The first session was about Program, and was presented by GSUSA. Yvette explained the development and structure of the GSUSA program and shared a number of inspiring stories regarding the achievements of girls within this program. One interesting aspect of her presentation was about GSUSA's flexible program opportunities, which are outlined in the photo below:
After morning tea we divided into focus groups to discuss the topics of Adult Training, Volunteer Management, Succession Planning and Office Management. We learned about the ways that other member organisations work, the opportunities they have and the challenges they face.
The afternoon was spent discussing fund development, and the Asia Pacific Regional Membership Development Strategy (APRMDS, as it will no doubt become well-known) which will guide the work of the Region and member organisations from 2015 to 2017.
After dinner some participants enjoyed shopping excursions to Shinjuku and Harajuku, and the young delegates participated in a forum with young Girl Scout leaders from across Japan. We discussed issues affecting girls and young women around the world, and the stories which some of the delegates told were very eye-opening. It is one thing to learn that many girls in a certain country marry young, but it is hard to truly understand this until you hear an individual tell her own story and explain the effect it has had on her life. This is the value of international Guiding.
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