GSEM 2023 Adult Recognition Handbook

Appreciation Award Pin The Appreciation Award Pin recognizes an individual’s exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience with impact on one geographic area of service. Criteria • The candidate was a registered Girl Scout member during the 2022-2023 Girl Scout year • The service performed by the candidate exceeded expectations and had a measurable impact on one or more geographical areas of service Examples of Candidate • A volunteer organized and led a Highest Award workshop for Juniors-Ambassadors, increasing girl engagement and participation in a district. • After noticing many leaders in the district were struggling with implementing the Journeys, a volunteer organized a Journey Workshop to help leaders get the most out of the experience. The Workshop made it easier for troops to incorporate Journeys into their troop activities and made the implementation of the Journeys run smoother. Procedure for Recommendation and Approval District Service Team members or any adult member recommends candidates to the District Manager. Once the award candidates are chosen, the District Manager completes the District Pin Approval Form online to indicate award approval. Appreciation Award Pins may then be purchased from the Girl Scout Shop by the District Manager or their representative. Recognitions may be presented at a district meeting or event.

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