ISCA GUIDE FOR FUNDRAISING ESTABLISHED 2018

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1 1 ISCA GUIDE FOR FUNDRAISING ESTABLISHED 2018

2 2 CONTENT INTRODUCTION ANNEX A - TIPS FOR COMPLETING A FUND APPLICATION ANNEX B - TRUST, ADVISES WORTH CONCIDERING ANNEX C - EXAMPLE OF TEXT WHEN FONDRAISING FOR A SLOOP (BOAT) ANNEX D - SEA CADET CORPS, AN EXPLANATION ANNEX E - ISCA AND ISCE, AN EXPLANATION ANNEX F - THE AIMS OF ISCA WITHIN SEA CADETS, AN EXPLANATORY MODEL ANNEX G - WHAT MAKES THE SEA CADETS SPECIAL ANNEX H - SEA CADETS OUTLOOK ON ISCE ANNEX I - EXAMPLE OF A FORMAL ISCE INVITATION ANNEX J EXAMPLES OF FUNDRAISING SEA CADETS CAN DO

3 3 INTRODUCTION This Guide for Fundraising provides you, as a member of ISCA, with some useful information when applying for funds. However, you should be aware that regardless of this information, you may have own regulations which in many cases cover your needs. The guide is primary meant for headquarters level. This guide can also be used when applying for support from other donors and organisations as the principles are the same. As this guide is not just concerned with monetary support it may also be used for equipment funding support. An assignment to produce this guide was given to a work group (WG 17) at the annual ISCA conference in India 2016 as follows: Develop a document that would be beneficial to new and existing ISCA Members to assist in identifying, evaluating and executing fund raising initiatives to support a member country s ISCA youth initiatives (Incorporating WG 4, WG 5). The mission originates from The ISCA Articles of Association part 2 Objectives of the ISCA as shown in an extract below: The purposes of the ISCA are to: provide Member Organisations with non-monetary support for fundraising for youth exchange-related activities; That means that ISCA can and should be an organisation to refer to when the different ISCA member organisations/sea Cadet Corps are working with fundraising linked to exchanges. But it also means that different ISCA documents from work groups together with the ISCA Articles can be used to explain what Sea Cadet Corps and members linked to ISCA stand for. It is of utmost importance to explain who we are and what we do when contacting funds, donors and organisations. Non-monetary support means that ISCA has no own funding for this purpose. It also means that ISCA has no ability to investigate or contact different funds. This is up to each member organisation. However, there are a lot of useful funds around the world and many of them concern youth and youth related activities. This reinforces the necessity of explaining who the Sea Cadet Corps are, what their aims and objectives are and their emphasis on delivering quality and empowering youth activities for their members. The assignment, as described above, does not limit the work to just ISCA activities. This means that a member organisation of ISCA also should have the possibility to approach funds, donors and other organisations for domestic youth activities or equipment funding by using the Guide for Fundraising. WG 17 believes that it is always

4 4 good to have ISCA as a backup reference. It shows that the Sea Cadet Corps is a part of a large family with the same views on Cadet training. While many of the ISCA member organisations have their own procedures for fundraising, this guide will bring together some useful documents and experiences to assist when applying for funds. By experience, it is well known that well written and detailed documents with good explanations and relevant, accurate information often gives positive results. Different member organisations will probably need to use different parts of the Guide. Therefore, the Guide consists of this introduction in general terms followed by more detailed documents as annexes. The idea is to use the result like a menu. Thus, a member organisation can choose suitable parts from The Guide when applying for resources from a fund, donor or organisation. The annexes are produced with the following intent: - ANNEX A. TIPS FOR COMPLETING A FUND APPLICATION. The example shows useful headlines and what should be described when writing an application to a fund, a donor or an organisation. The text differs depending on the purpose of the application. - ANNEX B. TRUST, ADVICES WORTH CONCIDERING. The text can be seen as a kind of guide and support when writing a fund application. It contents some useful and thoughtful ideas. - ANNEX C. EXAMPLE OF TEXT WHEN FUNDRAISING FOR A SLOOP (BOAT). The example, which is used several times, shows a description about the different ways Sea Cadets can use a sloop and how worth-while it is for training. The principle can be used advantageously when applying for resources intended for equipment. It is always important to explain how the equipment is going to be used and how important it is for Sea Cadet training. - ANNEX D. SEA CADET CORPS, AN EXPLANATION. The annex is an extract from the ISCA Articles and the former WG 3, Sharing Educational Programs and is useful when explaining Sea Cadets activities. It describes what a Sea Cadet Corps is and some similarities and differences between the member organisations. - ANNEX E. ISCA AND ISCE, AN EXPLANATION. The annex includes The ISCA Articles and some general knowledge about the ISCA organisation. This annex is important when applying for funds for Cadet Exchanges. It will give a fund, donor or organisation an accurate picture of what ISCA and ISCE are and what they stand for and how worth-while the programmes are. - ANNEX F. THE AIMS OF ISCA WITHIN SEA CADETS, AN EXPLANATORY MODEL. The annex is a more detailed explanation of the aims of ISCA and how they are perceived. It is a slight revised version of WG 5, The Aim of Cadets. It can be used to support information in previous documents.

