To inspire girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism and service, that they may gain respect for themselves and become resourceful citizens.
What are the Girl Scout Foundations and Goals?
Program experiences and activities should meet the needs and interests of girls, be based on the Girl Scout Promise and Law, and enable girls to grow and develop, as described in the four Girl Scout program goals.
To enable girls to:
Develop to her full individual potential
Foster feelings of self-acceptance and unique self-worth.
Promote her perception as competent, responsible, and open to new experiences and challenges.
Offer opportunities to learn new skills.
Encourage personal growth.
Allow girls to utilize and practice talents and abilities.
Relate to others with increasing understanding, skill and respect
Help each girl develop sensitivity to others and respect for their needs, feelings, and rights.
Promote an understanding and appreciation of individual, cultural, religious, and racial differences.
Foster the ability to build friendships and working relationships.
Develop values to guide her actions and to provide the foundation for sound decision-making
Help her develop a meaningful set of values and ethics that will guide her actions.
Foster an ability to make decisions that are consistent with her values and that reflect respect for the rights and needs of others.
Empower her to act upon her values and convictions.
Encourage her to reexamine her ideals as she matures.
Contribute to the improvement of society through the use of her abilities and leadership skills, working in cooperation with others.
Help her develop concern for the well being of her community and its people.
Promote an understanding of how the quality of community life affects her life and the whole society.
Encourage her to use her skills to work with others for the benefit of all.
