Group: National Council Session
Can the NCS be held virtually?
Special sessions of the National Council can be held virtually, but regular sessions of the National Council can be held virtually only in the event of an emergency. Source: Constitution/ARTICLE V/Sessions of the National Council/Section 4
Read More »What do I wear to the National Council Session?
The National Council Session is considered a formal business event, and per GSUSA guidelines found on its uniform reference page: Girl Scouts at each level have one required element (Tunic, Sash or Vest) for the display of official…
Read More »Can anyone attend a National Council Session?
Yes, anyone who has purchased a ticket for a National Convention can attend the National Council Session. Attendees who are not National Delegates sit in the audience and are not allowed to speak or vote.
Read More »What is the difference between the National Convention and the National Council Session?
The National Council Session is the business meeting held every three years during the National Convention. The National Convention spans most of the week and includes exhibitions, guest speakers, the National Council Session, break out sessions and workshops,…
Read More »Can an amendment to an amendment be made during the NCS?
Yes, as long as the amendment to the amendment remains in scope or does not change the intent as presented originally by the National Board. This can be done by a national delegate making a motion to amend…
Read More »Why do we use the single slate?
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:…
Read More »What does a “single slate” mean?
A single slate means that the National Board Development Committee nominates only one person for each position. This is in contrast to presenting, for example, three candidates to choose from for each position. Source: 2017 Board Slate Frequently…
Read More »Do national delegates vote on the slate as a whole or one candidate at a time?
If there is only one nominee for each position to be elected, then in accordance with the GSUSA Constitution, Article XII, Section 12, the nominees are elected by acclamation, which means the presiding officer declares all the nominees…
Read More »How can a volunteer submit a proposal?
Proposals can only originate from the National Board of Directors and local councils, and proposals from a local council must be approved by that council’s board of directors. Therefore, the best way for a volunteer to submit a…
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