5 5 - ANNEX G. WHAT MAKES THE SEA CADETS SPECIAL. The text is from WG 4 with the same name. It is an essay concerning Sea Cadets and can also be used to support other documents when searching a fund or contacting a donor or an organisation. - ANNEX H. SEA CADETS OUTLOOK ON ISCE. This annex shows some Sea Cadets experiences after an international exchange. Sometimes is it important to show the experiences and feedback from Cadets in order to support the application. In some situations, that may be more worth-while than others. The annex is just an example to give you an idea. Each member organisation will probably have its of own examples from satisfied Cadets. - ANNEX I. EXAMPLE OF A FORMAL ISCE INVITATION. This annex is an UK invitation and can be used to show a fund, donor or organisation how an exchange is planned. It gives an idea of a seriously and carefully planned activity. It also shows that you really are invited, which reinforces your resource needs. - ANNEX J. EXAMPLES OF FUNDRAISING SEA CADET CAN DO. The annex is an extract from an UK publication named A Handy Guide to Fundraising for Sea Cadets and provides ideas for cadets to raise money for their Sea Cadet activities. There may be some other documents to attach but that is up to each member organisation to decide on. One document that must be emphasised; the members own Sea Cadet Corps organisation paperwork for funding applications. Each member country will probably have its own unique Sea Cadet organisation and, as specified in the annex Example of a Fund Application, it is always important to outline the organisational structure together with the relevant external contacts and partners. It is a good idea to let the Cadets have a voice when you are applying for economic resources also for other purposes than international exchanges. It will certainly make an impression on a fund manager, and may eventually contribute to a positive result. With this in mind, it is worth attaching the Sea Cadets views and insight as an annex to your application. There is a lot of information about Sea Cadets and ISCA on different websites. However, we don t think it is a good idea to only refer to websites instead of attaching actual annexes. The latter gives a better impression. You should also supply web addresses for your Sea Cadet website and the ISCA websites. God luck in your fund-raising effort, ISCA

6 6 ANNEX A. TIPS FOR COMPLETING A FUND APPLICATION The example shows useful paragraph titles and what should be explained when writing an application form. The text will differ of course depending of the purpose of the application. TEXT GRANT APPLICATION FROM FUND XXX To The name and address of the actual fund Applicant organisation - Name of the applicant Sea Cadet Association: - Address of the applicant Sea Cadet Association: - Contact person: - Telephone number: Web site: - ISCA website: Describe your organisation s structure and place in the society together with important external contacts and partners. It may be of importance for the actual fund to see your organisation in its day to day context. Tell about cooperation with other organisations. The applicant organisation s activities Describe your activities in such a way that the target audience will understand that Sea Cadet training is very worth-while for both boys and girls in a voluntary, non-political and non-militant democratic youth organisation with membership unrestricted by race, sex, philosophical or religious convictions. One important thing is to have a successful and meaningful history to tell. This part is important to give a positive picture of your organisation. Purposes Make an accurate description of the purpose of the application and why you are applying for resources. If you are applying for funds concerning ISCA activities, it is important to explain what ISCA and ISCE are and what they stand for. Then it is

7 7 suitable to attach the annexes ISCA and ISCE, an explanation and The ISCA Aims of Sea Cadets, an Explanatory Model. The more positive and accurate description of the purposes, the better. It could also be wise to attach the formal invitation from the actual host country if the money is meant for ISCE. See annex Example of Formal Invitation Concerning ISCE. If there are more than one purpose, you just add them under this headline. Examples of different purposes can be: - Cadet exchanges (ISCE). - Bilateral Cadet exchanges. - Domestic Cadet education and training. - Purchase of boats or other equipment. - Recruitment. Time for the activity Here it must be defined as accurately as possible when the money is going to be spent. Costing This is an important part for the reliability. It is important to provide a budget for the activities planned. This will make it easier for the target audience to consider and decide. Effects that a granted award can be expected to achieve Under this headline, it is good to explain both effects and how they will be measured. Priorities if there are more than one activity Examples: 1. International Exchanges. 2. Recruiting. 3. Purchase of certain equipment. 4. Organising a regatta. You ought to motivate the priority order. Others Here you can add if you are applying for other funds or for example when you need a hear back about the application Annexes Depending on the purpose of the applied resources, attach some relevant annexes, e.g. Sea Cadet Corps, an explanation, What Makes the Sea Cadets Special? or the

8 annex concerning sloops. But each member organisation will certainly have ideas of additional annexes. It can, for instance, be a DVD with your member organisation s activities or some of your folders showing the same. It can also be your ordinary budget to show that there are no other resources for the applied activity, number of members, your Articles, your annual report and your financial statements. 8

