Adult Members in Guiding

Open to women 18 and over

View our various Adult Membership options below, and if you feel that one of these appeals to you, contact us today!

There are so many different roles to choose from in Guiding – you can work with girls and young women or as a support to those working with our Youth Members.

Guides provides you with the opportunity to experience:

  • a sense of belonging as part of a global community of Guides and Guide Leaders
  • connection, friendship, and a chance to grow your network
  • new personal challenges, skills, and experiences being a role model for girls and young women
  • being part of positive change in your community
  • an opportunity to create a space where girls can be who they want to be

We offer a free national online learning program called E-Guiding which provides essential training to support volunteers on a leadership journey if they choose.

Adult members pay an annual membership fee and must have a valid Blue Card and National Police Check prior to working with youth members.

Adult Member

  • holds a compliant Blue Card and National Police Check.
  • must complete the CSCF-Adults in Guiding E-Guiding module.
  • is a State Girl Guide Member and wears the uniform.
  • is committed to the principles of Guiding, the Promise and Law and Code of Conduct.
  • Reports to the Unit Leader.
Unit Helper

The role in brief:

  • holds a compliant Blue Card, National Police Check.
  • must complete the CSCF-Adults in Guiding E-Guiding module.
  • is a State Girl Guide Member and wears the uniform.
  • contributes to the delivery of a high-quality Australian Guide Program (AGP) to youth Members in a safe environment.
  • is committed to the principles of Guiding, the Promise and Law and Code of Conduct.
  • supports the Unit Leadership Team by sharing skills and knowledge and contributing to the Unit program by supporting and encouraging youth Members progress in the Australian Guide Program.
  • reports to the Unit Leader.


Unit Leader

The Leadership role in brief:

  • holds a compliant Blue Card, National Police Check, and a current First Aid/CPR
  • has a Guides Leadership Qualification in Unit Leadership.
  • must complete both the CSCF-Adults in Guiding and CSCF -Leaders and Managers E-Guiding modules.
  • is a State Girl Guide Member and wears the uniform.
  • provides effective leadership of the Unit to deliver a high-quality Australian Guide Program (AGP) to youth members in a safe environment.
  • works with the Unit Leadership Team and is committed to the principles of Guiding, the Promise and Law, Code of Conduct, and promotes Guiding in the community.
  • manages the Unit and administration of the Unit and takes responsibility and accountability of all activities involving the Unit.
  • is responsible for the health and safety, including social media, of all members within the Unit.
  • provides opportunities for youth to develop and use leadership skills, facilitates self-government in the Unit, develops and implements an effective program with youth members and encourages and supports other adults to become involved.
  • reports to the District Manager.
District Manager

The Leadership role in brief:

  • holds a compliant Blue Card, National Police Check, and current First Aid.
  • has a Guides Management Qualification as a District Manage.
  • must complete both the CSCF-Adults in Guiding and CSCF - Leaders and Managers E-Guiding modules.
  • is a State Girl Guide member and wears the uniform.
  • provides effective management and leadership of the Guiding District including administration and the health and safety of all Members within the District (this includes social media).
  • ensures successful leadership of adult leaders and managers enabling the delivery of a high-quality Australian Guide Program (AGP) in a safe environment.
  • is committed to the principles of Guiding, the Promise and Law and Code of Conduct.
  • has highly developed people skills including the ability to work collaboratively with others and to bring out the best in them.
  • actively encourages delivery of the AGP, facilitate sharing between Units, keep up to date with WAGGGS and take up opportunities to partake in Unit activities.
  • promotes Guiding in the community, organise, attend, and support community events, support Unit Leadership Teams.
  • reports to the Region Manager.
Region Manager

The Leadership role in brief:

  • holds a compliant Blue Card, National Police Check, and current First Aid.
  • has a Guides Management Qualification as a Region Manager.
  • must complete both the CSCF-Adults in Guiding and CSCF -Leaders and Managers E-Guiding modules.
  • is a State Girl Guide member and wears the uniform.
  • provides support, guidance, feedback, and motivation to ensure a focus on the importance of delivery of the Australian Guide Program (AGP).
  • promotes and models the GGA Promise and Guide Law and the GGA Code of Conduct within Guiding and the wider community.
  • builds and maintains positive relationships throughout the Region.
  • monitors social media of the Region and participates in making sure that style and language are in keeping with GGA policies and branding.
  • demonstrates proactive management of the Region budget, accurate records of meetings, correspondence, and finances.
  • reports to the State Commissioner.

Olaves
Aged 18 to 29

The Olave Program is underpinned by the Guide Promise and Law and the innovations and traditions of Australian Guiding. It is a non-formal flexible framework that supports young women to engage with their community, undertake adventures, and grow through self-development. Facilitated by peer leaders and informal mentors, the program enables young women to be empowered decision-makers within their world.

Organised into peer groups young women can decide how to engage in the program, in a way that works for them. Some peer groups meet monthly, while others meet at events or around particular activities of interest. Olaves can be Members of multiple peer groups and can also participate independently. Some Olaves may choose to be an Adult Volunteer as well, while others solely enjoy the rich experiences and opportunities the Olave Program offers them.

Alternatively, members can participate and represent Guiding and young women as an individual in local, State or National events.


The peak achievement award is the Olave Baden-Powell Award.


Olave members pay the adult annual membership fee and:

    The Trefoil Guild
    open to women 18 and over

    If your time for regular Guiding is limited because of study, training, career, family or other responsibilities and you wish to keep your link with Guiding, then Trefoil Guild may be just the fit for you!

    Trefoil Guild links members with Guide Leaders, Commissioners and Support Group members, women members of the Scout Association, and women who have made the Guide Promise. 'Dual Trefoil Guild Members' are women who hold qualifications or appointments with Girl Guides Queensland or the Scout Association or are active Support Group/District Support Team members who have made the Guide Promise. Former members of member countries of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) now residing in Australia are also able to join Trefoil Guild.

    Trefoil Guild members pay the Trefoil annual membership fee and:

    • Hold a compliant Blue Card and National Police Check.
    • Must complete the CSCF-Adults in Guiding E-Guiding module.
    • Is a State Girl Guide member.

    For inquiries, please contact the Qld Trefoil Guild Adviser via email: [email protected]

    Would you like to know more?

    Contact Girl Guides Queensland