Every three years Girl Scouts of United States of America (GSUSA) holds a National Convention and National Council Session (Business Meeting). During this business meeting, important work for the organization takes place and every council in the country sends representatives. YOU could be one of those representatives!
National Council Delegates serve an important role for the council. As our representative, you elect the National Board of Directors and National Board Development Committee members, amend the constitution, and vote on important proposals. You also help influence the strategic direction of the Girl Scout movement by providing guidance to the National Board.
The next National Council Session will take place in Washington D.C. July 19-27, 2026, however the selection process for National Delegates starts now! Requirements for becoming a National Delegate include:
As part of this process, please do the following:
When considering your answers, remember all your life experiences matter. Girls, have you been on the student council in your school, or any other student organizations? Have you helped volunteer in your community? Adults, have you served on committees for your work, or represented a group in your community? Please feel free to share any other experiences you feel have helped you grow as a person. We are looking for anyone interested in this important governance work.
Application Questions
Self-Evaluation
The following skills are required of a successful National Council delegate. Review your experiences and activities, rate your ability, and provide examples of how you may have demonstrated these skills.
Final Thoughts
Please Note: If you are selected and elected as a National Delegate, your trip to the National Convention is paid for by the council.
Does representing our council sound interesting? Consider applying today! Applications are due no later than October 1, 2024. If you have any questions, please email Mary Kenna, Second Vice Chair, Board of Directors @ mary.kenna2001@gmail.com. If you are interested in speaking to a past National Delegate to hear about their experience, please let us know. We have past girl and adult delegates who would love to share their experience with you!