World Thinking Day
February 22, Thursday
World Thinking Day is an annual event held on 22 February to promote unity and solidarity among Scouts and to raise awareness of global issues. The day provides an opportunity for Scouts and Guiders around the world to reflect on how they can contribute to the betterment of society, support others and be part of a global movement to change the world.History and Origins
World Thinking Day was established in 1926 at the 4th World Scout Conference in the USA. The date of 22 February was chosen for a reason – it is the birthday of both the founder of the Scout movement, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, and his wife Olave Baden-Powell, who was active in the Women's Guide movement.
Objectives of World Thinking Day
International solidarity. This day unites Scouts and Guides around the world, helping them to understand that they belong to a global family that shares common values and goals.
Considering global issues. World Thinking Day helps to draw attention to pressing global issues such as climate change, the fight against inequality, human rights, and to think about how they can contribute to solving them.
Developing leadership skills. Young people are encouraged to reflect on their role in society, how they can become leaders and positively influence their community and the world as a whole.
Seeking inspiration. The day serves as a reminder that even small actions by each person can have a significant impact on the world. It inspires young people to think about how they can change the world for the better.
How World Thinking Day is celebrated
Events in Scout and Guide organizations. On this day, many countries hold events organized by scouts and guides, such as seminars, trainings, and meetings devoted to discussing global topics.
Actions and charity. Scouts and guides often organize charity events aimed at helping those in need, raising funds to support various projects, or holding events to protect the environment.
Reflections and discussions. On this day, scouts are encouraged to think about important social issues, how they can contribute to their solution, and discuss these issues in their communities.
Exchange of cultural experiences. Scouts and guides from different countries can participate in the exchange of experiences and cultural traditions, strengthening international ties and understanding.
World Thinking Day in other years
- 2021 February 22, Monday
- 2022 February 22, Tuesday
- 2023 February 22, Wednesday
- 2025 February 22, Saturday
World Thinking Day in other countries
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- American Samoa
- Andorra
- Angola
- Anguilla
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Armenia
- Aruba
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Bahamas
- Bahrain
- Bangladesh
- Barbados
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Belize
- Benin
- Bermuda
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Bonaire
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Botswana
- Brazil
- British Virgin Islands
- Brunei
- Bulgaria
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- CAR
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Cape Verde
- Cayman Islands
- Chad
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cook Islands
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Cuba
- Curacao
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- DR Congo
- Denmark
- Djibouti
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- East Timor
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- El Salvador
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Estonia
- Ethiopia
- Falkland Islands
- Faroe Islands
- Fiji
- Finland
- France
- French Guiana
- French Polynesia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Germany
- Ghana
- Gibraltar
- Greece
- Greenland
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guam
- Guatemala
- Guernsey
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Hong Kong
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Ireland
- Isle of Man
- Israel
- Italy
- Ivory Coast
- Jamaica
- Japan
- Jersey
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Kiribati
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Laos
- Latvia
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Macau
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mali
- Malta
- Marshall Islands
- Martinique
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Mexico
- Micronesia
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Mongolia
- Montenegro
- Montserrat
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Nauru
- Nepal
- Netherlands
- New Caledonia
- New Zealand
- Nicaragua
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- North Macedonia
- Northern Mariana Islands
- Norway
- Oman
- Pakistan
- Palau
- Palestine
- Panama
- Papua New Guinea
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Puerto Rico
- Qatar
- Reunion
- Romania
- Russia
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Martin
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Saint-Barthelemy
- Samoa
- San Marino
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Saudi Arabia
- Senegal
- Serbia
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- Sint Maarten
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Solomon Islands
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Korea
- South Sudan
- Spain
- Sri Lanka
- St. Pierre and Miquelon
- Sudan
- Suriname
- Swaziland
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Syria
- Taiwan
- Tajikistan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Tokelau
- Tonga
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- Tuvalu
- U.S. Virgin Islands
- UAE
- Uganda
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uruguay
- Uzbekistan
- Vanuatu
- Vatican
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Wallis and Futuna
- Western Sahara
- Yemen
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe