Every time a Scout starts a new Section, they’ll engage in activities covering off the basics of how the program works in that age Section. This doesn’t have to be done all at once and might happen over a few weeks.

The Introduction to Section is a discussion covering off the basics of how the program works in the Venturer Section and is held when a youth member first joins the Movement or transitions from the Scout Section.

This is likely to occur with another Venturer who may have nominated to take on a mentoring role, all the while supported and guided by adults. This involves supporting the new Scouts and helping them feel welcome.

In general, the discussion points include:

• How the Venturer Section operates
• What the program looks like in the Venturer Section
• The Unit Code

The Introduction to Section badge can be worn throughout a Scouts Scouting journey. As a Venturer, it could be their fourth Introduction to Section badge  achieved as they transitioned from Section to Section.

Refer also to Achievement Pathways - Uniform and Badge Placement