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The World Federation of Independent Scouts is open to any Scouting association that is not affiliated with another international organization. WFIS requires that member associations "follow, and use, Baden-Powell's original program, traditions, uniforms, morals, ethics, and structure as laid out in Baden-Powell's '' Scouting For Boys '', amended only for "health, environmental, first-aid, and safety reasons". At present there are 53 WFIS-affiliated associations in 32 countries, plus one umbrella federation, with an estimated 30,000 members. REGIONAL DIVISIONS The WFIS is divided into five regions:
The African Region is currently inactive, although there are WFIS Associations operating there. FIRST WORLD JAMBOREE The First World Jamboree was held in Denmark in 2002 ,1 with 850 Scouts attending. The event's motto was ''Together we are strongest''. SECOND WFIS WORLD JAMBOREE The Second WFIS World Jamboree was held from 7-14 July 2007 with over 3000 Scouts attending. It was held near Medellín , Colombia . SEE ALSO REFERENCES EXTERNAL LINKS |
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