GIRL SCOUTS OF KENTUCKY’S WILDERNESS ROAD ANNOUNCES ‘TROOP 1912’ CHARTER MEMBERS
Honorary Troop Will Ensure the Next Generation of Girl Leaders
ERLANGER, KY – May 26, 2021––Launched during the height of the pandemic in 2020, Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) created Troop 1912, an honorary Girl Scout troop for adults committed to helping to shape the next generation of Kentucky female leaders. Today, GSKWR announces Troop 1912’s Charter Members, a group of over one-hundred men and women who have committed to GSKWR through financial partnership and advocacy for Kentucky girls with sustaining financial support. The name ‘Troop 1912’ is a tribute to the year Girl Scouts was founded.
“Interest from the Kentucky community for Troop 1912 has been overwhelming, which truly underscores why Girl Scouts exist – and the belief that investing in our local girls is critical”, said Carol Beirne, GSKWR Board Member and President of the Board Emeritus. “Troop 1912 creates a sustainable affinity group that will ensure Kentucky’s leaders of the future. The idea that Troop 1912 charter members are comprised of people from all walks of life – those who have a Girl Scout connection, and those who do not -- illustrates their passion and dedication for what we do”, she continued. Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road focuses on rigorous learning opportunities for girls in the areas of STEM, Outdoor Adventure, Life Skills and Entrepreneurship that encourage girls and young women to explore their passions and cultivate change.
GSKWR has several 2021 events planned for Charter Members of Troop 1912, including an official induction and welcome reception to be held October 2021. GSKWR is inviting others in the Kentucky community who believe in building girls of courage, confidence, and character to join Troop 1912. Consistent funding is vital to further develop new opportunities that will continue building girls into strong leaders. Troop 1912 charter members receive invitations to exclusive events, recognition on GSKWR’s annual report and website, along with other exclusive benefits. Most importantly, Troop 1912 members are partners in sustaining the traditions of Girl Scouts and in building the best leadership experience for girls. For details and join Troop 1912, visit: https://www.gskentucky.org/en/Support/Troop1912.html
About Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road
Recognized as the premier leadership opportunity for female ambition in Kentucky, Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road (GSKWR) serves over 8,000 girls and young women in 66 Kentucky counties and 1 Ohio county. With opportunities around the world, GSKWR advocates creativity and free choice, encouraging girls and young women to explore their passions and cultivate change through a focus on life skills, STEM, entrepreneurship and outdoor experiences. Through corporate partnerships in the State of Kentucky, GSKWR is creating a critical career pipeline of intelligent women leaders. To learn more about how Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road is creating experiential and leadership opportunities for growth, please visit www.gskentucky.org.
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