/fdl-hp.jpg?width=800\u0026height=450\u0026v=1dab8e1b20252a0","caption":"Scouts purple logo","type":"jpg","size":93039,"width":1268,"height":664,"altText":"An image of a purple background showing the white Scouts logo"},"assets":null,"headerOptions":{"headerTitle":"Types of national honours","headerSubTitle":null,"headerCta":null,"headerCtaText":null,"headerCtaLink":null,"headerBackgroundColour":null,"showSEOImage":false,"headerBackgroundImage":null,"quickLinks":null},"searchDescription":"","subHeader":"","browserTitle":null,"silktide":"eyJjbXMiOiJVbWJyYWNvIiwiZWRpdG9yVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9wcm9kLWNtcy5zY291dHMub3JnLnVrLy91bWJyYWNvIy9jb250ZW50L2NvbnRlbnQvZWRpdC80Nzg0NCJ9","canonicalUrl":"https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/learning-development-and-awards/awards-and-recognition/national-honours/promoting-national-honours-and-external-award-schemes/types-of-national-honours/"}