Girl Scout Advisory Board to GSUSA Applications Open for 2024
December 04, 2023
In 2024, GSUSA is seeking ten new members to join the Girl Scout Advisory Board to Girl Scouts of the USA.
The national Girl Scout Advisory Board to GSUSA is a group of middle and high school Girl Scouts who make recommendations, contribute to key initiatives, and influence decision-making processes at our national office. Advisory board members develop leadership skills, collaborate with decision-makers at GSUSA, and grow skills to prepare for college and future leadership opportunities.
Girl Scout Advisory Board members serve for up to two years or until their high school graduation, whichever is first.
Application Qualifications
- Enrolled in 7th – 11th grade in fall 2024.
- Registered as a Girl Scout at the time of application (if accepted, Girl Scouts must renew their membership by the start of the new membership year, October 1).
- Genuine interest in taking on a leadership role on the national level of Girl Scouts.
- Ability to communicate with your peers and adults.
- Ability to work well independently and on a team.
- Committed to using technology as a platform for research and communication.
Responsibilities
- Able to attend one to two (1-2) virtual meetings each month over the next two (2) years, for a total of 50-70 hours. These include one monthly call with the entire group which typically takes place on the last Sunday of the month; and potentially one call with a smaller working group or subcommittee as needed.
- Able to complete an additional 2-4 hours per month to research or tasks outside of meetings, for a total of 50-100 hours over the next two (2) years.
- Actively participate in all scheduled meetings with other Girl Scout Advisory Board members and GSUSA staff partners.
- Communicate directly with GSUSA staff and volunteer facilitators about the advisory board work, possible absences, etc.
- Work in groups and independently to complete and present research and tasks.
- Perform related responsibilities as assigned.
In Person Retreat
The Girl Scout Advisory Board to GSUSA meets in person every other year. The next scheduled in-person gathering is scheduled to take place July 12-14, 2024, at Edith Macy Center in Chappaqua, New York. This in-person gathering is subject to change depending on COVID-19 restrictions. Attendees are required to provide proof of vaccination. Retreat travel and accommodations are included for Girl Scout Advisory Board members.
Application Timeline/Process
December 1, 2023 – January 15, 2024: GSSI collects applications from eligible Girl Scouts (see next page).
January 15-31, 2024: GSSI reviews applications from eligible Girl Scouts and will submit their chosen nominees. Councils can submit up to two (2) nominations from their council.
April 5, 2024: Final board members are selected by a committee comprised of GSUSA staff and national Girl Scout volunteers. GSUSA will send decision emails to all nominees, copying the council contact on each email.
April 28, 2024: New members of the Girl Scout Advisory Board join for their first meeting!
If you meet the above qualifications and can commit to the responsibilities and the above meeting schedule, please submit your application to Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana by sending your application to Aimee Stachura at astachura@girlscouts-gssi.org .
