International
Opening up a world of opportunities – get involved and experience the trip of a lifetime!
Girls have repeatedly said that they would welcome more international adventures in Girlguiding, and to go on a trip is not only an enormous adventure, but also potentially life-changing. Every year lots of trips take place from World Centres, to small and large European jamborees, to projects in under privileged countries and it is through trips such as these girls discover the world, new cultures, different lifestyles and ways of thinking and, sometimes, encounter thought provoking issues of which they were previously unaware. As they take on these challenges they also discover a lot about themselves, and usually return inspired and anxious to make a difference, either to their own way of life or to others around the world whose lot is perhaps less fortunate. Eventually many go on to lead a guiding trip themselves, thus enabling future generations to have the same opportunities.
Anglia region has many international opportunities; so if you are 11 years old or over there is an opportunity out there for you!
Hundreds of girls from Anglia region have travelled abroad through Girlguiding and had the experience of a life-time. Small trips, big trips, there is something for everyone.
Read on or ask your unit leader, commissioners or county international adviser.
Take that first step, it will make a difference!
World Centers
A trip to any of the World Centres is an unforgettable international guiding experience.
The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) run five World Centres in London, Mexico, Switzerland, India and Africa!
Global Opportunities Pool
How you can get involved in UN or WAGGGS international conferences on issues that women and girls face.
The Global Opportunities Pool gathers together exciting WAGGGS opportunities for members aged 18 to 30. Members are given the chance to represent guiding at a range of conferences and seminars all over the world, on issues ranging from the global direction of guiding, leadership, development and social action right through to the environment and women's rights.
My trip to the Azores taught me so much about myself and about the incredible world we live in. I am so thankful to my region for supporting me financially and helping to organise these incredible trips. If you ever get the opportunity to go on one of these amazing trips, do. It is a once in a life time experience you will never forget.
Girlguiding Anglia Trip To Azores
Zoe (Suffolk)
Through my international adventure to the Azores, I learned not just how to mix with other Girlguiding members, but also how to operate in a foreign country, different fundraising tactics, and how to manage and record finances. This experience gave me skills and memories that I will carry forward, as well as close, lasting friendships.
Girlguiding Anglia Trip To Azores
Beth (Suffolk)