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Starting a new unit

Everything you need to set up a new unit and bring the benefits of guiding to more girls

Give more girls the chance to join the adventure

When you set up a new unit, you open up a world of fun, friendship and adventure to even more girls. To help you get started, we’ve brought together everything you need to make your new unit a success.

New unit checklist

Break down your tasks into manageable sections and take it one step at a time

Establishing the need for a unit

How to assess the need for a new unit in your local community - and to conduct a mapping exercise

Meeting places and times

Choose the right venue and meeting time for the girls in your area when you open a new unit

Building your team

Pull together a fantastic team of volunteers to help your new unit run smoothly

First financial steps

Set up a bank account for your new unit, get to grips with subscriptions, and learn how to estimate costs

Start planning your programme

Start planning fun and varied activities for the unit

Start-up kit

Bring guiding to more girls with this brand new resource to help leaders set up new units