APR Scout Foundation Triennial Report 2004-2007

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contents Messages

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Brief history

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Aim and objectives

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Reports and updates of the projects

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Financial highlights

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Membership status

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Management Committee

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How to become a member

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Message of the APR Scout Foundation President It has been a great pride for me to serve as the President

• Interest-free loans of up to US$15,000.00 repayable monthly within

of the APR Scout Foundation Management Committee

seven years were granted to NSOs for their business enterprises and

(APRSFMC) after stepping down as the Chairman of the

capital expenses for the development of Scouting.

APR Scout Committee. With the knowledge and experience of the Region, it is indeed a great challenge for me

• Recognition and incentives were offered to members who secure

and my committee. The two great challenges were: How

memberships.

to maximise the returns of the Foundation investment which Mr Anthony Thng President APR Scout Foundation

was at its lowest and how to increase the number of Foun-

• Introduction of two new categories of membership viz Plati-

dation members and donors.

num and Diamond member, to encourage upgrading of membership.

Various strategies were planned

by the APRSFMC to

counter these challenges:

• Looking for Patron or Patrons for the Foundation, to enhance the image and stature of the Foundation. Presently, we are waiting for

• The previous committee strongly recommended a re-

response as at time of reporting.

view of the Terms of Reference and made it more democratic for more capable members to serve in the manage-

• Encouraging all members of the APR Scout Committee and Sub-

ment of the APRSFMC. This was duly carried out and pre-

committees to be members of the Foundation. Results as listed below:

sented to the APR Scout Committee.

APR Scout Committee

6/10

APRSF Management Committee

11/12

• An Investment Team of three persons, Mr Paul Ho (Hong

Programme Sub-Committee

3/11

Kong), Mr Jonathan Karlovsky (Australia) and Mr Seungsu

Adult Resources Sub-Committee

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Sonny Kim (Korea) were appointed. We are proud to re-

Management Sub-Committee

2/11

port that a return of interest of US$87,236.00 was real-

Financial Resources Sub-Committee

4/10

ized as of June 2007.

Scouting Profile Sub-Committee

2/12

Task Force 2006 - 2007 Sub-Committee

6/13

• The quantum for funding community projects was on a 50-50 sharing-basis up to a maximum of US$7,500.00

In conclusion, I wish to thank members of the APRSFMC and Invest-

per project. It encourages self-help and ownership and

ment Team, the supporting staff in the APR Office and all those who

also giving opportunities for more NSOs to participate.

have joined the Foundation.

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Message of the Regional Scout Committee Chairman As chairman of the Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Committee for the past three years, I have witnessed the continuous development of Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Foundation in terms of its financial growth.

We have an excellent investment team using their professional Mr Eric Khoo Chairman APR Scout Committee

expertise to find better return to the funds that we have.

I would like to express my most sincere thanks to all the benefactors and supporters who have never failed to share their boundless support.

To all Foundation members, I am grateful for your generosity. Your contributions have gone a long way in supporting the worthy cause of Scouting.

Cheers to more successful Foundation years and lets celebrate the Centenary of World Scouting!!!

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Message of the Regional Director At the very out set, let me express my sincere “Thanks� to all members of the APR Scout Foundation and other well wishers who have shared their contributions toward the promotion of Scouting in the region and helping our young people to be more involved in their own communities. It does not matter how big or small the contribution may be, but what matters is your commitment towards fulfilling our mission of Scouting. The triennial Fellowship Gathering and the Fellowship Dinner is a simple way to say thank in kind. The Fellowship Gathering in Japan this year is important as we are meeting in the centenary year of Scouting and hope we will be able to provide better Scouting for more in the coming years.

I am also pleased to highlight that in the last triennium, with the efforts and expertise of the newly established Investment Team, led by Paul Ho, we were able to get over the minimal interest syndrome and achieve better Mr Abdullah Rasheed Regional Director World Scout Bureau, Asia-Pacific Region

income than ever before on our capital investment. As a result, we are able to fund more projects in the recent triennium than before. In all we have funded nine projects - five project grants and four project loans.

However, the growth of Foundation membership has been far behind our expectations and our last target of reaching a two million dollar is yet to be achieved.

