Girls Scouts of the USA may be best known for their much-anticipated seasonal cookies, but the positive image and strong voice it promotes in young girls goes far beyond delectable baked goods. Since there are few positive mainstream mentors, the Girl Scouts address many of the issues facing young women today. At the forefront: enforcing healthy media images.
Since young girls are impressionable, it is important that they are educated on how to distinguish between “what is portrayed in the media” and “what is healthy.” While media — be it film, television, fashion, or other forms — can portray woman in certain lights, the Girl Scouts make it their duty to deliver messaging that fosters a healthy lifestyle.
In addition to promoting positive self-image, the Girl Scouts are also adamant about creating and providing educational opportunities for girls. While there have been many advances since the organization started, the Girl Scouts continue to encourage girls to partake in science, technology, engineering and math. In the past, girls were discouraged from participating in these male-dominated subjects. However, through political support and educational advancements, girls have not only been given the same opportunities, but have also excelled in them. The nonprofit also promotes literacy in poverty-stricken areas of the country.
The Girls Scouts of the USA, founded by Juliette Gordon Law in 1912, is a youth organization that teaches girls important moral values through activities like camping, community service and other philanthropic events. More so than any other organization, the Girl Scouts encourages and promotes a positive lifestyle for young girls living in the face of a vain, and often prejudice society.
Whether it's emotional or physical, at home or at school, the Girl Scouts strive to ensure safety for girls everywhere. In many ways, everything they address circles back to young women's overall protection and security.
There have also been some Girl Scouts-turned-celebrities. Some of the more prominent ones include I Love Lucy-star, Lucille Ball, CBS Anchor, Katie Couric, and actress Dakota Fanning.
Highlights
- Sets a good example for young girls everywhere.
- Promotes girls to partake in traditionally male-dominated school subjects.
- Ensures a sense of safety for girls.
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