Girlguiding Scotland

Girlguiding Scotland We're for girls, with girls, by girls. We're Girlguiding Scotland. How will your story start?

Girlguiding Scotland has more than 40,000 members across Scotland with a mission to inspire and empower girls to be the best they can be. We know all girls are amazing and can do anything they set their mind to. Girlguiding Scotland encourages them to try new challenges and adventures, be it camping abroad, canoeing or partying at our very own pop concert, Tartan Gig. Each new experience helps Sco

ttish Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Senior Section members find out how much they’re capable of, learn skills that will give them a head start in life and make a positive difference to those around them. Most importantly they have loads of fun and build brilliant friendships along the way! We’ve been helping girls push the limits for more than 100 years – listening to them and changing with the times so we stay one step ahead. Our more than 9,000 amazing volunteers have a brilliant time too – learning new skills, being inspiring role models for girls and making friends for life.

Taking public transport can seem difficult when it’s new to you or you’re not used to going on trips as a big group. Tha...
22/08/2026

Taking public transport can seem difficult when it’s new to you or you’re not used to going on trips as a big group. That’s why we created our challenge pack Get on Board to give you the information and support you need to make it easier and more fun!

Unit leaders Jo and Pamela from 1st Crieff Guides have brought their unit to many different places via public transport, and recently they completed the Get on Board challenge.

"Getting to see the ins and outs of public transport is great practice for the future, and our Guides enjoy getting to travel together as a group. If you are nervous about taking your unit on public transport, you could start small with a day trip on a familiar journey. The girls in your unit will love the independence and the opportunity to learn valuable life skills. The only way to learn is to give it a go."

Read more: https://bit.ly/3S6j7g6

21/08/2026

We’re excited to launch Wee Act, Big Impact Girlguiding Scotland’s youth community action project!

We want to encourage girls and units across Scotland to give back to their local communities through a week of action from Monday 5 October to Sunday 11 October 2026.

Let's get girls from Rainbows to Rangers taking action in their communities 💪

Find activity ideas and how to get involved through the link below 👇
https://www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk/for-volunteers/how-to-run-your-unit/challenge-badges/wee-act-big-impact/

At the end of this week, our chief executive of 13 years, Denise Spence, is retiring. Over her time as chief executive s...
20/08/2026

At the end of this week, our chief executive of 13 years, Denise Spence, is retiring. Over her time as chief executive she has left a lasting mark on our organisation and on the lives of so many girls, volunteers and staff. While Denise is stepping away from her role, she will always remain a huge supporter of Girlguiding Scotland and the work we do.

"As I retire from Girlguiding Scotland I want to thank all those who have been part of the team over the years. In Scotland we are proud to be powered by 9,000 volunteers guiding more than 35,000 young members and all with a core staff team of less than 20 people. Through working together, our volunteers are able deliver the equivalent of £25 million worth of youth work in Scotland to improve the lives of girls! I won’t go too far, as the current chair of trustees put it, I will remain the organisation’s biggest cheerleader!” - Denise Spence.

Read her heartfelt goodbye here 👇
https://www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk/about/news/a-fond-farewell-from-chief-executive-denise/

Our next Period Proud Peers training is on Wednesday 9 September!Girlguiding have teamed up with  to offer their Period ...
19/08/2026

Our next Period Proud Peers training is on Wednesday 9 September!

Girlguiding have teamed up with to offer their Period Proud Peers programme to Guide and Ranger units in Scotland. Young members can become Period Proud Peers and lead fun period-related activities with others in their units.

We're looking for Guide and Ranger leaders to support young members in their units to become Period Proud Peers, learn more about periods and have open, honest conversations about them.

Find out more through the link below 👇
https://bit.ly/4xOmtmU

Are you heading off to university this September? Join 1 of Girlguiding's drop in calls to find out how to make voluntee...
18/08/2026

Are you heading off to university this September? Join 1 of Girlguiding's drop in calls to find out how to make volunteering and student life work!

If you are relocating within Scotland you can fill in our moving form here 👉 https://www.girlguidingscotland.org.uk/get-involved/relocating-volunteers/

Join a drop in call to find out about volunteering as a student 🎓

Heading to university this autumn? Girlguiding is a UK-wide organisation, and you can stay involved wherever your studies take you! Volunteering as a student is a great way to make new friends, develop new skills and make a difference to girls' lives.

Join inspire (our network of volunteers aged 18-30) leads from across the UK at one of our upcoming online calls to:
Find out about ways you can volunteer and the benefits
Get support with how you can find roles where you’re heading
Connect with other student volunteers moving into your new area

Not going to be a student? Whether you’re starting work or taking time to consider your options, lots of the session information will be relevant to you too, so please do join us to find out how Girlguiding can be part of your next step!

Register for 25 August 7:30 – 8:30pm call - https://girlguiding.zoom.us/meeting/register/Sw62Wg8DTn2IK6dFkWM3DQ

Register for 10 September 7:30 – 8:30pm call - https://girlguiding.zoom.us/meeting/register/SNIv1sfDQyu_RKaDtKzpsQ

Become a peer educator and give girls a space to talk about what's important to them!As a peer educator you will explore...
15/08/2026

Become a peer educator and give girls a space to talk about what's important to them!

As a peer educator you will explore important topics like mental wellbeing, safety and gender stereotypes, using your own experiences to become a role model for girls all across Scotland.

If you are 14-25 join us in September at our next peer education training weekend. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4uBcmA3

If you know someone who would make a great peer educator make sure to share the link with them 🔗

13/08/2026

Last week at Camp CEO we heard so much amazing advice from the 31 industry leaders that joined us. So we asked some of our volunteers, CEOs and participants what their favourites were!

What advice would you give to someone just starting out in their career journey?

For the past 4 days we’ve hosted 86 girls and been visited by 31 inspirational industry leaders! There’s so many words w...
09/08/2026

For the past 4 days we’ve hosted 86 girls and been visited by 31 inspirational industry leaders! There’s so many words we could say about how epic Camp CEO 2026 has been, but for now we will just share 7 👇

Collaboration
Ambition
Motivation
Perseverance

Campfire 🔥
Enthusiasm
Open-minded

Are you curious about volunteering with Girlguiding Scotland but aren’t sure where to start?Volunteer Glasgow is hosting...
06/08/2026

Are you curious about volunteering with Girlguiding Scotland but aren’t sure where to start?

Volunteer Glasgow is hosting a series of volunteering events across the city. As part of this, we are running an informative and fun taster session in collaboration with Scouts Scotland next week.

There's no need to book, just drop-in on the day. You’ll get to enjoy some refreshments, take part in activities and chat with volunteers about how you can support young people to learn new skills and grow in confidence. We'll be there to chat and answer any questions you may have.

📅When: 12 August, anytime between 6pm – 7pm
📍Where: The Renfield Centre, 260 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JP

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4ySxk0u

Supported by Glasgow 2026 Volunteering Legacy Funding.

Join Scouts Scotland and Girlguiding Scotland for an informative and fun volunteering taster session!

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