DEI-RJ (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice)
At Girl Scouts of Gateway Council we prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across Girl Scouts so that ALL GIRLS -- from every social, cultural, economic, intellectual, and developmental sphere, including those with physical limitations -- can feel a sense of belonging with us. This is just one way that we work towards making the world a better place, as we have for over 100 years.
Girl Scouts builds leaders who create equitable communities - which is why we center racial justice in all that we do. Racism has no place in the lives of future generations, and certainly should not prohibit any girl or Girl Scout from full participation in the premier leadership organization that uplifts girls, especially the historically under-represented.
We deliver on this promise by challenging norms so that we can continuously build a more relevant and equitable Girl Scout experience that embraces fresh perspectives and innovation from our rich cultural legacy.
Multicultural
Celebrate Cultural Richness, Explore multicultural diversity.
We’re stronger together. By acknowledging the diversity, heritage, and contributions of our multicultural communities, Girl Scouts can find new ways to make the world a better place for everyone.
Now, Girl Scouts of all levels, your friends, and your leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn each segment of this fun patch. Whether they choose to do one or all of them, you’ll discover interesting new things about your neighbors—and yourself.
Hispanic Heritage Month | September 15–October 15 
The United States is home to about 60 million Latino and Hispanic people. That's a lot of culture (and people) to celebrate! You can celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your family and friends by recognizing all the histories, cultures, and contributions that Hispanic and Latino people have made. Take this opportunity to learn more about the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and territories’ cultures honored during these four weeks. And with plenty of activities to choose from, the discovery and fun are endless. Get the Hispanic Heritage Month Patch!
Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)
Native American Heritage Month | November 1–30
The United States has 574 federally recognized Indian Nations (variously called tribes, nations, bands, pueblos, communities, and native villages).
You can celebrate Native American Heritage Month by recognizing with your family and friends the histories, cultures, and contributions of the Native American communities that were the first inhabitants in the United States. Take this opportunity to learn more about the cultures of the Indian Nations in your state and across the country. We’ve got plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch!
Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)
Black History Month | February 1–28
February is Black History Month, where we honor the incredible contributions, the Black and African American communities have made throughout U.S. history — from civil rights leaders to artists, politicians to inventors. Take this opportunity to learn more about the community’s central role in U.S. history and the world. We’ve got plenty of activities to choose from, so you can make new discoveries and have tons of fun while earning your patch!
Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)
Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Month | May 1–31
The Girl Scout Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Fun Patch is designed for Girl Scouts of all levels and their leaders, to celebrate the cultural richness of all people in the U.S. whose ancestors came from the Pacific Islands, Hawaii, or the Asian diaspora, and to acknowledge the many contributions of the AANHPI community to our nation. Girls and leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to earn this fun patch, and we encourage girls from all ethnic backgrounds to participate.
Get the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Patch!
Fun Patch Activities (PDF)
Actividades en Español (PDF)
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