The INSIGNIA
We said that the Scout uniform is a symbol of democracy and that it places every young people/adult at the same level with the others. Even among Scouts and leaders, however, a certain degree of respect and regard for each other should be properly observed. Hence, the use of badges and insignia.
Through the use of badges and insignia:
Through the use of badges and insignia:
- We are able to distinguish the position of Scouts form one another. During a Scout meeting, a scouter in uniform enters the room. You recognize him to be a Scouter because he is wearing the Scout Uniform. But how can you tell his rank or office? Through the badges and insignia he wears, of course.
- We are able to give recognition to Scouts who qualify for the various advancement ranks. Badges and insignia, like th Uniform itself, are not absolutely necessary. But they are desirable because they give you a form of recognition for the efforts you have exerted and/or extended.
- We can identify the institutional group/representation of the Scout, e.g. school, district, council, region, etc.
- We can identify the National Scout Organization affiliation of the Scout; Scout Asso. of Japan, Scouts Australia, Boy Scouts of America, etc.
- We can identify the name of the Scout.
- We are identified with the World Organization of the Scout Movement – World Brotherhood.
- We can identify/promote Scouting activities we attend through the temporary (activity) patches.
- We promote nationalism and love of our country through our flag in the uniform.