Serving on the Lead the Way Committee over the past three years has been one of the most transformative parts of my Girl Scout experience. I joined the recreation committee in 9th grade, co-led it in 10th grade, and served as its sole lead in 11th grade. In this role, I directed the planning and execution of Friday and Saturday recreational activities at the conference, creating spaces for attendees to connect and build community. I also managed budgeting and tracked engagement throughout the event, gaining valuable experience in both leadership and program development.

Through Mom n’ Me, I had the unique opportunity to serve on both the youth and adult committees, acting as a bridge between the two. I worked to translate and advocate for youth perspectives within adult decision-making spaces, ensuring that ideas were accurately represented and thoughtfully considered. At the same time, I gained insight into the infrastructure behind planning a large-scale event, learning how effective communication and coordination shape its success.