To gain the badge, members should complete activities from the list below.
Upon completion of the activities, leaders will be able to order the badges ( they are free of charge) from Peter Rookes direct who manages the supply and distribution of these. Please email Peter who will arrange despatch – pjrookes@gmail.com
These activities can be adapted for those with inclusion and/or disability needs. If leaders or young people have additional ideas for activities that fit within the ethos of the badge, then please email us at info@birminghamscouts.org.uk and we will include them on the website.
The County Commissioners for both Birmingham Scouts and Guides have agreed that the More in Common badge can be worn on the uniform and will be provided free of charge to members who have completed the requirements. This results from a generous donation in memory of the late Jean Rookes, who worked jointly for many years, with Peter, in working for a friendlier, more compassionate society.
The badge has proved a popular inclusion into all section programmes and today we have given out over 1,300 badges across the County - a huge achievement for Peter and the team.
The More in Common badge is a partnership between Birmingham Scouts and Guides and the Jo Cox Foundation. The ethos of the badge is to encourage Scouts and Guides to show compassion, kindness and friendship to others, and to reach out across our diverse communities. An introduction to the badge by Kim Ledbetter, Jo’s sister can be found on the Birmingham Scouts YouTube Channel and the work of the Jo Cox Foundation can be found on their website.
Find your local Scout group based on your post code to get involved today!