Group: National Council

Why do we use the single slate?

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The single slate by the NBDC is called for by Article XII, Section 9 of the GSUSA Constitution, which states: “The committee shall present at each regular session of the National Council a single slate of nominees for:…

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Who can amend the GSUSA Bylaws?

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Either the National Council or the National Board. Source: Constitution/ARTICLE XVI/BYLAWS

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Who can amend the GSUSA Constitution?

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The Constitution can only be amended by the National Council. Source:  Constitution ARTICLE XVII/AMENDMENTS

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What happens at sessions of the National Council?

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In addition to inspirational speeches and presentations, recognitions, discussion topics, and other agenda items deemed necessary by the planners, the following are things that can be covered and acted upon during a National Council Session by the National…

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What powers does the National Council hold?

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The National Council has the following powers: Amend the Constitution1 Act on proposals1 Guide the National Board upon general lines of direction of the Movement and program1 Call a special session of the National Council (20% membership required…

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How many National Delegates are there in all?

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A council’s determined number of National Delegates is based on the number of girls it has registered as of September 30th the year before the regular session of the National Council.  Each council gets a minimum of three…

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How are National Delegates chosen?

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Some national delegates are automatically delegates because of positions or offices they hold or have held at the national level. These include members of the National Board, the National Board Development Committee, and past presidents of GSUSA, and…

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Who makes up the National Council?

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The membership of the National Council consists of: Delegates elected by Girl Scout councils who are registered through their local council Delegates from USA Girl Scouts Overseas Members of the National Board of Directors Members of the National…

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Who elects the National Board of Directors?

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The National Council elects the National Board of Directors at the National Council Session (NCS).  The National Board Development Committee prepares a single slate of candidates, and there is also provision for nominees from the floor provided the…

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