European Scout Region (World Organization of the Scout Movement)

European Scout Region
Map of members or potential members of the European Scout Region (marked in blue). Andorra and Vatican City, with currently no recognized Scouting, and other countries outside the European Scout Region are marked in grey
Owner	World Organization of the Scout Movement
Headquarters	Geneva, Switzerland
Membership	1.8 million
Chair	Matthias Gerth[1] 2022 – 2025
Regional Director	Abir Koubaa
Vice Chair	Diana Slabu [1] 2022 – 2025
Website www.scout.org/europe/
Scouting portal

The European Scout Region is one of six geographical subdivisions of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a satellite office in Brussels, Belgium.

It is a vital part of the global Scouting community, plays a pivotal role in shaping the future leaders of Europe. It is a vibrant network of 40 National Scout Organizations, fostering a spirit of unity and camaraderie among young people across geographical and cultural boundaries.^[2] The region is not confined to Europe alone; it extends its reach to countries like Cyprus, Turkey, and Israel, reflecting the inclusive and diverse nature of Scouting.^[2] Through its various initiatives and programs, the European Scout Region is committed to promoting personal development, mutual understanding, and a sense of European citizenship among its members.^[3][4]