Date: Sat Sep 26, 9:30 AM EDT - Sat Sep 26, 5:00 PM EDT
Category:
- Adult Training,
- Leadership Development
Level:
- Volunteers
Join us for the Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. 2026 Annual Volunteer Conference - the ultimate kickoff to your Girl Scouting year and Unlock the Power of Girl Scouting! This energizing and educational event brings together dedicated troop leaders and volunteers from across GSHH Council for a day of connection, learning, and empowerment.
Designed to support both new and experienced volunteers, the conference offers a wide range of workshops, training sessions, and networking opportunities that provide practical tools, fresh ideas, and renewed inspiration. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills, explore new program ideas, or simply connect with fellow volunteers, this event sets the stage for a successful and impactful Girl Scout year.
The day will consist of a continental breakfast, a plenary session, four breakout sessions, lunch, and closes with an inspirational rededication ceremony. We will also have giveaways throughout the day and a conference goodie bag for all attendees.
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 18, 2026 5:00 PM
Schedule of Events
8:30AM: Breakfast
9:30AM: Plenary
10:15AM: Session 1:
- Brand Positioning: Telling Our Story
- Taking Your Service Unit To The Next Level
- Higher Awards: New and Improved
- Opening Doors and Breaking Down Barriers
- Raising Today's Girl Scout
- Event Planning in Girl Scouts
- The Life of a Service Unit Delegate
11:30AM: Session 2:
- Supporting Differently Abled Girl Scouts
- Building A Pipeline To Girl Scouts
- Funding the Fun And Understanding MEAs
- How To Lead Volunteers
- Creating Positive Troop Behavior
- Girl Scouting: It's A Family Experience
- Engaging Older Girl Scouts
12:30PM: Lunch
2:15PM Session 3:
- Conflict Management With Adults
- Service With Soul
- Empowering Girl Scout Adult Volunteers to Inspire and Lead With Confidence
- Brand Positioning: Telling Our Story
- Getting A Potential Volunteer To Yes
- Welcoming Juliettes Into The Girl Scout Community
- Going Places With Girl Scouts
3:30PM: Session 4:
- New Leader Roundtable
- Money Matters
- Understanding The Importance and The Process of Adult Awards and Recognitions
- Opening Doors And Breaking Down Barriers
- Higher Awards: New And Approved
- Utilizing GSHH Property To Enhance The Girl Scout Experience
- Marketing Girl Scouts In Your Community
4:40PM: Young Alum Awardee, Presentation and Closing
When registering for the conference, the system will allow you to pick only one session per time slot.
If you have any dietary needs or accessibility needs, please make sure to fill out the optional fields on the registration form.
Price includes continental breakfast, lunch, and goodie bag.