I am very confident that with the support of all National Scout Organizations, the APR Scout Foundation Management Committee and the Investment Team in the coming biennium will grow more steadily and will be able to support more projects.

At this juncture, let me also express my sincere thanks and appreciation to all the outgoing Foundation Management Committee members and in particular to its President Mr. Anthony Thng, and Vice President John Hui for their efforts to make the Foundation more effective.

Lastly, let me close with sincere appreciation to the Hong Kong Scout Association as our Trustee for their splendid work and cooperation, which they continue to render since the beginning of the Foundation in 1991.

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brief history The Creation With a total land area of more than 21 million square kilometers and population reaching 1.9 billion excluding non-member countries, the Asia-Pacific Region has the potential for a wider range of financial resources to continuously support its undertakings.

Having a total Scout membership of over 16 million in the region, it is responsible for the 64% of the world’s Scouting population, with a large number of young people yet to be reached.

Seat of the Foundation In December of 1991, the Regional Scout Committee unanimously decided to have the APR Regional Scout Foundation in Hong Kong. A Management Committee was constituted to oversee the affairs of the Foundation. The Scout Association of Hong Kong was appointed as Trustee of the Foundation.

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aim

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objectives

Aim To continually build capital funds through membership recruitment of individuals, National Scout Organizations and their branches, and corporations who support the worthy cause of Scouting

Objectives 1. To assist the growth of Scouting and community development by funding worthwhile projects through Member Scout Organizations in the Asia-Pacific Region.

2. To support research projects on Scouting and the development of Scouting.

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Projects supported This projects targets to: • Orient the Scouts, Rovers and Leaders from 64 districts on wildlife conservation who can be the ambassadors in creating further awareness on this issue.

• Develop posters and other communicating materials on wildlife conservation.

• Organize rallies in all 64 districts on wildlife conservation.

• Extend the projects to 470 sub-districts of Bangladesh.

This project is on the implementation phase and will be completed by January 2008.

Conservation of Wild Life - Bangladesh Bangladesh is located within the 12 bio-rich areas of the world. The country is rich with respect to natural resources mainly ecosystem. Nature has always been a route to wealth in this fertile land. But extraction of profit from harvesting timber and fish stocks from converting grass lands to farm lands and over exploitation of natural resources and improper management of ecosystem, the rich biodiversity and bio-resources have started facing threats of extinction and environmental degradation.

Projects supported

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This project is an income generating project that will help the organization to cater to a variety of Scouting materials and products to all Scouts in Maldives at an affordable price; to run as a profit centre in order to provide for quality services and products throughout Maldives; to meet the requirement of a self-develop Scout shop by managing cash flows adequately and to make available of all Scout products including uniform material, stationeries, books, camping equipment, and others.

The Scout Association of Maldives targets to fully furnish the shop and

Expansion of Scout shop - Maldives

ensure that all the necessary Scout

Scouting in Maldives is spread in 26 atolls, and growth is on the upward trend. Presently, the Association of Maldives serves 5,000 Scouts, however,

Scouts and Leaders by December

Scouts always struggle in getting necessary Scout supplies.

2008.

Considering the demands of Scouts, APR Scout Foundation Management Committee supports this project to expand the operations of their existing Scout Shop that would also help the organization for additional funds.

supplies will be readily available to

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Expansion of resources-Nepal Recently, Nepal Scouts has completed their construction of commercial building (Phase 1) to utilize the unused land and to generate an income for the organization.

The location of the building is in the prime area (business district).

Considering the favorable outcome of the completed project, Nepal Scouts is encouraged to build similar building in the adjacent area, which is vacant through project “Commercial Building Phase II� supported by the APR Scout Foundation.

The Commercial Building Phase II is approximately US$203,000 worth project to be completed by

December

2007.

Upon

completion, Nepal Scouts expect to generate substantial monthly income.

Building Design: two-storey consisting of 24 rooms with an area of 7,440 sq. ft.

Projects supported

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Projects supported

Asia-Pacific Region Rover Peace Baton The Asia-pacific Region completed its 50 years of Scouting in the region on 2006 and designated the year 2006 as its “Golden Jubilee Year�. There were 15 activities decided and were held to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of APR.