9 9 ANNEX B. TRUST, ADVICES WORTH CONCIDERING This annex can be seen as a kind of guide and support when writing a fund application. It contents some useful and thoughtful ideas and should therefore be used parallel with the annex Tips for Completing a Fund Application. T Tell a story Everyone likes a good yarn, not least trustees. Tug on those heartstrings and make the message you are trying to get across more personal. Case studies are vital in trust fundraising so keep a constantly updated supply to hand, with quotes if possible. Look at the rhythm of your proposal does it come together well and flow as an entire document, or is it a bit disjointed? It should be easy to read, just like a story, with a beginning middle and end. Emotions makes even trustees move, make an application that moves people. However, do make sure that there are some hard facts along with the emotional side of things. And don t forget that a picture says more than 1000 words and a video or DVD more than one million words. R Research and relationship Always do your research. Many worthy bids end up in the trustees bins because the applicant has not done their research properly. Read the guidelines or given criteria closely and do not apply to trust that will not fund your particular type of project. Build relationships where possible with the administrators and trustees. If any of your major donors or Board members know the trustees, make contact and develop their interest in your organisation and project. Remember, relationships are not a short-term undertaking and take careful planning and cultivation. U USP What is your organisation s or project s Unique Selling Point? Are you the only one to do what you do in your local area/region/country? Do you do something differently to others? Can you offer better or wide-reaching services? What will be the consequences of not receiving a grant? Learn to really sell your organisation and its work. S Specifics Trustees do not appreciate vague applications. Be specific with facts and figures when writing about why your organisation or project needs their money, and be specific again about exactly how much money you are asking for. Finally, be specific when you are telling them what you will do with their money, how many cadets/people etc. will benefit, what the intended aims and outcomes of your project are, and in what timescale.

10 10 T Timing Linked in with undertaking proper research, find out wherever possible when the trustees next meeting is and when the cut out of date is for you to send in your bid. Ensure you leave yourself plenty of time to write the bid, obtain any signatures of referees detailed required, and allow time for others to critique your bid and make amendments. Also under the heading Timing, thank any trust that give you a grant immediately and do not forget to diarise the date by which you need to submit a grant report, allowing plenty of time to collate the relevant information from all parties.

11 11 ANNEX C. EXAMPLE OF TEXT WHEN FUNDRAISING FOR A SLOOP The example shows an explanation of the different ways Sea Cadets can use a sloop and how worth-while it is for training. The principle can be used when applying for resources intended for equipment. It is always important to explain how the equipment will be used and how important it is for Sea Cadet training. This annex can be used under the headline Purpose in the annex Tips for Completing a Fund Application. TEXT Generally Seamanship, sea safety, navigation, manoeuvring boats and ships, sailing and physical training are the main subjects for the Sea Cadet training. The education in seamanship is a priority because it is the basis for most activities at sea, as for instance sea safety. One important component in that regard has always been the ability of Sea Cadets to handle boats and sloops. And so it is still today and certainly will remain. That is the reason the Sea Cadets will make good use of sloops in future Cadet training. There is a saying that the crew of a ship is characterised by its ability to operate and maintain its longboats. That is why sloops still are used when training seamen and, as mentioned above, in the Sea Cadet training programme. Sea Cadets existing sloops are getting old and are built of wood so they require a lot of hard voluntary work and maintenance requirements tend to increase with time. The Sea Cadet Corps is therefore trying to purchase new sloops that are easier and cheaper to maintain. In a modern and technically advanced world, it may be a bit difficult to understand the advantages of using sloops. The Sea Cadet Corps has therefore listed and explained the benefits of sloop activities: The Sloop as a Tool of Creating Team Spirit Combined rowing is a great way to create team spirit. A number of rowers must act together in a coherent manner and cooperate and they are always interdependent. The Sloop in Leadership Training

12 12 Being a Cox or Coxswain is a beneficial challenge as well as being good leadership training. It is the art of leading and keeping a group working together in physically strenuous conditions that also test seamanship, coordination, maritime safety, fatigue, endurance and proper naval behaviour The Sloop in Physical Training Rowing provides a means of fitness and strength training for the whole body and is therefore used frequently in this regard in Sea Cadet training. The Sloop and Races Rowing races have proven to be one of the best and most exciting race forms among marine competitions. Rowing races also provides additional benefits to team spirit. The Sloop and Sailing Normally the sloops can be rigged and this therefore gives sailing knowledge during more difficult and physically demanding conditions. To sail a sloop gives good basic sailing training. The Sloop as a Tool for Seamanship It takes a lot to operate a sloop in a correct manner concerning both rowing and sailing. This calls for enjoyable and often valued training which gives good knowledge of seamanship and safety at sea as a basis for common safety and for future activities related to the sea. The Sloop as Conveyor of Traditions In the theoretical education of how to handle a sloop and during sailing and rowing, Sea Cadets are given knowledge of a long-standing tradition and proper naval behaviour that has been used for a long time in different Navies. The sloops therefore are excellent conveyor of traditions. The Sloop as a PR Tool A properly managed and handled sloop rowing with a proper, uniform and wellcoordinated crew always gains and receives positive attention. Sea Cadets have, on many occasions, been asked to demonstrate correct rowing practices at various events. It has regularly been mentioned, written and appreciated. The Sloop as a tool for environmental awareness The sloop you give you the basic knowledge how to handle changing conditions at sea. That kind of environmental awareness is fundamental for a later career at sea. At the same time, it is easy to see the needs for protecting the sea environmental when training in sloops. Summery The sloop education and training practices form a part of the Sea Cadet training programme. These practices produce positive feelings and team spirit that are difficult

