Girlguiding

A Great Way To Volunteer!

History of Girlguiding

Girlguiding has a long history of empowering girls and young women to be their best. From a small handful of girls who gatecrashed the first-ever Scout rally, demanding ‘something for the girls’, Girlguiding has grown into a vast and vibrant network of members across the UK. The Guide Association was established in 1909 – thanks to the efforts of many intrepid girls who refused to accept that scouting was 'just for boys'. Soon, these young women began completing badges in sailing, aviation and home electrics. Later still, Girlguiding members were making important contributions to the First World War effort – growing food, acting as messengers for government organisations and working in hospitals, factories and soup kitchens. It's been over 100 years since Girlguiding was established, and our members are still pushing boundaries and achieving great things.

Why Volunteer?

Our volunteers do amazing things – some of which might surprise you. You could find yourself white water rafting, training guiding leaders overseas, celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusion in a local Pride parade or singing along with 10,000 girls at Wembley Arena. "I think more adults would volunteer if we could show them what Brownies is really like" – they might not believe how fun it is! - Holly, Brownie.

What volunteering is all about

Volunteering with us isn't just about campfires and helping girls to get their next badge - although those are special moments that we all share. It's about empowering girls and giving them new experiences. It's being a role model and helping girls to realise their full potential. It's sharing and developing your skills.

Do something for you and your community

• Meet new friends living near you
• Take a refreshing break from your everyday routine
• Share a skill or specialism
• Make a difference to the lives of girls in your community
• Spend time laughing, playing and being inspired by incredible girls and young women.

Build skills for life

Working with young people and other volunteers helps develop valuable, transferable skills like event planning, time management, leadership skills and budgeting.

You choose the volunteer role that matches your skills and time. Then we'll help you build skills with training opportunities suited to your role that make your CV stand out. Take our Leadership qualification, become a trained first aider or get qualified for outdoor activities such as climbing and kayaking.

Be an inspiration for girls

Your professional and personal experience, a specific skill or simply your enthusiasm - you have so much to share with girls and young women in guiding. Whether you've been involved in guiding before or you are completely new to us, you'll feel proud to watch girls grow through guiding.