World Thinking Day has been celebrated by Girl Guides and Girl Scouts across the world since 1926. It is observed as a day of international friendship and is an opportunity to speak out on issues that affect girls and young women. World Thinking Day remains one of the most important dates in the guiding calendar, and every year the theme of the event encourages members to think about the big issues affecting them and their global community. World Thinking Days have tackled the subjects of poverty, gender inequality, environmental sustainability and access to education.

Where can I read more? To read more about World Thinking Day, you can visit the Girl Guiding UK website here.

Links to activities and resources: The World Thinking Day Activity pack is hosted on the digital platform Campfire here. It will give you the chance to reflect on the symbolism and values of World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) and explore what it has meant to be a Girl Guide and Girl Scout over the years. You will be travelling into the past, exploring present-day, and looking towards the future. You can download the resource for free here.

BBC Newsround has an article on World Thinking Day which is suitable to share with primary age children. You can access the article here.