Tracy Foster

Girlguiding is the operating name of The Guide Association, a UK-based organization for girls and young women. It provides activities and programs focused on personal development, leadership, and community involvement. Girlguiding is in the news due to a recent policy change regarding the inclusion of transgender girls and young women. Following a Supreme Court ruling on gender earlier this year, Girlguiding sought legal advice and subsequently announced that trans girls and young women, and others not recorded female at birth, will no longer be able to join the organization as new young members. Current trans members can remain until September 6, 2026, after which they will have to leave. This decision has sparked controversy and debate about inclusivity and discrimination within youth organizations, making Girlguiding a subject of public discussion.