Listening Ear at the Jamboree
Listening Ears are IST members trained to provide support to youth and adults by listening to the challenges they may be facing, particularly during times of emotional or mental difficulty. They play a crucial role by offering a compassionate ear to those in need.
Did you know that during the 26th World Scout Jamboree, there will be over 100 Listening Ears ready to support you? We want to create a safe space where everyone - participant, Patrol Leader, IST, or CMT - feels cared for, heard, and understood when facing difficulties.
Several Listening Ears stations will be in Hubs and other key locations, such as Plaza and programme venues. 
At each Listening Ear station there will be a Safe Zone – a quiet place for reduce overstimulation and give a space for those who need a moment after Listening Ear support before joining an intense Jamboree experience. It will be also a safe space for participants and adults after receiving medical assistance.
The stations will be open all day. Listening Ear support will also be available during central events. At each Listening Ear station there will be a Safe Zone – a quiet place for reduce overstimulation and give a space for those who need a moment after Listening Ear support before joining an intense Jamboree experience. It will be also a safe space for participants and adults after receiving medical assistance.
The stations will be open all day. Listening Ear support will also be available during central events.
Be a Brave Listening Ear Ambassador!
The role of a Listening Ear is of special importance when it comes to ensure a wellbeing at the Jamboree. There are several good practices to consider while preparing for the Jamboree.
You can help us a lot by encouraging suitable candidates to apply to become Listening Ears ISTs. You may not be joining us, but someone in your NSO might be a perfect fit!
If you find our mission as important as we do, don't hesitate to share this opportunity with your colleagues! Help us find those amazing individuals! They don't have to be psychologists. We are looking for people who are open-hearted, have a clear understanding of what Safe from Harm stands for, and possess good communication and language skills.
Please forward this message to leaders, volunteers, or anyone in your MO who you think would be an amazing addition to our team and should join our upcoming recruitment process. They will also receive a special training for this role during their IST onboarding process.
If you are a Head of Contingent, you can also consider appointing an internal Listening Ear(s) in your Contingent as a part of CMT. This way the participants and ISTs from your Contingent will have an easy access to the emotional and psychological support in their native language.
