JOTA-JOTI is the world’s largest digital and radio Scout events, promoting friendship and global citizenship 📻 📡 💻 🌍
The theme for JOTA-JOTI 2024 is “Scouts for a Greener World” and is centred on the idea of supporting young people to connect to each other and to nature throughout the event while making a commitment to sustainability. The theme underscores the importance of collective action and youth leadership in addressing pressing environmental challenges, and serves as a call to action for Scouts to to champion sustainability and strive towards creating a healthier and more resilient planet for future generations.
The theme "Scouts for a Greener World" aligns closely with Sustainable Development Goals 2 (Zero Hunger), 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), 15 (Life on Land), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
During JOTA-JOTI, Scouts will learn how they can contribute to the preservation of biodiversity and fight climate change, while also developing the skills necessary to take action to protect our planet. The event will provide a space through online and offline activities for Scouts to enhance their environmental consciousness, exchange ideas about eco-friendly and sustainable practices, become empowered to develop green skills, and learn ways they can become advocates for greening communities.
JOTA-JOTI (Jamboree-on-the-Air-Jamboree-on-the-Internet) is the world’s largest digital Scout event taking place on the Internet and over the airwaves. Held every year in October, the event connects millions of young people around the world for a full weekend of online activities that promote friendship and global citizenship. JOTA-JOTI enables young people and volunteers to participate in fun and engaging group activities over the Internet and amateur radio focused on developing 21st-century skills through Scouting.
In 2024, JOTA-JOTI takes place from 18 to 20 October. The dynamic programme comprises a variety of non-formal education activities, including webinars, global campfires, talent shows, live shows, fun challenges and more through an interactive 3D campsite. JOTA-JOTI aims to support young people of all ages to learn about communications technology, the values of global citizenship, and their role in creating a better world.
What is Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTA)
JOTA-JOTI is an annual event in which Scouts all over the world connect with each other by means of internet and amateur radio. Short-wave radio signals carry their voices to virtually any corner of the world.
It's the sheer excitement of having a live conversation with a fellow Scout at some other place in the world that attracts so many young people to this event.
JOTA-JOTI is a real Jamboree during which Scouting experiences are exchanged and ideas are shared.
The use of amateur radio techniques offers an extra educational dimension for Scouts. Many boys and girls grasp the opportunity to discover the world of wireless radio techniques and electronics.
You will need the support of at least one licensed amateur radio operator or the support of a local amateur radio club if you want to use amateur radio for JOTA-JOTI.
Amateur radio operator is enthusiastic about their hobby and most of them will be willing to help you participate in the JOTA-JOTI.
The national amateur radio organization in your country will be able to give you the contact of an amateur radio operator in your area. You can find contact information for your national amateur radio organization on the website of the International Amateur Radio Union or, simply search online for information locally on Amateur Radio.
The amateur radio operator may suggest that the Scouts visit his/her station during the JOTA-JOTI weekend, or bring his/her equipment to your local headquarters, or campsite.
Often JOTA-JOTI Amateur Radio Stations have been set up in unusual locations such as at the top of a mountain or on a boat.
Amateur Radio operators have obtained a license (they passed a technical examination to obtain this license) for their radio transmissions from the authorities in their country. License conditions vary from country to country.
Thousands of Amateur Radio operators will assist the Scouts over the JOTA-JOTI weekend with their knowledge, equipment, enthusiasm and ethics (Please read the Amateur Radio Code of Conduct).
In some countries, Scouts may speak over the air themselves; in others, special permission can be obtained for Scouts to speak on the radio themselves during the JOTA-JOTI weekend.
Where Scouts are not allowed to speak over the air, the licensed operator will have to make the contacts. If the operator is not a Scout or leader, they will need a special briefing about Scouting and your group. The operator should be able to talk about Scouting in your local area and be able to have friendly and informative exchanges on behalf of the present Scouts.
The Scouts can help briefing the operator and telling him the sort of things they would like to find out from other Scouts.
Be sure that any amateur radio operator, or other external supporter, is aware of your safeguarding / child protection policies for the event.
What is Jamboree-On-The-Internet (JOTI)
JOTI is an annual event in which Scouts and Guides from all corners of the world connect with each other through the internet. Digital signals carry their voices, pictures and messages all around the world. Connecting virtually with young people from other countries gives a feeling of the worldwide fellowship that scouting is.
When is it?
JOTI 2023 runs from 20 to 22 October. During this time, the internet will be buzzing with communication between Scouts and Guides from different countries.
How to take part?
To take part in Jamboree-On-The-Internet and experience the excitement of connecting virtually with peers across the globe, you only need an internet connection and a computer or smartphone.
Most National Scout Organizations have appointed a National JOTA-JOTI Coordinator (NJC), who coordinates activities for them. Where no NJC exists, the International Commissioner is the point of contact.
How to proceed?
Familiarise yourself with the programme ahead of time, to see, which activities you will find interesting. During the JOTI weekend, take part in the activities, tune in to the live shows or meet fellow Scouts on our different channels.
Yes, it is that simple!
Become an ambassador for JOTA-JOTI
The JOTA-JOTI Ambassador Programme invite all participants that actively contribute to JOTA-JOTI to join a new Global Community, with the purpose to further develop their roles, to learn new ways to grow and promote the event, and to expand the network of passionate JOTA-JOTI supporters around the World.
What is the Ambassador’s role? JOTA-JOTI ambassadors should help with promoting the event to spark interest and share ideas that can help us improve and grow the event.
Ambassador requirements To become an ambassador, you must fulfill the following requirements:
Registration - Ambassadors must be registered in the JOTA-JOTI platform.
Age - Ambassadors must be aged 13 years or older.
Language - Ambassadors must be able to communicate well in English.
Coming soon!
Keep your eye out for more information about the ambassador's programme on this page and our social media channels.
Safe from Harm
Keeping young people Safe from Harm online is a top priority in all our events. Through chat moderation, “listening ears”, e-learning courses and a number of sessions about how to be safe online, we make sure that all participants have a positive and safe JOTA-JOTI experience.
JOTA-JOTI is one of World Scouting’s longest-running global events dating back more than 60 years to 1958. The digital educational event has seen steady annual growth in participation over the years and with a focus on the future aims to reach millions of more participants in the years to come.
Meet Scouts from Around the World 🌍
Looking to connect with fellow Scouts across the globe? Here are three ways to meet and engage with other participants during JOTA-JOTI:
Scout Group Directory: Search
by name or country to find registered Scout groups. The directory
provides details like group name, NSO, location, and contact
information. Explore it Now!
Chatrooms:Join moderated chat rooms to talk with Scouts worldwide. Connect over various topics through Rocket.Chat or ScoutLink. Go to Chat Room Now!
Group Video Calls:Experience virtual meetings with Scout groups globally, sharing adventures and exploring different Scouting cultures. Sign up for a video call!
