Girl Scouts . . .

• Is for all girls.
• Welcomes girls from all backgrounds and teaches them to respect themselves and others.
• Promotes progressive and cooperative learning experiences, making life-affirming decisions, and responsible citizenship.
• Gives girls the experience of improving the quality of life for others, without regard for personal reward. Girls develop a commitment to community service that lasts a lifetime.
• Develops leadership and teamwork skills through specific activities, experiences with self-government, and the influence of positive adult role models.
• Builds life skills in a balanced program that includes activities in science, math, and technology, the out-of-doors, arts, and well-being.
• Explores contemporary issues, to support and assist girls in confronting the pressures of today's world.
• Provides adult leadership that is trained and prepared to guide and encourage girls to discover their talents and abilities while reinforcing their strengths in a supportive and safe environment.
• Is flexible.
• Provides a variety of ways for girls to participate: troops, interest groups, events, camps, and individual opportunities.
• Supports activities that encourage cross-cultural understanding.