Women's Day Patch

Want to celebrate International Women's Day with your Girl Scout or your troop? Try the 10 activities below. 

Research Inspiring Women: Encourage girls to research and learn about inspiring women from different countries and cultures who have made significant contributions to history, science, arts, and social justice.

Create Biographies or Presentations: Have girls choose a woman they admire and create a biography or presentation about her life and achievements. They can share their findings with their troop or family members.

International Women's Day Artwork: Provide art supplies and encourage girls to create artwork that celebrates International Women's Day. They can draw or paint portraits of inspiring women or create posters with empowering messages.

Write Letters to Female Role Models: Have girls write letters to female role models in their lives, such as family members, teachers, or community leaders, expressing appreciation for their contributions and accomplishments.

Host an In-Person or Virtual Women's Day Celebration: Organize a celebration on International Women's Day where girls can share stories, poems, or performances celebrating the achievements of women around the world.

International Women's Day Book Club: Start an International Women's Day book club where girls read and discuss books written by or about women. Choose books that celebrate diversity and showcase different perspectives and experiences.

Cook International Cuisine: Explore international cuisine by cooking dishes from different countries and regions led by influential women chefs. Girls can learn about culinary traditions while celebrating the diversity of women's contributions to food culture.

Community Service Project: Plan a community service project that benefits women or girls in need. This could involve collecting donations for women's shelters, organizing a clothing drive, or volunteering at a local nonprofit organization.

International Women's Day Virtual Panel: Arrange for a virtual panel discussion featuring female guest speakers from various fields and backgrounds. Girls can listen to their stories, ask questions, and gain insights into different career paths and opportunities for women.

Documentary Screening and Discussion: Watch documentaries or films that highlight the stories of remarkable women who have made significant contributions to society. Afterward, facilitate a discussion to reflect on the themes and lessons learned.