For nearly two years, I have been volunteering as a Junior Leader at my local Girl Guide Unit. Each week, I assist in running sessions for the unit. Part of my role includes setting up and packing away, helping the girls with activities, and occasionally running activities.

Through my role as Junior Leader, I have had the opportunity to plan and run a session. I planned a quiz scavenger hunt relating to the badge they were working towards at the time. In my planning, I made a list of all the materials I would need to run the activity and made worksheets to go along with it. Even though the activity finished earlier than expected, I was able to adapt to the situation by getting some feedback to find out what they liked and disliked, and running a few games before the end of the session.

Through this position, I have been able to develop my leadership, public speaking, and organisational skills. I am looking forward to being able to be a role model to others and helping to plan and run activities.