The Scout Association of Malta is the World Organization of the Scout Movement recognised Scouting association of the island nation of Malta. Scouting in Malta began when 1st Sliema Scout Troop was registered in 1908 as the second overseas troop to be part of the Scout Association of the United Kingdom. It was officially recognised a year later.
The Scout Association of Malta was created as an organisation in 1913, and was responsible for supervising Scouting activities on the island. However, it continued to remain a part of the United Kingdom's association as a member of the British Empire until 1966. As of 2011, there were 2,936 members on the island.
The Scout Motto is Kun Lest, translating as Be Prepared in Maltese. The membership badge of the Scout Association of Malta prominently features the Maltese eight-pointed cross.
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