• National Delegate Agreement Form

  • Summary:  A National Delegate serves as a voting member of the National Council of, representing GSNEO in National Council sessions. A National Delegate also serves as a voting member for the GSNEO General Assembly.

    Term of appointment: National Delegates and Alternate Delegates shall be elected for a term of three (3) years or until their successors are elected and assume office, and only for as long as they are registered members of GSUSA.

    Resignation/Removal: Resignation from the position of National Delegate should be submitted in writing to the Board Chair or his/her designee. National Delegates unable to attend the National Council Session and/or special meeting of the National Council may be removed.

    Other Pertinent Information:

    • Must be 14 years of age or older at time of election.
    • Must register as a member of GSUSA through GSNEO, and accept the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
    • Must adhere to all policies, standards, and procedures of GSUSA and GSNEO.
    • Must submit to and pass a criminal background check (for delegates 18 years or older) facilitated by GSNEO.

    Costs: The following expenses are the responsibility of GSNEO:

    • National Council Session/National Convention Registration fee
    • Hotel accommodations, double occupancy, for nights designated by GSNEO for the convention.
    • Transportation to and from the National Council Session/National Convention when coordinated and scheduled by GSNEO.
    • Per diem allowance to cover breakfast, lunch and dinner on each day of the National Council Session/Nation Convention, if a meal is not provided by GSUSA.

    Costs: The following expenses are the responsibility of National Delegates:

    • The full cost of any GSUSA special events not covered by the National Council Session/National Convention Registration Fee.
    • The full cost of any pre and post convention tours.
    • Methods of transportation outside those arranged for National Delegates by GSNEO.
    • Souvenirs and personal collectibles.
    • Official Girl Scout uniform, to be worn during all sessions of the Convention.

  • Position Tasks/Responsibilities:

    In advance of the National Council Session, each individual elected by the Council as a voting member/delegate to the National Council take personal responsibility to:

  • Pre-Convention Responsibilities

  • I will study all items on the agenda, including background information, and recommendations of the National Board of Directors.*
  • I will study the National Council Session Workbook in order to be well-informed on procedures and appropriate conduct while at the National Council Session.*
  • I will attend mandatory GSNEO training and preparation sessions for National Delegates: GSNEO Conference Calls in May and October 2023; GSNEO in person meeting in September 2023 in Macedonia; GSUSA preparations calls as scheduled; and any additional calls/meets as needed to fully prepare.*
  • I will participate in council and/or board meetings, and participate in council forums and focus groups, as requested.*
  • I will obtain a broad array of the opinions of adult members and Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors from all parts of the Council, by meeting with constituents leading up to the July 2023 National Council Session.*
  • I will participate in teleconferences for voting members, sponsored by GSUSA.*
  • I will engage in opportunities to discuss, learn, and share ideas across the Movement.*
  • I will familiarize myself with the contents of the current Blue Book of Basic Documents.*
  • I will obtain a basic understanding of parliamentsary procedure and Robert's Rule of Order, Newly Revised.*

  • 2023 National Council Session Responsibilities:

  • I will attend all business meetings and participate in the proceedings.*
  • I will be prepare to participate in duscussion and vote on all business items, including: Elect the National Board of Directors, the officers of the National Board of Directors, and the members of the National Board Development Committee; Determine general lines of policy of the Girl Scout Movement and program by considering and acting upon proposals direted toward the fostering and improvement of Girl Scouting, receiving and acting upon reports from the National Board of Directors, and give guidance to the National Board upon genera lines of direction of the Movement and program.*
  • I will participate in votes to amend or revise the Constitution and/or the Bylaws of GSUSA.*
  • I will partcipate in the establishment of requirements for certificates of membership, local council charters, and all other credentials.*
  • I will submit proposals to the National Council to improve the quality of Girl Scouting, in accordance with the submittal guidelines reflected in Article VI of the Constitution of GSUSA.*
  • I will participate in all other actions requiring a National Council membership vote.*
  • I will wear official Girl Scout uniform during all Convention sessions.*

  • Post Convention Responsibilities:

  • Upon returning from the National Council Session, each National Council voting member/delegate is prepared to:

  • I will report on National Council decisions and the reasons for such decisions at the Council's annual meeting, to the Council board of directors, and the Council's constituency (if requested by Council Board Chair and CEO).*
  • I will share insights on information gained at the National Council Session, if requested.*
  • I will assist the Council as it prepares to participate in the next National Council Session, if requested.*
  • I will participate in teleconferences and other opportunities for voting members/delegates.*
  • I will be an active, voting member of the GSNEO General Assembly, which includes: acting as a channel for two-way communication between constituents and the National Council; understand my constituencies' issues and concerns as well as appreciate Nation-wide and Council-wide issues and needs in order to think globally for the good of the entire organization/ attend meetings of the General Assembly of the Council, which is held annually; Attend special meetings as called within the jurisdiction of the Bylaws; Attend Membershp and Service Unit meetings in my area; Elect the Board of Directors, the members of the Board Development Committee and the Delegates/Alternate Delegates to the National Council in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Bylaws; Participate in votes to amend or revise the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws as presented at meetings of the GSNEO General Assembly; Submit proposals to the Board of Directors to improve the quality of Girl Scouting; and Promote the organization's programs, services and goals to the community-at-large.*
  • I will report to GSNEO on the events of the National Session and any special sessions of the National Council.*

  • Qualifications and Core Competencies:

  • I am committed to the Girl Scout mission and values.*
  • I understand the issues and concerns of GSNEO as well as appreciate national issues and needs in order to think globally for the good of the Girl Scout Movement and programs.*
  • I will represent GSNEO and the Girl Scout Movement in a professional and courteous manner.*
  • I am comfortable with public speaking.*
  • I am able to think strategically and focus on the future of the Girl Scout Movement.*
  • I am experienced in a policy-influencing or policy-making capacity.*
  • I have knowledge and understanding of the workings of Girl Scout councils and the Movement.*
  • I am able to analyze issues from a national, as well as a council perspective. National Council actions and decisions have Movement-wide implications.*
  • I am committed to attending Council and GSUSA training sessions, in order to be as informed as possible about the issues and democratic process utilized at the National Council Session.*
  • I am willing to support all the decisions of the National Council.*

  • Code of Conduct:

    As part of my responsibiities as a GSNEO Volunteer:

  • I believe in the aims and purposes of Girl Scouting.*
  • I am willing and able to devote sufficient time to planning and coordinating the duties of this position.*
  • I will demonstrate dependability, honesty, credibility, and resourcefulness.*
  • I will act in the best interest of GSNEO by conducting myself professionally and in accordance with the Girl Scout Promise and Law.*
  • I will maintain current knowledge of the Girl Scout National Program Portfolio, Volunteer Essentials, Safety Activity Checkpoint, and GSNEO Volunteer Policies and Procedures.*

  • Volunteer Agreement:

  • I agree to meet the qualifications and fulfill the duties, expectations, and requirements as outlined above.*
  • I am a current registered member of GSUSA and will remain so during the entire duration of my term..*
  • I have a current GSNEO background check on file.*
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