13 to achieve with other tools. Sea Cadets who show off their knowledge in a wellmaintained sloop have every reason to be proud. And you can be sure that they know all aspects of environmental awareness. 13

14 14 ANNEX D. SEA CADET CORPS, AN EXPLANATION The annex is an extract from The ISCA Articles and the former WG 3, Sharing Educational Programs and is useful when explaining the Sea Cadets activities. It describes what a Sea Cadet Corps is and some similarities and differences between the member organisations. TEXT Generally A Sea Cadet Corps or corresponding organisation is a voluntary, non-political and non-militant youth organisation, with membership unrestricted by race, sex, philosophical or religious convictions, which offers practical and theoretical training in nautical and maritime subjects within the context based on naval traditions. Such matters as different religions and beliefs play no formal part in normal Sea Cadet activities. At the same time, it is recognised that local customs and cultures should always be respected and observed when and where appropriate. Different countries with different member organisations have of course different Sea Cadet Corps. But there are a lot of things that are the same regardless of country or the level of support. Most Cadet Corps are organised with a central Headquarters or Board with local units spread around suitable places. The number of local units depends of the size of the country. The sea is naturally the connecting link in all Sea Cadet Corps. Therefore, they all practice seamanship, navigation, safety and survival at sea, first aid, rowing, sailing, motor boating and rope work. The possibilities for such education and training differ because of money, available personnel and material resources. Similarities and differences between the Sea Cadet Corps in ISCA All Sea Cadet Corps have programs for how to behave and how to wear uniform and many of them want the cadets to participate in community service to make them feel part of society. Many Cadet Corps have programs for history to strengthen the feeling for their own country. One strong pervading theme is training programs for leadership, team work and camaraderie. It is an important feature in all Sea Cadet Corps. Sometimes these programs are as important as the sea training. The Sea Cadet Corps always strive to make the Cadets good citizens. Some of the Sea Cadet Corps spend a lot of time on drill, parades and ceremonies. It is a standard feature in most training programs.

15 15 One big difference is how to get economical resources. There are a lot of different ways. Some Sea Cadet Corps get money from their government agencies and others just from funds or donors. Most of the Corps combine getting money from the government agencies with trying to get money from different funds or donors. Bur there are also Sea Cadet Corps that are doing regular payed work to get money. Some Cadet Corps are connected to the Armed Forces but there are also Corps that have very weak links to the military. The ages of young people involved vary from country to country There are for example training programs for youngsters aged 7 to 24 depending on which country. During the international exchanges, most countries want the cadets to be at least 15 years old. Some Sea Cadet Corps divide the Cadets in different directions depending on interest and talent. It happens after a joint training, which consist of basic marine training. The largest difference between Sea Cadet Corps is of course access to financial, material and human resources. Lack of resources reflects generally the authorities interest in cadet activities, which means even greater hardship for a voluntary organisation. There is also a big difference concerning the number of members in the Cadet Corps. It differs between 30 and depending on the country. Many Cadet Corps use a rank system approximately as follows: Recruit Cadet Cadet 1 Ordinary Cadet Able Cadet Leading Cadet Petty Officer Cadet. There are different variants but the principle is often the same. Most of the training programs follow the rank system with increasing grade of difficulty in the training as following example: New Entry Training Basic Seaman Training Cadet Able Seaman Training- Cadet Leading Seaman Training. There are some Sea Cadet Corps which have different training programs. In one Sea Cadet Corps, the naval education and training aims at competitions between different teams and units is used to emphasise the importance of cooperation and to strengthen the team spirit. In another Sea Cadet Corps, the education and training are aimed towards oceanographic knowledge and how to preserve the sea. In both these Sea Cadet Corps, they learn all about handling boats, sea safety, first aid and so on but the final aims are different. In some Sea Cadet Corps, the training program is in between. The focus is mainly on seamanship, sea safety, handling boats and ships and leadership and less on drill, parades and ceremonies. Some Sea Cadet Corps have also found it more important to keep a group of cadets together during all years of training than to divide them in to different branches. In many countries, but not all, the Armed Forces supports the Cadet Corps with training areas, classrooms and other facilities. All Cadet Corps are trained in environmental awareness concerning seas, both in terms of different sea states and their impact on safety and seamanship and how to protect the sea from various pollutants.

