23/07/2026
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As the second day celebration of the 61st Founding Anniversary opened, the Council Scout Executive and Youth Development Officer II of Davao City Council, Dionel D. Batistiel left a vital reminder for the children, the heart of the Scouting movement, and parents, whose support and nurture help shape the nation's future at home.
Centered on the theme: โBoy Scouts: Ready for Life,โ Sir Batistiel calls for a renewed focus on character development, particularly in light of recent challenges facing young people in the Philippines.
He highlighted that being "Ready for Life" goes far beyond survival skills, putting an emphasis that good character and service to others are equally important in the Scouting movement and in the communities it serves.
The call stems from a time when the Filipino youth are facing significant issues, one of which refers to the heartbreaking shooting incident inside a school in Tacloban City, Sir Batistiel expressed that these events remind us of a critical issue: that Filipino youth are now facing "dying character development."
The 61st Founding Anniversary celebration in Davao City Council continues with various activities, but the Council Scout Executiveโs message regarding childrenโs character and parents responsibility has become an invitation for renewed commitment to the Scouting movement.
The council has reaffirmed its dedication to preparing young men and women to be truly "Ready for Life," inside and out.