2008 National Convention
Attention all Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois girl and adult members, age 14 and over!
Girl Scouts from across the world will come together October 30-November 2 for the 51st National Convention in Indianapolis, IN to chart the future course for our movement.
2008 National Young Women of Distinction
A Call for Applications:
Ten Young Women of Distinction will be honored during a presentation at the National Council Session in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Who can apply?
- Any girl that has completed her Girl Scout Gold Award between October 1, 2006 and April 30, 2008. There is no limit on the number applications a council or Overseas Committee can submit to GSUSA.
Submissions requirements:
- Projects must reflect a passion a girl has for a cause
- Leadership Skills
- The impact of the project and sustainability (locally, nationally or globally)
- Addresses the three Girl Scout keys to leadership:
- Discover: Understand their values and their world.
- Connect: Care about, inspire and team with others.
- Take Action: Act to make the world a better place.
Deadlines:
- Girls must submit their applications toGSEIWI by May 15, 2008.
- Applications from councils or Overseas Committees must be postmarked by June 30, 2008 and received at GSUSA no later than July 7, 2008.
- Applications arriving after July 7, 2008 will not be considered.
Download the Application:
For more information, please contact Amanda Houle, Volunteer Development Manager.
