Woodcraft Folk is delighted to announce the launch of Span the World with Friendship, published by UCL Press, a book celebrating a century of international solidarity, peace education and youth empowerment.
At a special launch event, Professor Annebella Pollen, visual historian and chapter author, shared a rich insight into the movement’s 100-year history. Annebella spoke of Leslie Paul’s many influences and the evolution of Woodcraft Folk under his leadership. The evening also heard from young member Delilah Wallbank, who reflected on her personal experiences as a DF (District Fellow) sharing a personal experience of a DF camp circle.
The event concluded with a presentation from Woodcraft Folk’s CEO Debs McCahon who called upon those present to take action to support the ambition of Woodcraft Folk’s founders. Encouraging those present, whether volunteers, supporters or partners to act to support the movement to engage, empower and equip more children and young people with the skills, confidence and knowledge to fight social injustice and build a fairer world. Using Leslie Paul’s words… Woodcraft Folk needs to continue to train young people for peace, not for competition, but for co-operation, not for obedience, but for critical thought, fairness and collective action.
Span the World with Friendship is now available through UCL Press at Span the World with Friendship | UCL Press
For more information, to get involved, or to support Woodcraft Folk’s work, please visit: www.woodcraft.org.uk