Life Skills

Girl Scout badges, beginning with Civic Engagement and expanding to Healthy Living, Communication Skills, Practical Skills, and Global Citizenship, form the foundation of activities that help girls grow as Girl Scouts.

Whether it’s by exercising and staying healthy, developing strong relationships with family and peers, advocating on behalf of others, protecting our environment, or exploring careers that can truly change the world for the better, girls gain the skills and the inspiration to accept challenges, overcome obstacles, and take the lead.

Do you have an idea for a new life skills program? Share it by filling out the Girl Scout Program Idea Submission Form!

Civic Engagement

With a focus on preparing girls to be active and informed members of their communities, Girl Scouts offers Citizen badges for all grade levels, along with the Silver Torch and Gold Torch awards for Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors. In addition, this year's new Civics badges will teach girls about their local, state, and federal government.

Civic Engagement Opportunities
Civic Leadership Challenge
Civic Engagement Badges

Community Service

Whether it’s through planting a garden, painting a mural, or launching a letter-writing campaign, the It’s Your World—Change It! Journey inspires Girl Scouts at every grade level to take on unique leadership and advocacy challenges and discover what it means to be a leader who makes a difference in the world. Complete a National Girl Scout Service Project and earn your Girl Scouts Give Back Patch. Learn more about National Girl Scouts Service Projects.
 

Healthy Relationships

At every stage, from Daisy to Ambassador, Girl Scouts form stronger connections with family, friends, and their communities. Younger Girl Scouts (grades K–5) make new friends as they strive to be considerate, caring, and kind. In middle school, girls learn how to cope with bullying and relational aggression. And as a Senior or Ambassador, she’ll hone her people skills with her peers and her community, as she makes the world a better place. Explore Healthy Relationship Badges >>
 

Financial Literacy

Grounded in real-life situations, Financial Literacy badges give girls a deeper understanding of financial issues, providing them with insight, skills, and practical knowledge in areas such as budgeting, philanthropy, making smart buying decisions, financial planning, and more. Learn more about FInancial Literacy Badges >>

Life Skills At-home Program

Explore life skills-themed at-home activities below. New programs are added periodically, so check back soon!