One of the activities was APR Rover Peace

Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau,

The relay was completed in March and a grand

baton held throughout the region to pro-

Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, New Zealand,

handover ceremony was organized by Boy Scouts

mote peace and help Scouts create

Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore,

of the Philippines (BSP) that took place on 10

awareness on peace. It was also an ac-

Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand. The Philippines

March 2007 in Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila, Philip-

tivity to create visibility and give wide

is the last stop of the journey being the host of the

pines. On this occasion the three batons that trav-

publicity to Scouting all over the region.

Asia Pacific Regional Office of the World Organization

eled in all member countries was joined together,

The activity was launched in August

of the Scout Movement since 1956. With wide public-

represented by the BSP National President, Mayor

2006 and since then the Rover Peace

ity involving thousands of Scouts, leaders and digni-

Jejomar C Binay handed over the Peace baton to

Baton has passed through 24 countries

taries including head of the states. NSO have taken

Eric Khoo, APR Regional Chairman and Abdullah

namely Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan,

great interest in this project and had implemented it

Rasheed, APR Regional Director to end the jour-

Brunei Darussalam, Scouts of China, Fiji,

effectively.

ney of the Peace Baton.

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Rationale Peace is not in the absence of war but amidst the presence of justice. It consists of copious forms and in which we may promote the awareness of its necessity worldwide. It will provide a great opportunity to young people to understand their roles in creating a better world as well as to generate positive image of Scouting and visibility in the society.

Baton design

continue to live under the guiding principles of Scout-

Baton signifies love for peace, creating a

ing core values. Accompanying this strength is their

friendly and open environment where peace

sensitivity and compassion for people and to the world.

stays and grows in the heart of every individual. The baton is made of brass that is

Gold represents success and power and the continued

gold plated. The brass metal signifies the

existence of Scouting. Scouting possesses the power

Members of the Regional Scout Committee and Sub-committees and

strength of character of Scouts tested by

of influence to inspire people to do well, which the so-

representatives of eleven NSO’s attended the event.

challenges they meet along the way as they

ciety can benefit.

Objectives 1. Educate young people and promote peace throughout the region 2. Provide visibility of Scouting in local communities Action Undertaken The duration of the project was from Aug 2006 to March 2007. The peace baton relay started in the year of the Golden Jubilee of AsiaPacific Region (2006) and concludes during the Centennial anniversary year of World Scouting (2007).

Outcome 1. Understanding the importance of peace 2. Promotion of solidarity and cooperation within and amongst the member Scout Organizations 3. Enhanced positive image of Scouting.

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Projects supported Ticket to Life A pilot project on educating

Country

No. of Scouts Average Age Location of Group

Bangladesh

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14 yrs old

Kwan Bazar, Saidabad, Dhaka City

Population Services and Training Center

India

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11 yrs old

Bhubaneswar, Orissa Ruchika

Social Service Organization

Indonesia

64

13 yrs old

Matraman and Kramat Jati Subdistrict

Day Care Center

Nepal

32

12 yrs old

Sri Lanka32

Kappatipola School

street children, through Scout-

Madduma Bandara School

ing, in countries in the AsiaPacific Region

Coordinating Local Agency

Philippines

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TOTALS

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14 yrs old

Rasingder school

Social Services Department

Zamboanga City

Department of Social Welfare and Development

The Ticket to Life Project is being implemented in three phases. The Phase 1 included a three-day workshop for Scout leaders conducted in Manila, Philippines from 4-6 December 2006.

It was hosted by the Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP).

Six countries represented in the

workshop,

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Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Philippines and Sri Lanka.

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selected Scout leaders from six countries were trained and oriented on the project who prepared a work plan for six months stating their objectives, activities and costs involved. in the selected six countries. On top of this page is a summary of the Scout Groups organized in these six pilot countries: This phase is in progress for Phase II of the project deals

a six-month pilot testing of Scout groups. Scouts meet every week led by an adult leader.

with intervention and involvement by establishing open

Phase III. This has a long-term duration from August 2007 to July 2010. It is projected that the project will enable some 5,000 street children from

Scout groups for street children

the eight developing countries to start a meaningful life through Scouting by preparing them as responsible adults.

