There is a chill in the air which means October, and fall, are officially here! This month Girl Scouts all over the world will celebrate International Day of the Girl on October 11. Since 2012, Girl Scouts and the global community have used this day to celebrate girls and to bring attention to some of the most pressing issues impacting girls in the United States and around the world.
This year’s International Day of the Girl theme, My Voice, Our Equal Future, has never been more timely. From October 1 –11, Girl Scouts will host a series of events and campaigns to celebrate girls and highlight Girl Scout World Changers. Events will include days of action, a global town hall, a celebration of the 2020 National Gold Award Girl Scouts. Our council has been selected to host a national panel on the connection between the outdoors and girls' mental health.
In our impact report this month we share with you how Girl Scout Destinations broadens girls' leadership perspectives through domestic and international travel. Also, we invite you to help us celebrate girls by nominating a Girl Scout changemaker. And read about how today's Girl Scout supporters are leaving a legacy to ensure girls thrive in the future through the Juliette Gordon Low society.
Girls are living through a transformative time. It has never been more important to make sure girls are celebrated, encouraged, and counted! Your investment amplifies girls’ abilities to make a difference in the world, regardless of their backgrounds, locations, or financial situations. Thank you for your continued investment with Girl Scouts of Western Ohio to create a space for every girl's voice and every girl's future.
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Roni Luckenbill
Chief Executive Officer
Girl Scouts of Western Ohio
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In Girl Scouts, Girls See the World and Change the World
Mary, an eleventh grade Girl Scout from Springboro, Ohio, had never been outside of the United States. So when she decided to travel to Konnichiwa, Japan with Girl Scout Destinations in the summer of 2019, it was a huge leap of faith. Not only was she traveling outside of the country for the first time, but she was doing so with Girl Scouts from around the country whom she just met. Talk about gaining new perspectives!
After two weeks of exploring the treasures of Japan from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the ancient temples of Kyoto, Mary knew the risk she took was worth the reward. “During my destinations experience, not only was I able to discover a new country, but I was able to interact with the people who call it home. Going on this trip has been one of the best experiences of my life.”
Every year, Girl Scouts from our council can travel to amazing places through Girl Scout Destinations. This program, organized by GSUSA, is the ultimate adventure for individual Girl Scouts in grades 6-12. These trips are made possible through troop funds, a GSUSA grant, and a council grant made possible by donors like you.
Do you know a Girl Scout who is ready to expand her horizons? Encourage her to see the world with the help of Girl Scout Destinations.
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Women of Distinction presents: Girls Change the World |
There are two weeks remaining to nominate a Girl Scout who is making the world a better place. Nominate a girl, a woman in the community, or a corporation that has created exceptional opportunities for women in the workplace.
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Meet Diana King: a Lifetime and a Legacy of Service
Diana King has volunteered with Girl Scouts for over 20 years. As a stay-at-home mom with three daughters, it was not long before Diana found herself the leader of three Girl Scout troops. "I was able to witness how much the girls grew in courage, confidence, and character, and I grew as well, as I guided them through their Girl Scout adventures."
Over the years she has been a troop leader, service unit manager, and a service unit recruitment chair. Diana has even served on the Girl Scout staff as a recruitment manager and as a community engagement manager. "My favorite role within Girl Scouts," she said, "has been recruitment. I love opening opportunities for girls to be part of an awesome organization."
A few years ago, Diana decided there was another way to give back -- a way that would leave a legacy that would last far beyond her employment and volunteer years. She joined the Juliette Gordon Low Society by making a planned gift to Girl Scouts of Western Ohio. "Now I know I can make a difference by ensuring there will always be opportunities for girls through Girl Scouts."
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Thank you for investing in girls, and supporting the visionary doers, innovators, creators, and thinkers of tomorrow. Together, we can help girls discover their untapped potential and build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Make a gift today!
In honor of Girl Scouts Founder Juliette Gordon Low, you can leave a gift that will impact girls for generations. Learn more about planned giving through the Juliette Gordon Low Society.
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