Choose your pathway
Returning for the 2025-2026 Cohort year, applicants can choose one from one of two pathways for their Leadership Institute experience: the Exploration Path or the Changemakers Path. Applications for Leadership Institute Cohort 2026 will open on August 1st, 2025.
Exploration Path
Are you an inspiring community leader ready to explore new opportunities and build your skills? The Exploration Path offers Girl Scouts a unique opportunity to boost their leadership expertise and gain valuable insights into college and career paths.
The Exploration Path allows you to choose the events that best fit your interests:
- Visit college campuses
- Attend special GIrl Scouts events
- Attend impactful career panels and career orientated workshops
Start developing your leadership potential now—whether you attend one event or all, you’ll be taking steps toward discovering new opportunities and refining your skills.
Enjoy the freedom to attend any number of events, with no set requirements or commitment fees. Each event is priced starting at $5+.
