Advocacy
Girl Scouts as Advocates
Girl Scouts have a powerful voice and want to speak out on issues they care about. GSCCC’s Advocacy Team educates policymakers and community leaders on issues and policies that directly affect Girl Scouts—funding for education, mental health, environmental issues, gender issues, racial equity, and more.
We also provide advocacy and civics education directly to Girl Scouts through programs, such as Virginia Girl Scout Legislative Days where a select group of Girl Scouts on leadership tracks visit with legislators during the General Assembly session.
From creating initiatives that better your local community to testifying in legislative committees, Girl Scouts use their voices and lead the way—and our team is here to help you on the journey.
State of the Girl 2026
New findings from Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), published in the national State of the Girl report, offer a comprehensive look at what it means to be a girl in America today. Drawing on GSUSA research and national data, the report explores the realities girls face, from loneliness and body image concerns to pressures tied to technology and adolescence. The report also highlights their confidence, ambition, creativity, and resilience, underscoring both the challenges girls encounter and opportunities to better support their growth and success.
Virginia Girl Scout Legislative Coalition
This group of seven Girl Scout Councils advocate with one voice to improve girls’ lives, building strong relationships with state legislators and members of Congress, as well as with state departments and agencies. Download Brochure (PDF)
Elections and Campaigns 
Be sure to follow Girl Scout Election Guidelines in planning your activities.
Promote the Vote
Public Policy Agenda
Civics and Citizenship Badges
Through earning badges, Girl Scouts gain an in-depth understanding of how local, state, and federal government works, equipping them to be voters, activists, and even political leaders. They also research their own government officials and are encouraged to meet them.
- Daisy Good Neighbor badge and Democracy for Daisies badge
- Brownie Celebrating Community badge and Democracy for Brownies badge
- Junior Inside Government badge and Democracy for Juniors badge
- Cadette Finding Common Ground badge and Democracy for Cadettes badge
- Senior Behind The Ballot badge and Democracy for Seniors badge
- Ambassador Public Policy badge and Democracy for Ambassadors badge
America250
Girl Scouts has partnered with America250 to celebrate The United States Semiquincentennial, with events, activities, and a special fun patch series!
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