This resource aims to help break down barriers which might prevent girls and adults from joining Girlguiding and/or staying connected to guiding when their personal circumstances change.

Gateway to Guides is a transition event designed to help Brownies prepare to move up to Guides. This event model has been successfully piloted by Girlguiding Scotland.

Our Stepping Up resource is packed full of practical and affordable ideas and activities for volunteers to help encourage girls to stay in guiding for as long as possible. Download a free copy or buy a printed version from…

Awards are a great way to recognise the contribution of volunteers – check out all the awards on offer.

Find out more about the training and opportunities available to volunteers from Girlguiding Scotland.

Buddy-up new volunteers with more experienced members while they settle into their roles.

If you have a new volunteer team that are also taking on opening a new unit, make sure they receive a copy of this free kit, ordered via trading services.

Help new volunteers find a role that is right for them by explaining the range of learning and development opportunities available through Girlguiding. It’ll also offer reassurance that they’re not expected to know everything straight away! Order free printed…

This resource is for anybody in, or embarking on, a unit leadership role in guiding. Whether you’re a helper or running the group, it will help you to understand a little more about delivering a great guiding experience for…

Starting a new voluntary role can be daunting. Role descriptions are a useful tool for talking about expectations around time commitment and tasks. Visit the Girlguiding website to explore what’s available or contact Scottish Headquarters for help to personalise…

This PowerPoint can be used alongside the Girlguiding volunteer induction session plan (with suggested script) for in person or online warm welcome events for new and potential volunteers. Giving them a brief overview of Girlguiding and signposting important next…

There are lots of ways to support local guiding beyond working with girls in unit-meetings. This guide explains how to set up a skills pool to benefit both girls and adults in your area.