32D ANNUAL REPORT GIRL SCOUTS OF THE U.S.A. - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and ordered to be printed

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Thirty-second annual report of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., transmitted for the fiscal year ended September 30, 1981, pursuant to relevant federal acts and public law provisions. The report describes organizational proceedings, an audited financial statement, and listings of national leadership, committees, and advisory council members. The foreword highlights Girl Scouting’s 70-year legacy, membership turnaround during 1981, support for the Edith Macy Conference Center, and participation in the 24th World Conference. It also includes the Promise and the Law.

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Foreword

Preamble to the Constitution

The Promise

The Law

32D ANNUAL REPORT GIRL SCOUTS OF THE U.S.A. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PRESIDENT AND THE NATIONAL EX-ECUTIVE DIRECTOR GIRL SCOUTS OF THEU.S.A. TRANSMITTING THE 32D ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ORGANIZATION,COVERINGTHE FISCAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,1981,PURSUANT TOSECTION 7 OF THE ACT OF MARCH 16,1950,AS AMENDED,ANDSECTION 3 OF PUBLIC LAW 88-504 APRIL 5,1982.—Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and ordered tobe printed. GIRLS SCOUTS OF THE U.S.A. 97th Congress/2d Session/House Document No.97-165 Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. 830 Third Avenue New York,N.Y.10022 MARCH 30,1982. Hon.THOMAS P.O'NEILL, Speaker of the House of RepresentativesHouse Office BuildingWashington,D.C.20025 MY DEAR MR.SPEAKER:We have the honor of submitting here-with the thirty-second annual report of Girl Scouts of the UnitedStates of America. This report is made in compliance with Section 7 of the act ofMarch 16,1950,entitled“An Act to incorporate the Girl Scouts ofthe_United States of America,and for other purposes,"as amendedby Public Law 272 of August 14,1953.The Act of April 16,1951(65Stat.32)requires the printing of this report with accompanying il-lustrations as a House Document. The activities of the Girl Scout organization are described hereinfor the fiscal year ended September 30,1981.It includes the pro-ceedings of Girl Scouts of the United States of America,an auditedfinancial statement,and a list of the officers,members of the Na-tional Board of Directors,members of national committees,andmembers of the National Advisory Council. Respectfully submitted. Mrs.ORVILLE L.FREEMAN,President.Mrs.FRANCES R.HESSELBEIN,National Executive Director. # Foreword Seventy years ago,one woman's enthusiasm and foresight sparkeda nationwide movement.Juliette Low,the woman with that expan-sive vision,was convinced that Girl Scouting would inspire andchallenge girls to become the best that they can be—and_she wasright.From that day until now,the lives of more than 45 millionAmerican girls,women,and men have been enriched by Girl Scout-ing. Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.is proud of the vitality that founded,sus-tained,and continues to infuse our movement.After 70 years,GirlScouts are still going and growing.In fact,in our country today,one out of every nine girls between 6 and 17 years of age enjoys theGirl Scout program of informal education that fosters and encour-ages self-discovery,environmental awareness,and service to thecommunity and our nation. This past year has been particularly important to Girl Scouting.During 1981,we witnessed a dramatic turnaround in membership,which has grown by 1.2 percent in spite of the decline in girl popu-lation in this country. We have also been a temendous outpouring of support among allsectors of the nation for our new Edith Macy Conference Center.When it opens in May of 1982,the centers will offer educationalopportunities based on the latest developments in communicationstechnology,as well as management theory and practice.The mostrecent,innovative,and effective educational theories will form thebasis of learning experiences at Macy.Girl Scout adults will beable to enjoy our tradition of forward-looking personal and profes-sional development.Girls,too,will benefit from sessions at EdithMacy Conference Center—indirectly through their leaders,and di-rectly,through participating in events designed especially forthem. As one of the 104 member organizations of the World Associationof Girl Guides and Girl Scouts,Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.was repre-sented by a nine-member delegation at the 24th World Conferencein Orleans,France.At this conference,the World Association ac-cepted our invitation to hold the 1984 World Conference in theUnited States.We are looking forward to the opportunities for na-tionwide involvement and worldwide exchange that such a confer-nece affords. Whether we are working to expand membership,extend program,refine management,promote adult development,or celebrate thenational

FAQs

What period does the 32D annual report cover?

It covers the fiscal year ended September 30, 1981.

Which key materials are included in the report?

The report includes the organization’s proceedings, an audited financial statement, and lists of officers, board members, committees, and the National Advisory Council.

What major developments does the foreword emphasize for 1981?

It emphasizes a membership turnaround despite a decline in the girl population, strong support for the Edith Macy Conference Center, and continued growth and worldwide engagement.

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