Romanian Scouts Collaborate with Ministry of Education for a Sustainable Future

The Minister of Education, Ligia Deca, signed a collaboration protocol with the National Organization of Romanian Scouts (ONCR), with the main objective of supporting complementary education and promoting sustainable values among students. This partnership aims to increase students' access to the activities offered by ONCR, especially for those in rural areas or disadvantaged communities. The organization's programs aim to develop an active and healthy lifestyle, but also to raise awareness of the importance of environmental protection.

• Activities and objectives

Ligia Deca stated that the partnership will focus on: - Increasing youth participation: Scout activities are complementary to formal education, offering practical learning opportunities; - Promoting a responsible lifestyle: The programs include initiatives to reduce plastic, protect nature and other campaigns aimed at reducing the impact on the environment; -Educational inclusion: The protocol aims to facilitate access for students from all regions of the country, ensuring that no child is excluded from these initiatives. "Through this protocol, we support access for all students to activities that develop their practical skills, make them responsible for the environment and promote essential values such as solidarity and respect," Minister Deca stated in a post on social networks.

• Scouts, an educational model

ONCR is known for its non-formal education methods, which emphasize learning through experience and training young people as active and responsible citizens. Through its partnership with the Ministry of Education, the organization aims to reach more students and support the development of a holistic educational environment. This initiative aligns with current educational priorities, focusing on the values of sustainability and health, essential for the formation of a generation prepared to face global challenges.