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Extension of NHQ Office - Mongolia The long-term plan of Mongolia Scouts to put up their own headquarters has finally realized. This has created a greater impact to the Scouts and boosts their confidence to continue operating as a fast-growing youth organization.

The project main purpose is to raise funds in building Scout & Youth Center that will contribute to Youth Recreational Activities. This will provide a comfortable environment for the youth and adolescents to participate in a healthy development and meeting the specific needs of Mongolian Scouts.

This income-generating project will contribute to the Mongolian Scouts vision of becoming self-reliant.

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Restoration of Pedro Camp - Sri Lanka The camp is a premier training center managed and maintained by Sri Lanka Scout Association. Under this project the existing facilities and its additional accommodations have been improved and developed.

The new structure were necessary for the training of adult leaders in Scouting, and carrying out other socially relevant youth activities, while enjoying well-equipped facilities. The end-goal is to make their Scouting experience and training an effective one.

The project envisaged upgrading facilities for trainees and camping

groups through providing additional area for storage and accommodation, activities (camp fire circle), area for pioneering activities etc.

Before the improvements, the camp could only accommodate groups up to 30 people. Following the restoration of the camp, it can now accommodate more than a hundred campers at a time.

It is expected that the project will help to generate sufficient funds to break even, perhaps to turn into a profit-making project.

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Projects supported

PROJECT INSILE: Efforts towards Elimination of Leprosy - Nepal Due to traditional beliefs and ignorance of the fact that Leprosy is curable, Nepal Scouts initiated a project involving Scouts to be able to help in the elimination of Leprosy in Nepal.

During the implementation of the project, Nepal Scouts surveyed 127,485 households (546,431 persons) conducted in 50 districts by 25,497 trained Scouts. 76,491 persons were referred and tested in the camp for skin test assisted by Scouts with the help of local medicos. 302 Leprosy patients were identified for

This practice has given a lot of

treatment, of which 16 leprosy pa-

positive outlook to the afflicted

tients were totally isolated in a cave.

people and a realization to the

45 patients were drop out (no regu-

Scout Movement of its helpful role.

lar medicine) and 241 patients were with their families.

APR Scout Foundation with the kind support of WSC Chairman

Scouts identified 4,350 persons suf-

Herman Hui and Boy Scouts and

fering with other skin diseases

Girl Guides of Denmark funds this

through the aid of skin test program.

project with the amount of

On the awareness campaign, Nepal

US$17,500.00.

Scouts distributed manuals to the patients and awareness brochures/

INSILE II project is still in

posters to the public.

progress.

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Projects supported

Rejuvenation of Gadpuri Community -India

Project beneficiaries are young girls and women from Village Gadpuri and other villages within a ra-

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August 2004; the produc-

the training centre.

tion-cum-training centre for Sewing and Tailoring has

Gadpuri and other nearby

been established in National

villages are basically small

Youth Complex of the

villages and women of this

Bharat Scouts & Guides Vil-

village are very reluctant

lage Gadpuri about 50kms

to go out and work. Dur-

away from Delhi.

ing the winter, harvest seasons and exams, stu-

It started with an initial

dents are having a hard

grant of US$ 15,000.00

time to participate.

from Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Foundation while The

On harvest time, most of

Bharat Scouts & Guides

the women need to take

(TBSG) contributed an

care of their families. Af-

equal amount.

ter taking diligent motivation and initiatives, 60 women and girls have enrolled on a sixmonth training on sewing.

With the completion of this project, a higher awareness of the Scout & Guides Movement in Gadpuri Community is apparent.

Until this date, this project continues to operate. It helps young people to earn while learning.

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Return on investments INVESTMENT TEAM IN ACTION: In 2005, the Investment Team was created and appointed by APR Scout Foundation Management Committee headed by Mr. Paul Ho of Hong Kong and two members, Mr Seungsu Sonny Kim of Korea and Mr Jonathan Karlovsky of Australia.

