From September you will be able to make a measurable difference to the world you live in with any one of 19 ready-made projects.

Girlguiding UK has partnered 18 partner charities and our guiding friends in Girlguiding UK’s Branch Associations to develop 19 unique and exciting ways for you to take action in your local community. All of the projects raise awareness of an issue and then enable you to either take direct action by getting your hands dirty and doing something yourself, or by giving you ideas on how to make measurable amounts of money for specific projects.

Most importantly the projects are all fun and different so they give you the opportunity to try new things while making a positive impact on the world. 

In September all Leaders will receive a catalogue of projects in guiding magazine and a poster to help members pick a project. You will also be able to pick projects through an online catalogue and a brand new Changing the World website.

You can take part in any of the projects although some are more suitable for Senior Section members including:

• adopting your local Save the Children Charity Shop
• running your own HIV/AIDS awareness campaign for UNICEF
• or starting up your own business with The Barnardo’s BIS.

Whichever project you choose there is a ready-made activity pack to tell you exactly how to take part and what to do.

These are also opportunities to help you achieve elements of the Senior Section programme including the Queen's Guide Award and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

If you wanted to get started early, why not check out our partner organisations and find out more about their important work.

Or email Changingtheworld@girlguiding.org.uk .