CHARLOTTE, NC —The Phoenix Challenge Foundation has announced that flexographic printing has officially been added to the Scouts of America’s Graphic Arts Merit Badge requirements, a milestone that will introduce thousands of youth to one of the most innovative and essential printing technologies in the world.

Flexographic printing, the prominent process used for packaging, labels, medical and countless everyday products, is a vital part of the global consumer products supply chain.

By incorporating this process into the merit badge curriculum, Scouts across the nation will gain hands-on experience and exposure to career paths that blend creativity, evolving technology, and precision manufacturing.

“This is a proud moment for the Phoenix Challenge Foundation and the entire flexographic community,” said Bettylyn Krafft, executive director. “Scouts will now have the chance to see first-hand how flexography touches their daily lives……from chips and snack bags to labels on their condiment and vitamin bottles. What better way to learn valuable skills that can lead to rewarding careers.”

The Graphic Arts Merit Badge has long covered traditional processes such as offset, screen, and lithographic printing. Adding flexography modernizes the program, ensuring it reflects industry advancements and prepares youth for future opportunities.