More than 60 adult volunteers from Buckinghamshire Scouts attended an ‘Inclusion for All’ event.

During the talk, the adults discussed the ways and methods of supporting young people in the county and within the Scouts family.

Taking place at the start of March, the event saw the adults learn about how to deal with sexual orientation, gender identity, social exclusion and additional behaviour needs amongst youngsters.

Adult volunteer Nigel Taylor said: “In the group I’ve been involved with, we have children from a variety of different backgrounds including children who have additional physical needs and children who have difficulty regulating their emotions.

“It was great to share some of the strategies we use to ensure every child and adult enjoys their evenings and camps.

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“It was also good to hear about other strategies that are used by different groups in the county.

“I will be able to share these with other leaders in my group.”

The event was also open to younger member of the Scouts which included 14-year-old Varun Bandi.

The teenager is a spinal cord injury patient and requires a wheelchair.

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However, this doesn’t stop him for achieving badges in the Scouts, and he hopes more people join the organisation.

He said: “I’ve been in Scouts for over three years and [being in a wheelchair] hasn’t stopped me gaining my Hikes Away, Navigator, 15 Nights Away and Time on the Water badges.

“I’ve been able to talk with other Scouts and leaders about my injury and I’ve demonstrated that Scouting really is ‘open to everyone’.

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Rex Stevens, lead volunteer for Inclusion and Diversity in Buckinghamshire Scouts then added: “The atmosphere at the event was very vibrant and it was great to see people discussing how they managed different situations.

“The event gave adults an opportunity to talk about subjects such as additional needs, behaviour and social exclusion, sexual orientation and gender identity.

“I’m sure our volunteers will have taken away some great strategies they can use to help young people.”

Visit www.bucks-scouts.org.uk for more information.