The sunny island of Malta hosted 120 people for the International Commissioners’ Forum from 19-22 November. There were 98 participants, plus additional guests and the planning and host teams, at this important event. The Maltese Scouts and Guides worked hard to ensure that a full, effective programme matched the magnificent venue.

An initial training session was held on Thursday afternoon for new ICs, with more than 40 participants taking part. The forum continued with the theme ‘Go Beyond’ and tried to provide focus and inspiration for ICs in a rapidly changing world.

During the four days there were training sessions and workshops, an open space introducing different challenges and a market place permitting associations to showcase some of their achievements.

A visit to the audio-visual show – the Malta Experience – gave an overview of the unique location of Malta and a Maltese night allowed everyone to experience the music, dance and food of the island.

Inputs were given from the world levels and a there was a focus on looking to the future of the Joint work. The event elicited 100 evaluation forms and this feedback will be used to ensure future events can be even more successful.

All information concerning the event will be posted on www.europak-online.net. Thanks, or grazzi, as they say in Malta, go to the host team from the Malta Guides and Scouts and to the planning team.

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