Boy Scouts of America has officially changed its name and will become more “comprehensive”
Nine months after the name change was announced, American Boy Scouts (BSA) On Saturday, the name was officially changed to “meet the evolving needs of young people.”
The organization adopted America, a new name for its 115th anniversary, “marking pivotal moments in the organization’s journey,” according to a statement released Saturday.
This shift occurred after a recent policy change in 2018, allowing girls to participate in the program. The organization began allowing gay youth in 2013 and ended the blanket ban for gay adult leaders in 2015.
The Boy Scouts of America changed its name to Scouting America. (Tony Gutierrez/AP)
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President and CEO Roger Krone told The Associated Press that there was “some backlash,” but said there was a small surge in membership after announcing the rebrand in May.
“The fact that we’ve come more Gender neutral namea lot of people wanted to know more about it,” the clone told the AP.
The AP reported that over 15,000 scouts participated, bringing total membership to over 1 million people.
The Boy Scouts will present their colors in the national anthem before the NFL game in Houston on October 31, 2021. (Bob Levy/Getty Images)
As Nation Scouting America said it will primarily offer children opportunities with a focus on character development, leadership, fun and outdoor exploration.
According to the statement, the adaptation “ensures that future generations have the opportunity to benefit from this transformational program.”
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While the name has been changed, A Texas-based organization He said that its mission will remain the same for a century. Prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lives by instilling scouting oaths and legal values.
“All adventures, including camping trips, pinewood derbeaker races, trail hiking, and more encourage personal growth by teaching young people how to set goals and achieve them with determination,” Spokesmath said. wrote in a statement. “As we look to the future, Scouting America is dedicated to providing young people with the values, skills and experience they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”
Roger Krone, president and CEO of the Boy Scouts of America, at the organizational headquarters in Irving, Texas. (AP News)
The organization’s website has a new name, but social media accounts still have traditional handles.
“American scouting helped instill timeless values in multiple generations of Americans,” Krone wrote in a statement. “It’s getting more and more complicated Interconnected worldThe values and skills instilled by scouting are more important than ever, with strong personality, ethical decision-making and the need for effective leadership being paramount. ”
The clone added that it reaffirms its commitment to providing a “safe and supportive environment” where young people can develop essential qualities.
The Boy Scout uniforms hang in the American Boy Scout Marine Council store held in San Rafael, California on July 27, 2015. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
“Scouting America is committed to providing young people with a safe environment where they can learn meaningful life skills, create lifelong memories and grow into leaders of tomorrow,” the organization wrote in a statement. “In fact, since its inception in 1910, more than 130 million Americans have scouted American programs.”
Fox News Digital previously reported that the rebrand came after a massive hit with membership COVID-19 pandemic.
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It also follows a court order to pay a $2.46 billion settlement, including around 82,000 former Boy Scouts they allegedly claimed. He was sexually abused by BSA officials and volunteers.
The bankruptcy filing allowed the organization to continue operating.
Michael Dorgan of Fox News Digital and the Associated Press contributed to this report.