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Requirement

4.2.3.5. A unit leader may NOT deny a timely conference

Required Often forgotten

Unit leaders do not have the authority to deny a Scout a timely conference when one is required for a rank. If one is denied, a Scout who believes all the other requirements are complete may still request a board of review.

Notes and warnings

Warning. A conference is not leverage. If it is denied, the Scout who believes every other requirement is complete may still request a board of review. See 8.0.0.2, boards of review must be granted when requirements are met.

What this is made of

Where this step comes from

  1. Guide to Advancement (2025), Section 4.2.3.5 · Unit leaders have no authority to deny a timely conference; a board of review may still be requested.
  2. Guide to Advancement (2025), Section 8.0.0.2 · Boards of review must be granted when requirements are met, cited by 4.2.3.5.