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Child Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures - Girl Scouts of the USA
In Girl Scouts, adult volunteers will receive periodic mandatory child abuse prevention training to promote the health and safety of children, to create a safe environment for children, and to learn how to recognize, respond and report concerns of physical or sexual abuse.

You Have to Talk to Your Girl About Physical and Sexual Abuse—Here's How
Approximately 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 20 boys experience sexual abuse. In 2017, Child Protective Services investigated more than 3.5 million cases of alleged abuse against children. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and an important reminder to start this conversation today.

13 Reasons Why Your Teen Keeps Secrets From You - Girl Scouts of the USA
Social ties are directly tied to self-worth for most teenagers, and being trusted with a secret can be almost an honor among friends at this age. But some secrets like thoughts of self-harm, substance abuse, or physical or emotional violence must be shared, as they could actually save someone’s life.

When Scary News Shakes Her World | Girl Scouts - Girl Scouts of the USA
If you’re worried that your child is not recovering healthfully from the trauma of recent events, talk to a counselor or psychologist through her school, or contact other leaders in your community for help.

Social Issues - Girl Scouts of the USA
Find quick answers to frequently asked questions about Girl Scouts of the USA's position on social issues. What is Girl Scouts of the USA's position regarding human sexuality, birth control, and abortion? Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) does not take a position or develop materials on these issues.

Parenting FAQ | Girl Scouts
At Girl Scouts, safety is a top priority. All activities are supervised, and we provide our volunteers with top-notch training and program resources.

An Important Update for Our Members and Supporters
Our trusted bakers remain committed to compliance with all food safety standards and regulations set forth by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other relevant health authorities.

One in Four Teen Girls Self-Harm. Here's How You Can Help.
Help your daughter be prepared for life’s inevitable ups and downs by packing her mental toolbox full of healthy coping strategies. Going for a run, journaling, making art, and practicing breathing exercises are all good suggestions for the next time your girl has had a bad day or needs to process some big emotions.

WHAT GIRLS SAY - Girl Scouts of the USA
Findings from both quantitative and qualitative research reveal what girls themselves say they need to feel safe—dispelling some commonly held perceptions. For example, to some adults safety may imply a physi-cal place, but girls in this study consider it in more emotional terms.

Talking to Kids About Children Being Separated from Their Families and ...
Over the past couple of weeks, thousands of infants, toddlers, and teens have been separated from their parents at the U.S./Mexico border. Although these events may be heartbreaking to those who care about children’s welfare, those who are most vulnerable, of course, are the children themselves.