Guiding is not only about volunteering, but also about being part of a community. A community that offers opportunities for personal growth, to connect to a sense of purpose, to network with like-minded people and improve one’s mental health. This newsletter shares updates about activities happening in our community. That includes the 2024 ‘It’s in […]
As we celebrate National Volunteer week it is a moment to pause, thank and acknowledge all the amazing volunteers that work week in, week out to provide opportunities for girls and young women in Australia. This year’s theme, “Something for Everyone,” truly encapsulates the spirit of what volunteers bring to our organization. Whether it is […]
Girl Guiding is always about opportunities and being part of your community. The beginning of 2024 has seen so many examples of just this. Already this year, we have seen a contingent of Australian Guides discover the culture of India, with many more Guides and Leaders preparing to take off to the UK in a […]
Hello to all in Guiding around Australia as we come to the end of Term 4! Looking back on the year, it seems so long ago that we had the fun of getting together for the Kani-Karrung Jamboree in January, yet it feels like just last week when I began the role of Chief Commissioner […]
Dear Girl Guide Volunteers, International Volunteer Day is a day to celebrate and promote volunteering. It is a chance to say Thank You to all those who so generously give of their time for others. It is a self-evident statement that if everyone volunteered, the world would be a better place. As we come to the […]
Girl Guides Australia is now welcoming applications for the role of National Coordinator, Olave Program. Coordinating and supporting the ongoing development and growth of the Olave Program, this role is vital to promoting and engaging young women members 18-29 years of age. The National Coordinator works with a range of both volunteers and staff at […]
Girl Guides Australia is now welcoming applications for the role of Chair of the Adult Awards Committee. Recognising volunteers for the amazing work they do is an important part of our organisation, and this role is vital for leading the process to ensure this recognition is promoted, implemented, and evaluated. Specific requirements: The Chair of this […]
Are you aged 16-30 years? Do you have a passion for Girl Guiding? Do you want to help shape the future of Girl Guiding in Australia? Girl Guides Australia is excited to call for nominations for the national Young Women’s Forum. The Forum is a network of young women aged 16-30 years who are a […]
Hello to all in Guiding around Australia and welcome to Term 2 As I write this update, I am on Gadubanud lands of the Eastern Maar Nation where my husband and I look after 50 acres of beautiful Otway land to the west of Geelong in Victoria. My study looks out over one of our […]