To the editor:
At Girl Scouts, we know girls are the key to our future. Gender balance is vital in ensuring that every voice is heard and every outlook is considered. One of the best things we can do to ensure the long-term strength of the United States is to invest in girls.
Women bring an invaluable perspective to careers in places like the courtroom, the science lab and the caucus room. The United States government is comprised of a significant number of Girl Scout alums. In fact, 76 percent of senators, 57 percent of representatives and 100 percent of secretaries of state were Girl Scouts, while 90 percent of all women astronauts and 80 percent of women tech leaders are Girl Scout alums.
Girl Scouts is the best leadership experience for girls. Our leadership model is designed to meet the interests and needs of girls. Girl Scouts are emboldened to travel to destinations near and far and encouraged to pursue outdoor adventures from camping to whitewater rafting.
Research shows that girls learn best in an all-girl, girl-led and girl-friendly environment where their specific needs are addressed and met. Our program bolsters the benefits of the school curriculum by fostering a safe, inclusive environment where girls gain hands-on skills including STEM activities and take on leadership positions. In fact, the all-girl environment is one of the major keys to our success.
Visit girlscoutsindiana.org to learn more about the one-of-a-kind leadership development program that pairs girls with strong female role models and mentors, who help each girl develop her potential.
Sincerely,
Danielle Shockey, CEO, Girl Scouts of Central Indiana (submitted by Penni Sims, advocacy and community relations manager)
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