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Leadership & Patrol Governance

SPN is governed by a merit-based, safeguarding-certified leadership team alongside an independent youth council.

Transparency Notice: In adherence to our strict governance policy, unverified or fabricated officers are never published. Leadership positions below reflect currently appointed interim officers and verified open election slots.

Dr. Nusrat Jahan

Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSL)

Appointed Lead

Qualifications: MBBS, Certified Child Safeguarding Specialist

Direct oversight of child protection standards, confidential investigations, and leader background vetting.

Tanzim Ahmed

National Program & Expedition Director

Appointed Lead

Qualifications: Senior Scout Wood Badge (Holder), Wilderness First Responder

Field expedition safety protocols, national jamborees, and youth leadership training curriculum.

[Youth Council Chair - Annual Election Slot]

Head of Youth Council & Patrol Governance

Annual Youth Election

Qualifications: Elected Rover Scout Representative (Ages 18-25)

Ensuring youth voice and scout council proposals directly inform executive decisions.

[Open Selection / Expatriate Liaison Slot]

International Relations & Fellowship Officer

Selection Open

Qualifications: International Scout Fellowship Coordinator

Cross-border scout exchanges, disaster readiness best practices, and diaspora chapter coordination.

The Youth Patrol Leadership System

At the chapter level, scouting operates through patrols: small groups of 6 to 8 scouts led by an elected Patrol Leader (PL) and Assistant Patrol Leader (APL). This system fosters peer responsibility, democratic decision making, and hands-on organizational governance from an early age.