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Girl Scouts Announce 42 New Badges To Develop Young Women's Independence
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NEW YORK CITY, N.Y - Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) reports that they will now offer 42 new badges exclusively for girls in grades K–12 that allow them to make their own choices, and offers the girls everything from adventuring in the snow or mountains to learning how to use coding to solve problems they care about. Girl Scout programming has long promoted independent decision making, which helps girls develop agency, challenge themselves to move beyond their comfort zones, and build confidence in their leadership abilities.
As stated in a press release by the Girl Scouts of the USA, "Among the 42 new offerings are Outdoor High Adventure badges that feature, for the first time in Girl Scouts' history, two distinct activity options, letting girls choose how they want to earn each badge." Giving girls choices is important for developing their sense of self, their own voice, and gender equality. Research from the World Bank Group shows that increasing women's agency and decision-making abilities is key to improving their lives, communities, and the world.
For more info on the badge details, view the full press release.