16 16 Objectives of different Sea Cadet Corps It is interesting to see the different Sea Cadet Corps objectives for Cadet training. It shows the impressive activities that are conducted by the Sea Cadet Corps in the different member organisations. The following are examples from some of the ISCA countries: South Korea To encourage young members to attain strength in character by training their minds and bodies through maritime education and training. To teach young recruits basic maritime-related knowledge such as ocean sciences, vessel education, harbors shipbuilding, aquatic life and maritime environment and maritime leisure sports. To provide the public with better understanding of the nation s maritime affairs and fisheries through SEK s activities and programs. USA Through organization and cooperation with the Department of the Navy, to encourage and aid American youth to develop, train them in seagoing skills, and to teach them patriotism, courage, self-reliance and kindred virtues. The objectives of the Sea Cadet program are to introduce youth to naval life, to develop in them a sense of pride, patriotism, courage, and self-reliance, and to maintain an environment free of drugs and gangs. Netherlands The aim of the Sea Cadet Corps of Netherlands is to increase the interest of young men and women between the ages of 9 to 24 years in all the nautical world has to offer Singapore - Character Building: To develop responsible individuals and team players with strong mental and physical abilities. - Military Awareness: To generate interest and awareness - National Education: To inculcate loyalty to Singapore and a sense of civicconsciousness. - Adventurous and Can do Spirit: To promote adventurous and can do spirit. - Leadership: To promote leadership. Sweden Youth education and training are the most important activities in the SSCC and it should be conducted at a high level of quality to fulfill the goal that all Cadets will find it interesting to continue a maritime career in the Navy as well as in the civilian maritime sphere. Youth education and training shall furthermore be regarded as an important tool to keep the marine traditions alive for future generations.

17 17 Hong Kong India - To promote positive values among the young people. - To enhance their understanding of Chinese culture and heritage. - To encourage their participation in voluntary and community work. - To broaden their international perspective. - To promote leadership training among them. The training embraces the teaching of basic Nautical Skills with an emphasis on more valuable attributes of Discipline, Smartness, Good Character, Skills, Confidence and Leadership which together give the Values for all around Youth Development. Russia UK - Formation of conditions for the paraprofessional training. - Improvement of professional training. - Creation of leisure time for children. - Formation of conditions for the revealing and development of cadets needs and interest, for the health improvement, adaption for the adult life. - Realization of complimentary education programs. Promote the development of young people in achieving their physical, intellectual and social potential as individuals and as responsible citizens by the provision of education and leisure time activities using a nautical theme. New Zealand Vision: To be recognized s New Zealand s youth organization of choice. Mission: To develop confident young citizens who are valued within the community by providing them, within a military framework, safe, enjoyable challenging opportunities. Aims: - To foster a spirit of adventure and teamwork, and to develop those qualities of mind and body essential for good citizens and leaders. - To provide challenging disciplined training activities, which will be useful in either Service or civilian life. - To provide an awareness of Armed Forces, and the role they play in the community. Summary Many of the aims and objectives show that the different Sea Cadet Corps feel great respect for the community and their own country and want the Cadets to become prominent and respected members of society. Sometimes those aims are stronger than the aims concerning the sea. The nautical education and training is considered an important tool to develope good citizens. That approach is very responsible and is a sign of quality of Sea Cadet training.

18 18 ANNEX E. ISCA AND ISCE, AN EXPLANATION The annex includes The ISCA Articles and general knowledge about the ISCA organisation. This annex is important when applying for funds for Cadet Exchanges. It will give a fund, donor or organisation a correct picture of what ISCA and ISCE are, what they stand for and how worth-while they are. TEXT ISCA ISCA is a voluntary association of independent Sea Cadet Corps or corresponding organisations, committed to common concepts and goals, that wish to share ideas and information, and, to the best of their ability engage in cadet exchanges and to provide mutual support to promote the benefits of sea cadet training worldwide. The ISCA was formally constituted on 29 October by the signing of the ISCA Articles by representatives of each of the founding ISCA Member Organisations. By joining the ISCA each Member Organisation agrees to the rules and procedures laid down in these Articles. ISCA has no budget. Each Member Organisation stands for its own expenses. And ISCA has no permanent headquarters, offices or secretariat. The necessary administration is provided by the National Organisation whose senior representative is Chairman for the year. ISCA members normally meet annually as decided from time to time at an ISCA conference. The main purpose of these conferences is to develop ISCA and the International Sea Cadet Exchanges Programme (ISCE) between the Member Organisations. Please find ISCA website at A Sea Cadet Corps A Sea Cadet Corps or corresponding organisation is a voluntary, non-political and nonmilitant youth organisation, with membership unrestricted by race, sex, philosophical or religious convictions, which offers practical and theoretical training in nautical and maritime subjects with the context based on naval traditions.

