58th National Council Session & Girl Scouts Unite
The 58th National Council Session (NCS) will take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, from July 20–22, 2026.
NCS is the business meeting where delegates from every council across the nation and from USA Girl Scouts Overseas meet to discuss, debate, and vote on issues important to the Girl Scout Movement and elect national leaders for the next triennium. It’s democracy in action, as girl delegates vote alongside adult delegates and have a direct voice in shaping the future of Girl Scouts.
Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital is our host council. We are grateful for their hospitality and support in preparing for and carrying out this important event for our Movement.
Following NCS, the Girl Scouts Unite event will also take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Join us as we celebrate all the ways that Girls Make History.
Girl Scouts have transformed—and continue to transform—our country. We planted victory gardens during World War II and marched for civil rights. We launch new businesses and advocate for the issues we care about. We dream big. We spark change. We lead the way! There’s no better time and place to celebrate the incredible impact of Girl Scouts than on the 250th anniversary of the U.S. in our nation’s capital.
At the Girl Scouts Unite event, you’ll:
- hear from inspiring speakers, like Space Gal Emily Calandrelli
- meet Girl Scout book authors Sayantani DasGupta and Yamile Saied Méndez
- experience interactive workshops and live performances
- meet girls who are taking action in their communities
- learn about trailblazers and barrier-breakers from past generations
- venture around the city for events and exhibits commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S.
Together, we’ll make friends, make memories, and make a difference. It’s a weekend you’ll remember forever.
We’ll see you July 23–25 with more than 10,000 Girl Scout community members and supporters. WhenGirl Scouts unite, anything is possible!
