Skautumisena

Skautumisena is a Finnish term that broadly refers to the activity of participating in the Scouting movement. This encompasses a wide range of activities, principles, and organizations associated with global Scouting. In Finland, as elsewhere, skautumisena involves young people engaging in outdoor pursuits, developing practical skills, fostering a sense of community, and learning leadership and self-reliance. The core ethos of skautumisena is aligned with the Scout Method, which emphasizes learning by doing, a progressive system of training, a promise and law, a patrol system, personal growth, and community involvement.

The Finnish Scouting movement, represented by organizations such as the Finnish Scouts and Guides, offers various programs for different age groups, from beavers and cubs to older scouts and rovers. These programs often include camping, hiking, knot-tying, first aid, environmental awareness, and social responsibility projects. Skautumisena aims to equip young people with values that will help them become responsible citizens and active members of society. The emphasis is on character development and a commitment to making the world a better place. The term itself is a direct translation of "doing scouting" or "engaging in scouting."