Mission
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Open Membership
The Girl Scout Movement is open to all girls and adults who accept the Girl Scout Promise and Law and meet membership requirements.

Patriotism, Citizenship, and Community Service
Local, national, and global service and action are core elements of the Girl Scout experience.

Diversity and Pluralism
Girl Scouts advance diversity and pluralism in our Movement and in the communities in which we live.

Responsibility for the Movement and the Democratic Process
The ultimate responsibility for the Girl Scout Movement rests with its members. We govern by an efficient and effective democratic process that demonstrates our leadership in a fast-changing world.

Girl/Adult Partnership
Adults partner with girls to guide and inspire growth and achievement. Volunteers are essential to the strength and capacity of our Movement.

World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)
We are active partners in a worldwide sisterhood through our affiliation with WAGGGS. We work with WAGGGS to address the needs of girls and to build a network of global citizens.

Community Partners
We take an active leadership role and are collaborative partner in the community.

Voice
We are a premier voice for girls and an expert on their growth and development.