Hello, I haven't been on here for ages and feel a bit bad for coming straight in to ask a favour - but it is important.
Girlguiding is running a diversity and inclusion audit and is inviting parents, leaders and Rangers to apply to join focus groups to discuss policy. The deadline to apply is 5PM TOMORROW, 30 JUNE.
This is unique opportunity to discuss gender identity. I don't think GGHQ has given more than a cursory glance at the potential risks of adopting gender self identification and the impact that has on D&I: what is the impact on lesbian members? Members with ASD? Girls who need or want guaranteed single sex accommodation? Is this policy putting off girls from communities already underrepresented in Guiding? How do girls with additional needs feel about the prospect of a male who identifies as a woman carrying out personal care?
Obviously I can't apply to join a focus group but if you know a parent or volunteer who would be willing to raise this issue, please send them this link:
https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/what-we-do/events-and-opportunities/event-and-opportunity-finder/help-us-make-girlguiding-a-more-equal-diverse-and-inclusive-community/?utmsource=twitter&utmmmedium=social-media&utmcontent=external&utmmcampaign=diversityaudit