Almost all badges are now made from cloth and are sewn onto the uniform shirt. In general, there are four types of badges worn by members of Scouting • Group identity - Scouts belong to sub-divisions within their national organisations, and wear badges which identify which
Scout Groups,
Scout Districts,
Scout Councils, or other divisions; • Progressive awards - each section of Scouting has a number of long-term award programmes which reward the core principles of
Scoutcraft, service, and adventure • Activity or proficiency awards - Scouts are able to undertake a large number of activities and, on completion of set criteria, are awarded recognition for these activities • Special/event badges - from time to time, Scouts are able to wear special event badges, for example, to celebrate the
Scouting 2007 Centenary ==See also==