The team helps APR Scout Foundation to maximize the return on investment.

With the dedication and competence of this team Foundation interest income increased by 300% in 2007 as compared to 2006.

The Investment Team is authorized to invest up to 30% of its capital with reasonable risks; however, the team may invest 100% capital only in placements with capital guarantee.

financial highlights

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President and Vice-President

APR Scout Foundation Management Committee (2004 -2007) President:

Mr. Anthony Thng PBM

Vice president:

Mr.John Hui

Members

Members: Dr. William Wells

Mr. Kuniichi Komachi

Mr. Tan Sri Kamarul Arifin Mr. Abu Bakar Haji Ahmad bin Mohamed Yasin

Mr. George Huang Po-cheng

Ex-officio Members: Mr. Herman C.S. Hui

Mr. Eric Khoo

Mr. Paulus Tjakrawan Taningdjaja

Dr. Francis Small

Treasurer:

Mr. Sutham Phantusak

Secretary:

Mr. Abdullah Rasheed

Investment Team: Co-ordinator

Mr. Paul Ho

Ex-officio members

Treasurer and Secretary

Members: Mr. Jonathan Karlovsky

Mr. Seungsu Sonny Kim

Investment Team

management committee

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NEW MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES & NEW RECOGNITION CRITERIA

The APR Scout Foundation Management Committee and the APR Scout Committee added new membership categories.

New Categories

US$25,000 and above

Platinum member

Certificate, Pin & Platinum palm trophy

US$50,000 and above

Diamond member,

Certificate, Pin & Diamond palm trophy

Ways of thanking supporters

The Foundation would recognize NSOs/inviduals who will recruit members with total contributions

Membership Categories

as follows:

Associate Member

US$500 - up

Donor

US$1,000 - up

Certificate and Plaque of Appreciation

Bronze Palm

US$3,000 - up

US$25,000 & above

Certificate and Plaque of Appreciation

Silver Palm

US$5,000 - up

US$30,000 & above

Certificate and Plaque of Appreciation

Gold Palm

US$10,000 – up

Platinum member

US$25,000 - up

Diamond member

US$50,000 – up

US$5,000 & above

Certificate and Plaque of Appreciation

US$10,000 & above

Certificate and Plaque of Appreciation

US$20,000 & above

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BECOME A MEMBER A brochure is available upon request with application form in the Regional Office for those who are interested to become a member.

The application form can also be downloaded from the website, www.scout.org/asia-pacific Payment for the membership fee can be made by cheque/demand draft, telegraphic transfer or by credit card.

For demand draft and cheque, it may be sent in favor of: “Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Foundation/The Scout Association of HongKong” For telegraphic transfer: Account Name:

World Scout Bureau/APR

Account Number:

12000-40188

Bank/Branch:

Banco de Oro/Herrera Branch V. Sotto St., Legaspi Vill.

Makati City, Philippines

For online credit card Log on to http://www.scout.org/donate/index.shtml. Click “Donate Now.” It will connect to a page where you will see “YES, I am ready to make a donation to support.” Click on “Scouting Worldwide” and choose “Scouting in the Asia-Pacific Region and fill-up the automated columns.

For further information please write to: Mr. Abdullah Rasheed Regional Director, World Scout Bureau/APR P.O. Box 4050, MCPO 1280 Makati City, Philippines Tel Nos. 632-8180984/8171675 Fax No. 632-8190093 Email:asia-pacific@scout.org

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Acknowledgement

The Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Foundation Management Committee acknowledges:

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The kind support of all Foundation members;

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The hard work of investment team headed by Mr. Paul Ho, and his two members Mr. Jonathan Karlovsky & Mr. Seungsu Sonny Kim in extending their expertise to improve the ROI of Foundation;

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The Trustee, Hong Kong Scout Association & Scouts Australia for managing the funds;

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The members of Asia-Pacific Regional Scout Foundation Management Committee for making efforts in taking the lead;

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The World Scout Bureau/Asia-Pacific Regional Office as the Secretariat of the APR Scout Foundation; and

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To all who are directly and indirectly supporting the APR Scout Foundation and its project by sharing their skills, time and resources.

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