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In July, Girl Scouts Nation's Capital hosted the Girl Scouts National Convention for the first time in 51 years! It was a week to remember.

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On February 28, 2026, the Liberty Center at Trinity Washington University came alive as Girl Scouts, families, and community members gathered for an unforgettable Black History Month Step Showcase.

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Cultivating Calm: Creating Calming Corners for Community Wellness

Global Sisterhood* in Action

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The Willing Warriors Retreat – How Gold Award Girl Scout Allison Built a Recovery Garden for Veterans

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Jamie Shopland - A Lifelong Commitment to Accessibility and Leadership

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Presidents Circle Dinner Recap

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Celebrating the Impact of Hispanic Girl Scouts

From Daisy to Determined Leader

Gold Award Girl Scout Mae O’Neill

How Girl Scouts shaped my confidence

Once a Girl Scout, Always a Girl Scout

Troop 42017 Champions Animal Rights

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Honoring the Legacy Barbara Lowis Lehmann

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Girl Scouts Think Like Engineers at Sweet Briar College

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Building a Community of Inclusivity for All

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