(2013), permit gay adult leaders (2015; Scout units sponsored by religious groups were exempted), and admit girls (Cub Scouts in 2018, Scouts BSA in 2019). A growing number of sexual abuse claims against the BSA in the late 2010s led the national organization to file for bankruptcy ...
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We hope these new efforts will inspire more girls and young women to get involved in their communities and run for office as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which constitutionalized a woman's right to vote. More women than ever before are currently serving in Congres...
There are also numerous college scholarships for Girl Scouts, particularly those who have earned their Silver or Gold Award. One of these girl Scout scholarships is theGloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, a scholarship program that honors young leaders who make a difference through leadership in ...
1923: Scouts with disabilities honored for first time Scouts with disabilitieshave participated in BSA activities since the organization's founding in 1910. In 1923, the BSA created a special award for Scouts with disabilities or who were unable to meet certain requirements. ...
The Girl Scouts had been using ten tons of copper a year for their award pins. A new wartime unit of older scouts was created and given duties in child care, food service, transportation and communication, shelter, clothing, and recreation. The Girl Scouts began the 1950s with 1.8 ...
This particular version is a short and straightforward one, making it easy for young scouts to memorize. The lyrics express gratitude for the food and the presence of loved ones, including parents and the Lord. With snapping fingers as part of the rhythm, it adds a playful touch to the ...
Congratulations Harlem Troop 5 on earning the 2021 Camp Keowa Honor Unit Award @ summer camp August 1-7. Thank you Nayib and Jordan for serving on staff at Camp Keowa this summer. Congratulations Harlem Troop 5 - Scouts were awarded 2 ranks and 19 merit badges at the June 2021 Court of...
For several years, stories have surfaced of young boys being molested by older men during their time in the Boy Scouts of America organization. Numerous cases of predatory scout leaders have made the news over the years, but since the organization filed for bankruptcy protection in February, adv...