Terms and Style Items - "J"

jamboree
A term chosen by Baden-Powell to describe the first international gathering of Scouts camping together in London in 1920. The term is restricted to indicate a national or world jamboree. Not capitalized unless in the title of a specific jamboree, as: "1993 National Scout Jamboree" or "19th World Scout Jamboree." The BSA has a national jamboree every four years. See "contingent" regarding the use of the word to describe Scouting groups attending a jamboree.

jamboree emblem
A jamboree emblem may be worn by any member who is registered to attend a jamboree or who has attended a jamboree as a registered participant or staff member. Only one jamboree emblem (world or national) may be worn.

Jamboree Health and Safety Service
Note the capitalization.

Jamboree Leader Fitness Award
Available to adult leaders attending a national jamboree, the award's objectives are to encourage youth fitness in the BSA by providing positive role models, encourage physical fitness among Scouters by enhancing their awareness and understanding, and reduce the rate of stress- and fitness-related incidents at jamborees and throughout Scouting.

Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA)
The World Scout Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement sponsors the Jamboree-on-the-Air, held the third full weekend of October each year. This worldwide ham radio event promotes communication and understanding among Scouts all over the world. The BSA's participation is coordinated by the International Division. See "K2BSA" and "HB9S."

jamborette
A camporee or camporall involving Scouting units of neighboring nations. Not capitalized unless used in the title of a specific jamborette.

James E. West Fellowship Award
Named in honor of the first Chief Scout Executive, this award is given to individuals donating $1,000 or more in cash or securities, beyond their regular contribution, to local council endowment trust funds.

James E. West Fellowship program
See "James E. West Fellowship Award."

job
Avoid this word; use "position," "responsibility," or "career," depending on context.

junior assistant Scoutmaster
A troop may have any number of junior assistant Scoutmasters. They are 16- or 17-year-old Scouts who help the senior patrol leader; they are appointed by him, with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.

junior, senior
Abbreviate "Jr." and "Sr." only after a full name and do not precede by a comma: John F. Kennedy Jr.