Newfoundland and
Labrador Council

Thinking Day



In 1926, World Association of Girl Guide and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) delegates from around the globe agreed that from then onward February 22 would be known as World Thinking Day, a special day for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts all over the world to think of each other and express their thanks and appreciation for our international Movement. The delegates chose February 22 as the date for World Thinking Day because it was the birthday of both Lord Baden-Powell, founder of the Boy Scout Movement, and his wife Olave, who was World Chief Guide.

Each year, Girl Guides and Girl Scouts around the world celebrate World Thinking Day by:

  • Learning about their international sisters in designated focus countries for the year
  • Doing fun and educational activities based around an advocacy theme for the year
  • Fundraising for the World Thinking Day Fund
  • Earning the World Thinking Day badge
Every year, World Thinking Day has a different theme based on an issue that affects girls and young women around the world. The themes offer a focus point for World Thinking Day activities and provide an opportunity for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts to learn about and take action on issues that are likely to matter to them. For each theme there is a publication with information and activities which both girls and leaders can enjoy.

To find out more about World Thinking Day, please visit the WAGGGS website.
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