19 19 Such matters as different religions and beliefs play no formal part in normal Sea Cadet activities. At the same time it is recognised that local customs and cultures should always be respected and observed when and where appropriate. ISCE The International Sea Cadet Exchange Programme (ISCE) is a multilateral programme between the member organisations of ISCA. Conducted annually throughout the year, exchanges provide the opportunity for selected cadets to experience another culture and other training programmes. Exchanges normally involve one escort officer and up to five cadets from each country, but the size of the delegation may vary from country to country. An ISCE Exchange normally consists of the following items: - Teambuilding. - Different activities in international groups. - Participating in the Host Nation s activities. - Lecture on the own nation s Sea Cadet training. - Cultural visits. - Naval visits. - Sport activities. The Exchange Programme is generally open to Sea Cadets aged (some countries 15-18) years. In order to ensure the safety and uniformity for the youth from the member countries, ISCA has a joint document regulating the activities and safety during a Cadet exchange called ISCA Guide for Exchanges. When making the selection of cadets, who will take part, it is remembered that they will be seen abroad as good examples of their nation and their Sea Cadet Corps. Cadets are therefore expected to live up to these expectations in every respect. ISCA Vision of youth training The importance of youth training cannot be overly stressed. The future of nations and the world will depend on the sort of youth training, which the boys and girls receive and the various countries encourage. All nations need to ensure that the future governors of their countries are adequately trained in those as well as other important and often overlooked leadership skills which make good, stable and moral citizens, by encouraging youth training organisations to flourish. To this end, the ISCA has a very special role to play. Through its endeavours, maritime youth training organisations are encouraged throughout the World, whether or not the countries concerned are bordered by oceans or seas. Member Organizations of ISCA Royal Sea Cadet Corps Belgium Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps The Navy League of Canada Royal Canadian Sea Cadets

20 20 Deutsche Marine Jugend (Sea Cadet Corps of Germany) Japan Sea Cadet Federation Zeekadetkorps Nederland (Sea Cadet Corps of The Nedherlands) South African Sea Cadet Corps Sjövarnskårernas Riksförbund (Swedish Sea Cadet Corps Association) Sea Cadet corps of The United Kingdom United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps Australian Navy Cadets Hong Kong Sea Cadet Corps Sea cadet Corps of India Sea Explorers of Korea Sea Cadet Association of New Zealand Zimbabwe Sea Cadet Corps Young Mariners League of Russia Lithuania Sea Cadets National Cadet Corps Singapore (sea) Corpo de Cadetes do Mar de Portugal The Aims of ISCA Although member organisations may define their own individual aims and objectives, they agree to adhere in spirit and practices to the following: - To encourage young people towards high personal standards, teamwork and a sense of responsibility to the community through the medium of disciplined nautical training and development of leadership qualities. - To develop in young people an appreciation of the importance of the sea to international commerce, defence and the protection of the environment. The Objectives of ISCA - Promote international and inter-cultural understanding, goodwill and friendship among young people who have an interest in nautical activities. - Promote the exchange of sea cadets between member organisations. - Provide a forum for the exchange of information and ideas about member organisations and youth exchanges. - Encourage the formation of organisations based on the sea cadet concept worldwide; promote their joining ISCA, and resist membership by militant or politically motivated groups. - Provide member organisations with non-monetary support for fund-raising for youth exchange-related activities. - Provide a platform from which the image and ethos of the international sea cadet movement can be promoted worldwide. Conclusions

21 21 ISCA and ISCE serves: - Boys and girls worldwide who wish to participate in the various member countries' maritime training programmes. - All countries which do not have any sort of maritime youth training programme, by actively encouraging those countries to initiate such a maritime youth training programme for the boys and girls of their various communities. - The communities in which the member boys and girls live by encouraging these boys and girls to live a disciplined and broadminded tolerant life, whilst encouraging their compatriots to do the same. - To promote the international spirit of cultural understanding among the youth of the member countries by fostering inter-cultural youth exchanges. - To promote the maritime fraternity worldwide by offering basic maritime training to boys and girls through the various maritime training programmes of the member organisations.

22 22 ANNEX F. THE AIMS OF THE ISCA WITHIN SEA CADETS, AN EXPLANATORY MODEL The annex is a more detailed explanation of the aims of ISCA and how they are perceived. It is a slight revised version of WG 5, The Aim of Cadets. It can be used to support previous documents. TEXT The ISCA aims are: - To encourage young people towards high personal standards, teamwork and a sense of responsibility to the community through the medium of disciplined nautical training and development of leadership qualities. - To develop in young people an appreciation of the importance of the sea to international commerce, defence and the protection of the environment. The aims can with other words be to develop a mature young person of impeccable manners, an interest in worldly affairs, a pride in him or herself and his/her country, a sense of responsibility, a cheerful and helpful disposition, a care for his/her fellow Cadets, and tolerance of different cultures and customs. Each unit in each member organisation will of course develop its own methods an idea to achieve this aims. The following guidelines provide a kind of approaches on a local, regional and global scale, which are frequently used in the ISCA member organisations. Cultures - Religions: Tolerance should always be exercised within each country. Exchange visits should permit and encourage expose Cadets to beliefs that differ from their own. - Dishonesty and lies: While acknowledging that such will occur to varying degrees, senior ranks and ratings must set an example and refuse to accept this practice. Discipline should be exercised to minimise dishonesty. - Responsibility: This ideal will depend on the acceptance of rank and subsequent acceptance of tasks. Such tasks should always contain a completion time factor.

