2011 – Junior Aide Award

Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge

Released in 2011 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. The Junior page has information on when all badges were released. Image and requirements changed in 2025. (See Retired Information.)

What is this badge about?

Support a younger group by observing a meeting, assisting in another with the leader’s help, and then planning and leading your own activity that keeps everyone engaged and included.

Choose your own activities!

~~Activity List~~ (Not Available Yet)

Our Summary* of requirements:

Join a group meeting to learn members’ names and interests, observe which activities excite them and how the leader supports the group, then make a list of ways you could help next time.
Assist with a meeting by first planning with the group’s leader, then preparing for your role and materials, and finally helping with activities during the meeting with flexibility and care.
Plan and lead an activity by choosing something you enjoy, preparing materials and simple steps with approval from the leader, and guiding your group through the activity with clear communication and encouragement.

_{^{* – This summary is based off the GSUSA description.}}

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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?

None Currently Available

Click to Expand → All Known Meeting Plans and Resource Links

Meeting Plans

None Currently Available

Other Resources

No link to Scouts Honor Wiki

What is a good way to earn the badge at home?

None Currently Available

Click to Expand → All Known At Home Plans

At Home Plans

None Currently Available

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GSUSA Information and Details

Three requirements are needed to complete this award:

Observe a meeting
Assist with a meeting
Plan and lead an activity

Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources

Junior Aide: Action Plan | Volunteer Guide

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GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 1 Meeting – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders
Girl Scout Promise and Law by GSUSA
Junior Aide Plan by GSUSA

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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?

Learn about the Multi-level GSUSA 2011 Leadership Awards.

Where does this go on the Uniform?

This is a Leadership pin and goes under the bridging badge, in front or above the standard pins – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it or sash placement.

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