Volunteer Training

Volunteer training events have an exponential impact on Girl Scouts. GSNWGL is proud to host three special training offerings this year:

Celebrate Diversity & Inclusion Workshop | Inclusion is a cornerstone value of Girl Scouts. But how do we show it? Or even talk about it? Led by Celebrate Diversity and its experienced facilitators, participants found teachable moments for exploring diversity, equity, and inclusion in Girl Scouts and our communities. Participants walked away with a better understanding of how to engage youth and adults in both conversation and action to make the world a better place.

LGBTQ+ Safe Allyship | Supporting LGBTQ+ Girl Scouts requires special care and attention. Through Safe Ally training, hosted virtually by UWGB, individuals had the opportunity to learn more about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning individuals. LGBTQ+ Safe Allyship Training explored current issues and discussed how to support and advocate for those in gender and/or sexual minorities. Participants practiced using tools to share with Girl Scouts to facilitate conversation and action to make the world a better place.

Youth Mental Health First Aid | This training opportunity taught participants how to help adolescents (ages 12–18) who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it helps trainees identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Youth Mental Health First Aid introduced participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, built an understanding of the importance of early intervention, and taught individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge.

“I am actually very relieved to have such an organized and well-thoughtout timeline to follow. The instructions within the timeline and explanations are thorough and make this process a little less intimidating.

“I thought this was a great way to quickly and effectively introduce new volunteers to what the Girl Scouts are all about.”

“Everything was well-written and detailed. I will be able to successfully set my troop up with all the resources and help I have gained from this training.”

“This was a wonderful introduction to Girl Scouts. I feel empowered as a volunteer and know where to find the resources to help me on this journey.”

“Love this! Everyone has been so friendly and helpful! Excited not only for my daughter to make friends but for myself to make friends as well!”

“I thought the course was well laid out and informative. Honestly, I’m feeling a little overwhelmed, but it does bring me some comfort knowing I can reach out to the council and get answers. Thank you for the training. 408 volunteer training spots filled, impacting

Girl Scouts.