BENEFITS
What effect does Girl Scouting have on girls?
As a preventative program, Girl Scouting has been proven to effectively counter the deficits prevalent in the lives of children at risk. Girl Scouting helps girls build:
- Self-reliance
- Self-competence
- Social skills
- Respect for others
- Feelings of belonging
- Sense of values
- Decision-making skills
- Commitment to community
- Team and leadership skills