Can my daughter attend a meeting to see if she likes it before making a
commitment to join?
A girl can visit a Guide Unit for two weeks while she decides if Guiding
is the right thing for her. After that time, she will need to join Guides
NSW to continue attending.
My mum used to be in brownies - are they still around?
Absolutely, but they may have a different name. All girls aged from 5 to
18 are called Guides, and individual units can choose a descriptive name for
their Unit, so they may be called Brownie Guides, or Dolphin Guides, or
Adventure Guides or whatever they choose.
I live in a remote area. Can I still be a Guide?
Sure thing. There are special Guide Units called Lones designed just for
you. The girls in these Units have meetings via mail and email, with
occasional get-togethers for camps and activity days.
Are there any boys in Guides?
Guiding is an all-female organisation from top to bottom. Research has
shown that girls perform better and have more opportunities in an all-girl
environment.
My daughter has a disability - would she be able to join Guides?
Guide Units welcome girls with disabilities, depending on the Leader's
capability and the nature of the disability. Our Special Needs Consultant
will work with you to find the best opportunities for your daughter.
Can I join Guides at any time of year or do I have to wait until
the beginning of Term 1?
You can join whenever you like. Your membership commences from the date
of joining, and will fall due on that date each year.
My daughter is very interested in Guides but does not speak much
English. Can she join in Guides?
Guiding would be a great place for your daughter to mix with other girls
and make new friends in an informal environment. The Leaders are happy to
help your daughter understand what is required while extending her English
skills as well.
I would like to join as an adult member, but I'm not sure I have time
to be a Unit Leader. Is there anything else I can do?
Absolutely. If you are under 30, you may like to join the Olave Program
where you will find many Guiding opportunities with other young women. There
are also a wide variety of support roles available for women of all ages. We will put
you in touch with the Region Leader in your area who will help you find the
best option.
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