FAQs

FAQs About National Girl Scout Leadership Institute

You’ve got questions? We’ve got answers. The Girl Scout Leadership Institute Planning Committee has compiled some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Girl Scout Leadership Institute.

What’s this all about?

Girl Scout Leadership Institute is a mock forum brought to you by Girl Scouts of the USA and is planned by girls, for girls. At Girl Scout Leadership Institute, girls debate issues that are important to them and then present them to an adult audience at the 2008 Girl Scouts National Council Session, which is being held Wednesday, Oct. 30, in Indianapolis.

Who can attend the Girl Scout Leadership Institute?

Girls who will be 14-17 years old at the time of the event and are registered Girl Scouts are eligible to attend. However, GSUSA limits first round selections to 12 girls for our Council size. Additional spaces may be available on a first come, first served basis after July 15, 2008.

If you’re interested in attending, complete the registration form] and return it to GSWCF by April 30.

When is the Girl Scout Leadership Institute?

The Girl Scout Leadership Institute will take place with a kickoff on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 1 p.m. and will close Thursday, Oct. 30 at 5 p.m.

What is the cost to attend?

It costs $125 per girl, plus transportation, hotel and meals (approximately $605).

What happens at Girl Scout Leadership Institute?

Girls bring proposals to Girl Scout Leadership Institute about issues affecting girls today. These proposals include a statement of issues with direct actions, or recommendations of a plan to impact the issues. The proposals are debated by girls. Issues that are deemed most important will be reported at the 2008 National Council Session. The Washington, D.C., office will even try to take some issues to Capitol Hill!

How do girls debate the proposals fairly and effectively?

They follow Parliamentary Procedure! Parliamentary Procedure is a method used in meetings to keep everything organized, help meetings run efficiently and make sure everyone has a say. You may have experienced Parliamentary Procedure – a lot of groups use it, including some school clubs, 4-H clubs and even Congress.