Choose an inclusion & diversity topic for more information
Disabilities & long term conditions
Below are a series of links to the Girlguiding website which will help you support girls and adult members if they have a disability or long term illness
How we support disabled members
We make sure that disabled girls and girls with long-term conditions can experience the fun and friendship of guiding.
Disability and Guiding
How to remove potential barriers for disabled members so they can participate in guiding activities
Making adjustments
Making adjustments means more girls and volunteers can take part in our activities
Adapting games and activities
Hints and tips to help members adapt games and activities to include girls of all abilities
Adapting qualifications
Make changes to qualifications to be inclusive while getting people to demonstrate the same skills
Inclusive risk assessments
Make sure your risk assessments cover all members – including those with additional needs
Where to go for more support
Many charities can provide expert advice and guidance on supporting disabled people and those with long-term conditions.
Inclusive communication
How to make sure you communicate clearly with members with additional needs
Using our communication passports
Help young people with autism or learning disabilities to show you what support they need
Signing the promise
Learn to sign the Promise in British Sign Language and Makaton