WSJ Poland 2027
The 26th World Scout Jamboree will take place from 30th July 2027 to 8th August 2027 and will see thousands of Scouts from across the world come together in Gdansk, Poland. For the 26th WSJ, Greater London North East has been allocated 2 full units by Scouts HQ. This will be the largest contingent we have ever sent to a World Scout Jamboree. Each of our 2 units will be made up of 4 leaders and 36 Young People giving us to have a total of 72 participants.
IST and CST are chosen at a regional and national level respectively and are yet to have applications open. We will have more information shortly about the selection processes for these roles and will share these details as soon as possible.
Jamboree Selection Weekend
Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th October 2025
Apply to join the 26th World Scout Jamboree
Gdansk, Poland
Learn about the 25th World Scout Jamboree
Saemangeum, South Korea
Meet the Unit Leadership Team
We are proud to announce our 8 unit leaders who will lead our Participants through their Jamboree Journey. They will join our Participants on every step of the way through the Jamboree and help to make it an unforgettable experience.
Jim Bennett
Lucy Adams
Andy Dodkins
Savika Mishra
Jack Tape
Charlotte Smith
Meyrick Owsley
TBC
International Service Team & Contingent Support Team
International Service Team
The International Service Team (IST) supports the World Scout Jamboree, Poland 2027 by providing the day-to-day running of the Jamboree. You’ll be a part of an truly special event, expand your horizons, meet Scouts from around the world, and have an incredible adventure whilst helping to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for young people. Anyone aged at least 18 years old on or before 14 May 2027 and is a member of The Scouts is eligible to apply for this role.
The IST selections are done at a regional level across Greater London and are managed by the UK Contingent team at HQ. Applications for IST roles close on the 26th September 2025 at 12.00 midday.
Contingent Support Team
The Contingent Support Team (CST) is made up of volunteers who work within specific teams to help deliver key elements of the UK Contingent’s programme and operations for the 2027 World Scout Jamboree in Poland. This role is for people who want to make a difference — who are excited to help shape an unforgettable Jamboree experience for young people and who are ready to take on a challenge with energy and purpose! Anyone aged at least 18 years old and is a member of The Scouts is eligible to apply for this role.
The CST selection day is managed entirely by the UK Contingent team. Applications for CST roles close on the 26th September 2025 at 12.00 midday.
Find out more about the application process
Learn about the IST and CMT application process
