JOTA-JOTI 2025
Ultimate Guide for My First JOTI
17 – 19 October 2025
Bring your Scout Unit together for an unforgettable JOTI experience! Connect live with another Unit — often in a different country — to share Scouting cultures, build global friendships, and enjoy a fun, inclusive group setting.
This program is designed to support safe, engaging, and meaningful participation for every Scout, helping young people strengthen digital skills while celebrating what unites us worldwide.
What You’ll Need
- Laptop/tablet with webcam
- Projector & speakers
- External microphone
- Reliable internet
- Large meeting space
- Props (flags, maps, whiteboard)
- Pre-prepared questions
- Seating arranged for visibility
Child Safety First
- Two registered Leaders must supervise at all times
- Signed parental consent required
- Calls must be in a Scout hall or shared space
- Use approved platforms only — no personal accounts or private chats
How to Get Started
- 3–4 Weeks Before: Register at jotajoti.info, match with another Unit, agree on time, platform, and program theme.
- 1–2 Weeks Before: Prepare your Scouts with digital etiquette, assign roles (MC, presenters, timekeeper), and create a short presentation.
- 1 Week Before: Test your tech, confirm details, and finalise permissions.
On the Day
- Set up tech and seating (30-60min) early
- Set up projector, speakers, camera, and seating
- Test video call platform and volume levels
- Display flags, maps or banners
- Ensure Leaders are briefed and assigned roles (e.g. tech lead, safety monitor)
Welcome and Introductions
- Appoint a Scout MC to welcome the other Unit
- Conduct a group introduction (e.g. wave, “Hello from Australia!”)
- Share a short video or slideshow about your Group
Interactive Program Ideas
- Run a Q&A using pre-prepared questions (alternating between Groups)
- Present a skit or song
- Play a shared online game or quiz (e.g. Kahoot, Scout Trivia)
- Show off Scout uniforms and badges
- Do a mini “cultural exchange” (foods, camp practices, traditions)
- Conduct a joint Scout Promise
Wrap-Up
- Thank the other Group and share any follow-up (e.g. badge swap by post)
- Take a group photo (with consent)
- Ensure no Scouts share personal contact details
After the Call
- Group reflection discussion:
- Optional written reflection or drawing
- Log participation towards:
- “Scout Flags of the World” Wall: Add the visited country to your hall
- Badge or Patch Swap: Organise a postal exchange between Leaders
- Pen Pal Group Program: Set up monthly Zoom calls or group letter writing
- Return Call: Plan a follow-up call with a different section (e.g. Cubs or Venturers)
- Branch Child Safety Advisor
- JOTI Team / WOSM Support
- District/Region Commissioner for International Scouting
– What did we enjoy?
– What did we learn about their Scouting life?
– What surprised us?
– Milestones
– Special Interest Areas (SIA)
– Scout of the World Award (Venturers)
Optional Add-Ons
Contacts & Support
Let the World Meet Your Patrol! Deliver a JOTI experience that’s youth-led, safe, and full of global connections. Let your Group leave their footprint on the world stage — together.
