Girl Scout Advisory Board Information

The Girl Scout Advisory Board (GAB) allows Girl Scouts who are 14 or older, the opportunity to serve as an advisory team providing programmatic input to the Chief Executive Officer. By lending a voice to our movement that wants, needs and values youth-led contributions, these young leaders will play a significant role in shaping the ongoing work of Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital.

Girl Scout Advisory (GAB) Frequently Asked Questions

Why do we have a Girl Scout Advisory Board? toggle arrow

The GAB will work as a team to determine priorities of Girl Scouting in the areas of programs, activities, engagement, trainings, and social trends and such other areas as determined by the CEO. GAB members will also be exposed to governance opportunities and be able to represent the Council at various activities and events throughout the year. By facilitating the youth-adult partnerships, these leadership opportunities will allow GAB members to influence and have their voices heard in programmatic activities in the Council. GAB members will also have the opportunity to make recommendations, and share their ideas. In order to gain understanding of the governance process, GAB members will be invited to observe a board meeting.

Who is in the GAB and how much time does it take? toggle arrow

The GAB will be comprised of up to 15 members. Girl Scouts will be selected to participate in the GAB as provided under the Selection Process described below. Girl Scouts selected for the GAB will be asked to make a minimum one-year commitment to participate on the GAB. The one-year term runs October 1 – September 30. Youth can serve up to two consecutive one-year terms on the GAB with the term of a high school senior ending on September 30th of the year such Girl Scout graduates from high school.

When will the GAB meet? toggle arrow

The GAB will meet with the CEO at least three times a year in person or through webinars. The meeting dates and times will be established based on the availability of a majority of youth members.

How will the Board know what has happened? toggle arrow

The GAB (if it so choses) will prepare a report for the Board of its activities annually and make recommendations to the Board. The GAB will select from its members several youth to present the report, share the team’s ideas, and respond to questions from the Board.

How do I apply to be considered? toggle arrow

Girl Scout age 14 or older in grades 8th through 11th who are registered members of the Council may express their interest in serving on the GAB in the following year by completing the self-nomination form here. The form (which is the same form for applying for a Board position) should be completed and submitted no later than December 15. Applications open in the summer.

In January, the Nominating Committee will interview all the teen applicants, usually on a Sunday afternoon at our main Girl Scouts office in Washington, DC. The committee will select up to 15 Girl Scouts to participate in the GAB for a term of one year and make every effort to select Girl Scouts that represent the rich diversity of the Council and the geographic region.

All applications must be submitted no later than December 15, 2026 to be considered for an interview.