Fall 2024 Lead & Learn

Girl Scouts Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention (Mandatory for All Active Volunteers)

Level: All

Course Description : Child abuse and neglect are difficult subjects to think about, yet the prevention of abuse is a topic Girl Scouts takes very seriously. This training prepares supervising adults of Girl Scout youth to recognize, respond to, and report concerns of child abuse and neglect. Additionally, supervising adults will be empowered to prevent abuse by learning Girl Scout recommended practices, policies and procedures. Girl Scout practices, policies and procedures are proactive measures designed to prevent abusers from interacting with Girl Scouts to foster a safe space for children to thrive.

This course is mandatory for all GSEM volunteers.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Missouri Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training (Mandatory for All Active Volunteers)

Level: All

Course Description : Girl Scout volunteers and staff are considered mandated reporters in the state of Missouri. This course, provided by Missouri KidsFirst, explores how adults can identify and report child abuse and neglect to the Children’s Division of the Missouri Department of Social Services. Note that no cost registration with Missouri KidsFirst is required to access this two-hour course. Upload the completion certificate provided by Missouri KidsFirst to the final course module in gsLearn to receive credit for completion.

This course is mandatory for all GSEM volunteers.

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

Navigating Conflict with Confidence (GSUSA)

Level: All

Course Description : In this interactive course, volunteers will gain the skills to navigate challenging conversations to reach common ground with others (colleagues, volunteers, families, etc.) where emotions run high and positive outcomes are critical. The curriculum includes strategies to encourage a healthy mindset, recognize differences, and problem-solve, so that volunteers can confront and resolve conflict with confidence. This course consists of six modules ranging in length from 10 to 30 minutes (two hours total).

Course Access : Course available in the Content Library in gsLearn.

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