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Every day, Girl Scouts are creating positive change and inspiring others with their dedication and inventiveness. From writing and producing a documentary on eating disorders to creating a physical education curriculum for students with multi-disabilities, Girl Scouts are getting attention for their outstanding service. Find out what Girl Scouts across the country are doing and spread the news.


Girl Scouts Elects New National Board of Directors
The new national board members will serve the organization over the next three years, a period during which the Girl Scout movement will continue its historical mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Read the full press release.

Patricia Diaz Dennis Is 1st Latina to Serve as National Board Chair
As the highest volunteer position in the Girl Scouts of the USA, Diaz Dennis was selected on the basis of her long-standing commitment to Girl Scouting, as well as her ability to provide leadership, vision, and support to the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls. Read the full press release.


Girl Scouts Charts New Course at 50th National Convention
The 2005 Girl Scout National Council Session/50th Convention, held in Atlanta, Georgia, brought together the diverse membership of the organization for a variety of activities focused on transforming Girl Scouts for the 21st century while retaining the original vision of founder Juliette Gordon Low. Read the full press release. 

    World Conference Paves the Way
    for Tomorrow’s Female Leaders
    Former Girl Scout President Cynthia B. Thompson, right, enjoys an excursion in Jordan during the 32nd World Conference of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, held in late June.  A new core image and key advocacy issues—all related to strengthening the voice of girls and young women around the world—were the focus of the conference. Read the full story.