General information
Twinning is a practical way for members to be involved internationally. The principle of twinning is to establish contact between members of the International Fellowship in different parts of the world.

Logo
In 1989 a special logo for twinning was designed representing twins of different colours holding hands in friendship with the ISGF badge in the middle. In 2005 a new, more modern and stylised logo was introduced. All the work in relation to twinning is identified by this logo, which may be used in two versions: in colour (red) or in black and white.

Levels in twinning
Twinning can be implemented at any one of three different levels:
• person to person – one member of a Guild writes to a Guild member in another country
• Guild to Guild – when all Guild members become involved with a Guild in a different country
• country to country – when the National Committee writes to an existing, new or potential member organization.

Why twinning
Years of experience have proven that through twinning, the strength of ISGF has been enhanced in the following ways:
• greater international awareness and understanding helps the cause of world peace
• acceptance of and friendship with people from other nations breaks down barriers and reduces intolerance
• providing a wider view of our Fellowship movement, offering new ideas and generating enthusiasm for ISGF

Through twinning we contribute to the Chief Scout’s message: “Look wide and then look wider still”. Twinning is an excellent way to develop our Fellowship in new countries.
Personal contacts made at ISGF World Conferences and other international events have led to twinning links which are often of long duration and deep friendship. Twinning opens channels of communication through which Guild members have come to learn and understand about each other’s countries, Guild organizations and activities. Twinning is a practical follow-up to the links made by members attending international events. Twinning can be of great benefit through exchange of information and material and can sometimes lead to financial assistance being given. It is hoped that although links are first maintained through correspondence, twin Guilds may sometimes meet on a personal basis or through mutual visits. In the case of Guild to Guild twinning, it is advisable to involve a team of several members in writing letters.

Registration twinning Twinning registration form

Requests for twinning should be made via your International Secretary.
When the link has been established, the International Secretary will register the twinning and arrange for a certificate to be issued. Leny Doelman, member of the World Committee, coordinates twinning. If you have specific questions about twinning or want to get a certificate, please inform Leny.

E-mail address:  Leny.Doelman@inter.NL.net
Postal address: Soestdijkerstraatweg 92
1213 XH HILVERSUM
The Netherlands