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GOVERNANCE

The Democratic Process in Girl Scouting
The democratic process and the democratic way of life have been part of the basic beliefs characterizing the Girl Scout movement since its inception. Using the democratic process means that members of the organization have both the right and the responsibility to influence major decisions affecting the organization before those decisions are made. While this does not mean that every member of the Council can vote on everything or make final decisions about policy, it does mean that each member will be:

  • Well informed about issues or needs that exist in the Council.
  • Available to discuss issues, and give input to the Council’s board of directors, which does make the final decision for the organization.

Delegates
Delegates are elected through the Service Areas to become voting members of the Council. Their primary responsibility is to attend and participate in the annual board/delegate meeting in the fall, the Annual Meeting in spring and any scheduled delegate meetings. Delegates influence policy by:

  • Electing the Council board of directors and Governance and Leadership Committee, as well as, National Council Delegates, prior to the triennium training.
  • Discussing, reacting and giving guidance to the board of directors on proposed new policies and other major decisions.
  • Establishing basic structural policies through the corporation’s power to amend the bylaws.

Delegates receive specific information about Delegate meetings via email or mail. Further information about the policy influencing the system can be found in the Council bylaws.

Board of Directors
The board of directors is elected to ensure that the Council continues to operate effectively over the long term. Specific responsibilities include communicating with the membership, assuring effective performance by the CEO, giving leadership to the Council’s fund development efforts and conveying positive messages about the Council to the community. The board must ensure that the Council is operated in compliance with GSUSA Charter requirements and state and federal laws.

  
     
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