Who are we

Our mission, history and the promise

We’re the UK’s largest youth organisation dedicated completely to girls.

Girls can do anything. We help them know that, whether they’re 4 or 18 or in between. All girls have a home at Girlguiding - whoever they are, and wherever they are. 

Find out more about who we are below. 

Our mission

Whoever they are, wherever they're from, girls can do anything - here's how we support them

The promise

The promise is what brings everyone in guiding together

Our history

Girlguiding has a long history of empowering girls and young women to be their best

Find out more about volunteering with us

Finding your nearest unit

How to find a local Girlguiding unit for your child to join or to volunteer with

Ways of volunteering

Find the right volunteer role for you

Getting started as a volunteer

What to expect once you've registered your interest in volunteering

Young volunteers

Volunteering for Girlguiding isn't just for adults