Introduction
What a few months it has been for our OB-PS community! When I look at all we have accomplished together, I’m reminded that there really is something special about passionate people from around the world coming together for a shared purpose.
From the incredible generosity shown during WAGGGS Giving Day to supporting girls and young women through Growing & Learning, there is so much to celebrate. We’re also sharing an update on the funds raised for the Ukraine Appeal. Every gift, every conversation, every effort makes a difference. I’m so proud of what we are achieving together!
And we aren't slowing down anytime soon! Details of our 2027 OB-PS Event in Cape Town, South Africa, are now available on our website. With WAGGGS’ centenary just around the corner in 2028, we also have an exciting opportunity to help shape the next 100 years of Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting. How wonderful to be part of that story!
I am looking forward to bringing our OB-PS family together for our upcoming virtual celebrations on 19 and 20 November. It is always special to connect with members from around the world, share our stories, and celebrate what makes our community so unique. Your invitation will be arriving soon, so please keep an eye on your inbox.
Thank you for being such an important part of our OB-PS family. Your generosity, passion, and belief in the power of our Movement inspire me. I am incredibly grateful for all you do to help girls and young women around the world discover what they can do, find their voices, and shape the world around them.
Kaela Sáenz Oriti
President of the Olave Baden-Powell Society
World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts
OB-PS Event 20-23 October 2027
Cape Town, South Africa
Registration for the event and booking your hotel room will be shared in January 2027
In October 2027, we are heading to Cape Town, South Africa, and we would love for you to be part of it! Whether you’re a seasoned OB-PS Event attendee or thinking about joining us for the first time, Cape Town will be a wonderful opportunity to connect, learn, explore and celebrate our global Movement together.
Today, we are delighted to launch the Event website, where you can find all the information you need to start getting excited for your trip to South Africa next year. This website will be updated regularly as more parts of the programme are confirmed.
WAGGGS Giving Day: Together, We Raised £176,995!
On 7–8 October, the WAGGGS Movement joined together for 36 hours of celebration, connection and giving in support of girls and young women around the world.
Members of the Olave Baden-Powell Society played a critical role in this day, with over 200 out of 530 donors being Members of OB-PS! Thanks to your support, we have raised an amazing £176,995.
A huge thank you goes to you for helping bring this day to life throughout your networks, by sharing messages, stories and inspiring others to take part.
Growing & Learning: Thank You for Your Support
Thank you for supporting Light the Future 2026 and helping bring WAGGGS’ Growing & Learning programme to life. This week, Global Forum is taking place at Kusafiri, Ghana. The event is bringing together Member Organisations from across our global movement to share learning, build skills and strengthen opportunities for girls and young women.
Your generosity is helping make this work possible, and we’re excited to see Growing & Learning take its next steps!
Coming Soon: Make your Centenary Pledge
As part of Project 100, OB-PS's journey towards WAGGGS' centenary in 2028, we're preparing to launch the Centenary Pledge; an opportunity to celebrate 100 years of our Movement by committing to support its future across 2026, 2027 and 2028.
Together, we can help create more opportunities for girls and young women to discover their potential, find their voices and shape the world around them.
Look out for an email coming soon to find out more and discover how you can be part of our journey towards the next 100 years of Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting around the globe!
And there's something special to look forward to! Those who complete their Centenary Pledge in 2028 will receive an exclusive pin to celebrate their commitment to our Movement's next 100 years.
Ukraine Appeal: How Has Your Gift Helped?
Since the start of the appeal, WAGGGS have been able to support 7 Member Organisations and WAGGGS World Centre Our Chalet to deliver different projects supporting Girl Guides in Ukraine and Member Organisation (Association of Ukrainian Guides).
Your gifts have allowed projects to be delivered in Poland, Slovakia and Sweden.
The fund has also enabled members of Ukranian Guides (AGU) to attend different international events, such as the GSUSA convention, World Conference and the Swedish camp in 2022. Your gifts allowed a dedicated volunteer to work with AGU to deliver these different projects.
Thank you to all those who supported this appeal.