23 23 - Morality: This should be considered as the determination of the difference between right and wrong and coupled with a culture of ethics. - Discipline: However, applied, aspects of legality, security and safety must be exercised. It is usual to operate a system of reward (especially promotion) or deprivation of privilege, the latter of which may culminate in dismissal. - Accountability of actions performed: This is coupled with Discipline. Monetary accountability especially of units or lager funds should remain under control of senior personnel, with chances offered to trainees to prove their worth. Excellence Individual backgrounds: There should never be any discrimination concerning a Cadet s background, be it financial, social or cultural. Uniform is intended to manage the situation and should be used accordingly so that the wearer of that uniform is totally absorbed into the unit and the Sea Cadet Corps. - Hard work: This is depended largely on the tasks set and performed. - Respect and honour: This must be cultivated within the uniform and rank structure but also be an important subject for education and training. - Manners: Both in uniform and civilian attire this must be fully emphasised and encouraged within the limits of local culture. - Example: Cadets should be able to look up to their officers and seniors as an example of the type of person they should be aiming to become. Service - Helpfulness: Cadets should be required to offer assistance, care and compassion whenever the need occurs, whether or not on duty. - Volunteering: Cadet activities should be geared to a voluntary system tempered by a need to achieve training with a competent result. - Good listening: This is largely dependent on providing interesting and challenging material. Lessons, lectures, debates, discussions, demonstrations and training should always be conducted within a specific time frame. - Environment: Service to the environment, especially the sea, must always be encouraged. Youth Problems

24 24 These are frequently due to peer pressure which is unacceptable. An certain amount of such stress can often be alleviated by officer/cadet and senior/junior relationship. Officers should always be approachable on a one-to-one basis for discussion and help. Discovery of drug problems within a unit should be severely dealt with. Aspects peculiar used to Sea Cadets to facilitate such achievements - A Naval style uniform, naval customs, language and traditions. - Training in teamwork resulting in comradeship and friendship. - Training of parades and drill. - An environment that is disciplined but never belligerent, militant or aggressive. - Positive links to active service and civilian organizations, both senior and junior. - Adventure training with goals set. This to include both water and land activities. - Possibility to travel abroad on cadet exchange visits and consequential wide exposure to different ways of life. - A Code of Conduct which is locally erected and available to govern aspects of acceptable behaviour. - Adequate and proper records of individuals, exercises, functions and highlights are often accurately kept. The Cadets in most Corps are provided with a record of service on request. This can include recommendations. - Acceptance of a new entry Cadet, promotions and awards are usually highlighted at a suitable parade or gathering. - Communication. Contacts between Cadets of different units, districts or countries lead to valuable exchanging of ideas. In most Sea Cadet Corps this is well known and practised. - Senior Sea Cadet Forums. Many units have such a group, often informally, but these are difficult to arrange on a larger scale. The ISCA representative in any country makes sure that their reports represent cadets point of view.

25 25 ANNEX G. WHAT MAKES THE SEA CADETS SPECIAL The text is a prepared version from WG 4 with the same name. It is an essay concerning Sea Cadets and can also be used to support other documents when searching a fund or contacting a donor or an organisation. TEXT General Most youth organisations working with cadets probably think that they are special in comparison with others and it s probably the same in all countries and among all kinds of youth organisations. The youngsters enter an association of common interest and embrace the association s views. Security in the group setting creates territorial thinking and they have difficulties seeing the benefits of other youth groups. Of course, it is the same also with Sea Cadets when they compare themselves and their training with cadets from other branches of the armed forces or with young people in other organizations. But there are parts of the Sea Cadets activities that make their existence special and unique. The Sea The sea requires a great understanding and knowledge from those who use it. One day it may be quiet and calm and thereby inviting the undertaking of all sorts of activities. The next day it may be violent and dangerous if you have not learned how to handle your ships substantially enough and have not learned the specific safety and forethought required at sea. The sea demands respect. At the same time, the sea gives rise to special emotions and to spirit of adventure as well as many other experiences. What youth would not want to be confident and to show that he or she has learned from the following sentences: - A good sailor would never ask for bad weather. He knows that it will come in all cases. - A good sailor never goes looking for danger. He learns how to handle it. - A good sailor knows that it is always too late to repent afterwards. The sea has traditionally been the main opportunity for people from different countries to meet. Although it is not so today, that feeling has remained in our genes and is one of the special features of being a Sea Cadet. You travel overseas to meet others and to exchange goods and services.

