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New Girl Scout Badges

Presenting new badges that spark her imagination.

There are now new ways for Girl Scouts of all ages to explore their world, whether online or unplugged!

The newest class of badges take on even more topics that Girl Scouts and their families care about such as building on lifelong money management skills, developing a better understanding of the GS Law, learning how current interests align with jobs in STEM, and helping heal our world through action.

Earning the badges is also easier than ever: based on feedback from girls, volunteers, and families, the new badge booklets now include a volunteer guide and printable activity pages for girls, as well as new badge overviews in the Volunteer Toolkit and fun and fast badge introductions in gsLearn.
 

Daisy Brownie Junior Shapes in Nature

Math in Nature (Daisies through Juniors)

After a year of learning inside, it’s time to get outdoors! The new Math in Nature badges build on one another as Girl Scouts learn about shapes, numbers, and design in nature. They’ll plan a hiking adventure, create trail maps, and design a bird feeder—all while learning math concepts and how they apply outside the classroom.

The new Math in Nature badges also boost girls’ interest and confidence in STEM (PDF); they’re more likely to connect with STEM concepts when they’re linked to things they love, such as outdoor time and helping others.

Daisy Ambassador Cookie Bussiness 

Digital Leader Daisy through Ambassador

Meet the new Girl Scout badges:

Financial Literacy (Daisies through Ambassadors):

Gain control of your financial success. The modernized Financial Literacy badges aim to develop confidence in money matters. Girl Scouts will understand the value of money, know the importance of budgeting, and learn how to plan for the future. These skills are essential at any age.

Daisy Petal (Daisies):

The Daisy Petals  offer a new and fun way for girls, parents, and volunteers to navigate the first two years of Girl Scouting. These new activities help build on the existing inventory of Petal programming.

Brownie Pets Badge (Brownies):

Do you have what it takes to be a pet owner? An updated version of the Brownie Pets badge will teach you what you need to know about caring for your furry friend.

STEM Career (Daisies, Seniors, and Ambassadors):

Connect the dots and learn how your passions and skill set can mean a career in the STEM industry.

Global Action Award (All Ages):

The Global Action Award has Girl Scouts in the front seat by empowering them to take action in their communities. Learn about the environment and global poverty, raise awareness, and join in the effort of creating a better world.


Meet the new Girl Scout patches:
 

Resilient Ready Stron PatchGirl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. Mental Wellness Patch Program Now Available

Life isn’t always easy, but dealing with tricky emotions doesn’t have to be so hard. Try activities from the Girl Scouts: Resilient. Ready. Strong. program to unlock a patch and strengthen your mental wellness. Nobody can snap their fingers and make the world all sunshine and lollipops, but you can take steps to be ready when things get tough. Go get ‘em, Girl Scout!

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Multicultural Patch 2023 Girl Scout Multicultural Community Celebration Fun Patches

The Girl Scout Multicultural Community Celebration Fun Patch series was designed to celebrate the countless contributions that diverse communities have made and continue to make in the United States. Girl Scouts of all levels and their leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn each segment of this fun patch, whether they choose to do one or all. We encourage girls from all ethnic backgrounds to participate; they are sure to learn interesting new things.

How long does each celebration last?

Girl Scouts’ Multicultural Community Celebrations are one month long and start the first day of the month of the observance, except for Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins September 15.

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month

June 2023: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
LGBTQ Pride Month

LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Pride Month Patch

The Girl Scout LGBTQ+ Pride Month Celebration Fun Patch is designed for Girl Scouts of all levels and their leaders to honor LGBTQ+ history, to celebrate the diverse cultures and identities of LGBTQ+ people, and to acknowledge the many contributions of the LGBTQ+ community has made and continues to make across our nation. Girls and leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn this fun patch, and we encourage girls of all identities to participate.

Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month

May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Black History Month Patch

The Girl Scout Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Fun Patch is designed for Girl Scouts of all levels and their leaders, to celebrate the cultural richness of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from the Pacific Islands or the Asian diaspora, and to acknowledge the many contributions of the AAPI community to our nation. Girls and leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn this fun patch, and we encourage girls from all ethnic backgrounds to participate.

Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month

February 2023: Black History Month 
Black History Month

Black History Month

Black History Month Patch

February is Black History Month, where we honor the incredible contributions, the Black and African American communities have made throughout U.S. history — from civil rights leaders to artists, politicians to inventors. Take this opportunity to learn more about the community’s central role in U.S. history and the world. We’ve got plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch!

Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month

November 2023: Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Patch

The United States has 574 federally recognized Indian Nations (variously called tribes, nations, bands, pueblos, communities, and native villages).

You can celebrate Native American Heritage Month by recognizing with your family and friends the histories, cultures, and contributions of the Native American communities that were the first inhabitants in the United States. Take this opportunity to learn more about the cultures of the Indian Nations in your state and across the country. We’ve got plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch!

Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)

Get the Native American Heritage Patch

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month

September 15-October 15, 2023: Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 - October 15

The United States is home to about 60 million Latino and Hispanic people. That's a lot of culture (and people) to celebrate! You can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your family and friends by recognizing all the histories, cultures, and contributions that Hispanic and Latino people have made. Take this opportunity to learn more about the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and territories’ cultures honored during these four weeks. And with plenty of activities to choose from, the discovery and fun are endless.

Hispanic Heritage Patch

Download the Hispanic Heritage Month Activity Sheet
Download the Hispanic Heritage Month Activity Sheet in Spanish

Download the GSOC Hispanic Heritage Month Activity Sheet

Get the Hispanic Heritage Month patch!

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September 15–October 15, 2023: Hispantic Heritage Month | November 2023: Native American Heritage Month | February 2023: Black History Month | May 2023: Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month  | June 2023: LGBTQIA Pride Month


Girl Scout Better Together ChallengeGirl Scout Better Together Challenge with My Little Pony

See how we're better together.

You already know the power of friendship. It's that special magic that lifts you up. Girl Scouts celebrate differences and welcome all to be part of the magic created through kindness and friendship. And now, get ready for more fun, adventure, and teamwork—a reminder that we are all better together.

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Becoming MeBecoming Me Program Series

Inspired by former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama’s book Becoming: Adapted for Young Readers. As a participant in this unique experience, you can explore the truth of your own story and the power of your voice while hanging out with friends!

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Girl Scout Tree PromiseGirl Scout Tree Promise

Join a national movement address climate change!

In partnership with the Elliott Wildlife Values Project, American Forests, and Johnson & Johnson Foundation, Girl Scouts are launching a bold tree planting and conservation initiative. Girl Scouts across the country are setting out to plant five million trees in five years, and to protect and honor new and existing trees. Not only is this great for wildlife, it will also help ease the effects of climate change.
Be a Part of the Girl Scout Tree Promise
Girl Scout Tree Promise: Honor a Tree Sample Ceremony Script

Three Ways to Earn the Girl Scout Tree Promise Patch:

  1. Plant a tree, and then enter it on the  tree tracker.
  2. Protect a tree.
  3. Honor a tree at camp or in your community

Girl Scouts have planted thousands of trees in all 50 states and globally. Let’s keep going!

Girl Scout Tree Promise Toolkit

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Girl Scout Gratitude Gratitude Campaign

Celebrate people who inspire you with Girl Scouts’ National Service Project: Girl Scouts Give Back – Honoring Our Everyday Changemakers

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can have an incredible impact on your community! And through this national service project, inspired by GSUSA’s new Becoming Me program series, Girl Scouts can pay it forward by recognizing the people in their communities who have supported them in finding their unique paths.

Has a teacher or coach helped discover your passion or talent? Is there a member of your church or synagogue who’s encouraged you to persist through something challenging so you can grow and thrive? Celebrate a Changemaker!

Email marcom@girlscoutsoc.org for your gratitude kit.

Show Your Girl Scout Gratitude Flyer
Girl Scout Gratitude Thank You Letter

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Girl Scout x FBIGirl Scout Partnership wth the FBI

Girl Scouts and the FBI are teaming up in support of Girl Scout STEM programming by offering councils the opportunity to collaborate with FBI Community Outreach Specialists within FBI field offices to offer Girl Scouts across the country access to STEM-related speakers, resources, and host in person or virtual events.

FBI employees will deliver interactive presentations and facilitate activities within Girl Scouts’ current STEM and cybersecurity programming to earn various existing badges. Participating Girl Scouts will also learn about the mission and work of the FBI and its STEM-focused career offerings. Learn more about the FBI by visiting FBI.gov.

We will also provide additional programming assets and information in the early Fall as we finalize collaborative materials to help FBI Field Agents facilitate Girl Scout programming, such as cybersecurity and STEM career exploration badges.

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Girl Scout Trefoil

Check out new badge activities online.


Visit the Award and Badge Explorer for details on every badge a Girl Scout can earn.
 
Caddette Badge Eating for Beauty

After hearing feedback from parents and leaders, GSUSA has announced a title change to the Cadette badge "Eating for Beauty."

"We agree with the concern expressed that the content of the badge booklet, which addresses nutrition and health, is not accurately reflected in the title. For that reason, we recently brought this concern to a focus group of 75 Cadettes, who reviewed the badge and recommended changing the title to "Eating for You." We are in the process of making this change throughout our program materials. Thank you so much for your patience as we work to have it changed in all locations."

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We're looking forward to sharing stories of how local Girl Scouts and volunteers are enjoying the new STEM and Outdoor badges & journeys! Share your Program in Action Story today!

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