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When Girl Scouts are in charge, you can be sure they will change the world for the better. Support local Girl Scouts and be a part of that change by joining us at an upcoming event.
EmpowerHer A Celebration of Women Leaders 2026
Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2026
Location: South Coast Repertory – Argyros Theater, Costa Mesa
EmpowerHER: A Celebration of Women Leaders marks Orange County’s inaugural National Girl Scout Day luncheon, held on March 12, the anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouts in 1912. This historic gathering launches a new annual Orange County tradition—celebrating extraordinary women whose leadership has shaped our community while investing in the next generation of Girl Scout changemakers.
The focal point of this year's program is the Orange County premiere of Defining Moments, a documentary honoring Frances Hesselbein, the first national CEO of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. and a globally respected leadership figure.
This year’s EmpowerHer event will also feature Nella Webster O’Grady as Honorary Chair, recognizing her enduring leadership and profound impact on Girl Scouts of Orange County and the broader Orange County community—reflecting the leadership values championed by Frances Hesselbein and modeled for the Girl Scouts of today.
Voice for Girls 2026
Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Location: Newport Beach Country Club
As an expert on girl leadership, Girl Scouts of Orange County is uniquely poised to lead Orange County in helping girls reach their leadership potential and place the need for balanced leadership in the workplace and society front and center, locally and nationally.
The Voice for Girls Forum is an interactive think tank for Orange County’s decision-makers and key influencers, hosted by Girl Scouts of Orange County, to align local leaders around a vital mission—to support and champion girls in reaching their full potential as leaders in society.
