19/08/2026
The Scout Messenger of Peace lesson at the Moot was an important session that reminded Scouts of their responsibility to promote peace, understanding, and unity in their communities. The lesson emphasized that peace is not simply the absence of conflict, but also the presence of respect, tolerance, dialogue, justice, and cooperation among people of different backgrounds.
Scouts were encouraged to become Messengers of Peace by identifying challenges affecting their communities and taking practical steps to address them. Through Scouting values, young people can help prevent conflicts, promote reconciliation, support vulnerable people, and encourage peaceful relationships. The session highlighted that even small acts of kindness, forgiveness, listening, and helping others can contribute to building a peaceful society.
The lesson also emphasized the importance of leadership and service. Scouts were encouraged to lead by example and use their skills to bring positive change wherever they live. The Moot provided an opportunity for Scouts from different countries and cultures to learn from one another, appreciate diversity, and strengthen international friendship.
The Messenger of Peace lesson therefore inspired participants to return to their communities with a renewed commitment to peacebuilding. It reminded every Scout that being a Messenger of Peace is not only a title but a responsibility to live peacefully, serve others, resolve conflicts constructively, and encourage others to work together for a better and more peaceful world.
Joy Cee Msiska
Catholic Conference of Scouting in Malawi Scouting in Africa Tusaiwe Yana