26 26 We know that the sea s inscrutable and sudden behaviour attracts young people who want to experience something adventurous, exiting and special. Young people are curious and attracted to a medium that they often come close to but which can still be regarded as foreign and unexplored. The sea can never be overcome. You must acquire knowledge and experience to live in symbiosis with it. From day one at joining the Sea cadets, youth are made aware of life at sea. This will mean education in the old adage One hand for yourself and one hand for the ship. During their training cadets at increasing levels of responsibility are made aware of current conditions and factors that threaten this condition in the very near to more distant future. Will the weather change dramatically, can we better our position in this sailing field with better knowledge of wind and waves, what will that ship do next and can my ship and crew possibly inadvertently be put in danger, how do we anticipate any involving change. The Boat The boat referred to here is a boat which many people can row or sail together (usually a sloop). It is available as part of Sea Cadet training in most ISCA countries. It is an essential part of that special feeling to have developed as a Sea Cadet. The Boat as a Tool of Creating Team Spirit Combined rowing is a great way to create team spirit. A number of rowers must act together in a coherent manner and cooperate and they are always interdependent. The Boat in Leadership Training Being a Cox or Coxswain is a beneficial challenge and good leadership training. It is the art of leading and keeping together a group in physically strenuous conditions with regard to seamanship, coordination, maritime safety, fatigue, endurance and proper naval behaviour. The Boat in Physical Training Rowing provides strength training for the whole body and is therefore used frequently in this regard in Sea Cadet training. The Boat and Races Rowing races have proven to be one of the best and most exciting race forms among marine competitions. Rowing races also provides additional nutrients to team spirit. The Boat and Sailing

27 27 Normally the boats can be rigged and this therefore gives knowledge of sailing during more difficult and physically demanding conditions. To sail these boats gives the Sea Cadets real basic sailing education. The Boat as a Tool for Seamanship It takes a lot to handle a boat in a correct manner concerning both rowing and sailing. This calls for an enjoyable and often valued type of training which contributes to good knowledge of seamanship and safety at sea and as a basis for common safety philosophy and for future activities related to the sea. The Boat as Bearer of Traditions In the theoretical education of how to handle a boat during both sailing and rowing, Sea Cadets are given knowledge of a long-standing tradition and proper naval behaviour that has been used for a long time in different Navies. The boats therefore are an excellent bearer of traditions. The Boat as a PR Tool A properly managed and handled boat rowing with a proper, uniform and wellcoordinated crew always brings positive attention. Sea Cadets have on many occasions been asked with rowing during various events. It has regularly been mentioned, written and appreciated. The Sloop as a tool for environmental awareness The sloop you give you the basic knowledge how to handle changing conditions at sea. That kind of environmental awareness is fundamental for a later career at sea. At the same time, it is easy to see the needs for protecting the sea environmental when training in sloops. Summery The aboard education as a part of the Sea Cadets training provides, as seen above, a special feeling and team spirit that is difficult to achieve in other organizations. Sea Cadets who show off their knowledge in a well-maintained boat have every reason to be proud. And you can be sure that they know all aspects of environmental awareness. The Ship The ship is the hub of Sea Cadets development and therefore takes a special position. The ship provides, in addition to being a home, many sensations, experiences, feelings, perceptions and skills that are hard to find in other environments.

28 28 The Ship and Safety We know that the requirement for safety aboard a ship will train the Sea Cadets to be punctual and to be alert to changes in such a way that it is difficult to find comparisons with other organisations. The training being given in the use of marine safety equipment is extensive and unprecedented. When an incident or accident happens at sea the crew is alone and must be knowledgeable and proactive in an entirely different manner than in the corresponding situations on land. Outside help is not immediately available. The Ship and Camaraderie Sea Cadets are trained in barracks and aboard ships. It is easy to see how the fellowship will become completely after enrolment. They understand in a quite different way that they must take each other in account and support each other to create a team spirit. The ship fosters a feeling of we which is unique for Sea Cadets and which is unlikely to be experienced in other organisations that are more tied to a barrack. The Ship and Professional Pride A ship is comparable to a mini-society. All on board have a position, and thus a profession. The ship must reflect society when it is at sea. And all on board must carry out their profession to get the society to function and to avoid unnecessary frictions. That requirement nurtures the Sea Cadets, especially if the ship is at sea for some time. Since everyone is dependent on each other, sailors usually acquire an unspoken pride when the activities on board run smoothly, especially under hard circumstances. It also creates another form of pride, that of the ship. A well-managed ship with a welleducated and respected crew gives everyone in the crew a sense of pride. The Ship and Yarns It is so different to be on board in various situations that it often gives rise to more or less true stories. Who does not want to come home and tell their circle of friends who has been sick and has fed the fishes while you yourself have managed the ships rolling? Who does not want to talk about swinging lunch and dinner tables, about the breaking waves, which are sometimes described as skyscrapers? Who does not want to talk about some more or less true phenomenon that can be experienced at sea? Such tales or yarns and experiences will get Sea Cadets feeling a little special compared to others. The Ship and Leadership When we talk about ships at sea we also know that it is impossible to escape from problems. This is the most important part that really makes life very different and affects the Sea Cadets nature and therefore is unique. A sailor cannot push the problems aside and hope that someone else will solve them. Problems at sea, of whatever variety they are, must be resolved inside the gunwale. Sea Cadets will be promptly