Accompanied by European Scout Committee Chair Matthias Gerth and World Events Director Jacob Murray, WOSM leaders joined ZHP Chief Commissioner Martyna Kowacka and Jamboree Executive Director Karol Gzyl for meetings with top government officials. The ZHP delegation included International Commissioner Mateusz Janik, Institutional Support Coordinator Małgorzata Sinica, and Host Engagement Co-Head Jacek Smura, who all contributed to discussions on Jamboree preparations.
Meeting with the Speaker of the Senate
In a key meeting, Senate Speaker Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska expressed strong parliamentary support for the 2027 Jamboree. She highlighted Scouting’s role in Polish society and ZHP’s commitment to civil society development. The Senate, Poland’s upper parliamentary house, will facilitate Jamboree side events and ensure legislative support for the event, emphasising the country’s dedication to the Scouts’ mission.
Engagement at the Presidential Palace
The delegation also met with Secretary of State Wojciech Kolarski at the Presidential Palace, where he reiterated the President’s honorary patronage of Polish Scouting and underscored the national significance of the Jamboree. With personal experience attending the World Scout Conference in 2017 and Jamboree in 2019, Minister Kolarski reaffirmed the Presidential Office’s commitment to supporting international youth gatherings in Poland.
Strategic Discussions at the Prime Minister’s Chancellery
In discussions with Minister for Civil Society Adriana Porowska, Deputy Minister Marek Krawczyk, Deputy Chair of Parliamentary Group of Friends of Scouting MP Patryk Gabriel, and officials from the Ministry of Interior and Administration, the delegation established a framework for comprehensive government support for WSJ2027. Key priorities included appointing a government representative from the Ministry of the Interior to coordinate planning, creating an inter-ministerial task force for safety and logistical support, and securing funding for event preparations.
Collaboration with the Ministry of Education
Deputy Minister of Education Paulina Piechna-Więckiewicz emphasised educational collaboration opportunities. The Jamboree’s youth-centered programs align with Poland’s initiatives in youth development, underscoring the event’s educational impact.
Working Session on ZHP Development Strategy
A productive session with ZHP leaders, including International Commissioner Mateusz Janik and Host Engagement Co-Head Jacek Smura, focused on harnessing the Jamboree to drive ZHP’s long-term strategic goals, reinforcing Polish Scouting’s development through international engagement.
This high-level visit further strengthened momentum for WSJ2027, highlighting the shared commitment of Polish and World Scouting to hosting a world-class event that fosters youth empowerment and international friendship.
Jamboree Planning Team Preparations and Upcoming Events
This series of meetings capped a busy October for Jamboree planning activities. From October 10-14, a team of over 140 Jamboree volunteers, WOSM colleagues, and Jamboree advisors gathered in Gdańsk for an intensive planning weekend. Looking ahead, December will see another key event for WSJ2027 – a gathering for contingent heads and international commissioners from WOSM’s National Scout Organizations, which will mark a pivotal step as preparation efforts gain new energy worldwide.
