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Transforming Leadership Conference
Mark your calendars!
Saturday,
November 2, 2024
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
University of
Maine, Orono
To all the changemakers, dreamers, and go-getters who attended the 16th annual Transforming Leadership Conference, thank you for bringing your energy, curiosity, and commitment to making the world a better place! From sparking new friendships to trying out new skills, we hope this experience inspired you and expanded your horizons while bringing plenty of fun.
We’d also like to thank those who brought friends to join the excitement. Our circle of inspiring leaders grows with each new friend, and we couldn’t do it without you.
We’re looking forward to seeing you at next year’s event. Save the date for November 8, 2025!
Workshops
Adult Workshops 
Youth Mental Health First Aid (4 hrs. 20 mins.)
Our youth, especially teen girls, have been experiencing increased mental health challenges in recent years. This certification course will help you recognize the signs & symptoms of mental health challenges and disorders so that you can help youth connect with the best support and services they need. This course requires online pre-work to be completed before you can participate. It will last for all four sessions.
Global Fest: World Thinking Day (3 hrs.)
Let's look at World Thinking Day through the lens of CultureFest!
Exploring Girl Scout Travel Opportunities (1 hr.)
Come learn about going places with Girl Scouts!
Supporting Girl Scouts: Highest Awards (1 hr.)
Your girls are powerful. How can you support them in their quest to make a difference in their community and earn Girl Scouts' highest awards?
Working with Every Girl Scout (1 hr.)
Discuss and practice some helpful techniques for creating space for every Girl Scout.
Handling Sensitive Topics (1 hr.)
When we humans feel comfortable, we open up. Good news: Girl Scouts often feel comfortable in their troop. Let's talk about how to handle sensitive topics.
Building a Culture of Invitation and Appreciation (1 hr.)
It's all we want: to be wanted and appreciated. Let's build a culture—in our troop, in our service unit, in all of Maine—where we do that for each other.
Intro to the Service Team (1 hr.)
Service teams are awesome! If you are curious about joining your local service team or curious about what other service teams are doing, join this workshop to learn more about this integral part of Girl Scouts of Maine and the rich volunteer experience of joining the team!
How to: Service Team Technology (1 hr.)
Learn about and practice using the technology tools that support service teams.
Managing Conflict (1 hr.)
Conflict happens, but the only bad conflict is the kind that isn't discussed and worked through. Let's practice discussing and managing conflict.
Getting Out with Maps & Orienteering (2 hrs. 10 mins.)
If you are planning a hike, a bike ride, or even a drive, you will be better prepared if you know how to read a map for ALL of the clues it offers. Learn about using a map and compass to find your way!
Getting Out with Knots, Lashing, and Tarps (2 hrs.)
Good knots are the ones you can tie AND untie, but great knots are the ones you can really use! Come learn lots of ways you can use knots for every day use and with lashing and tarps!
Outdoor Events for Older Girl Scouts (1 hr.)
Let's elevate basic outdoor life skills to challenging, fun, and practical situations for older Girl Scouts to dig into! Begin to plan opportunities to watch them become more confident individually and as a team.
FLoW: Facilitating Local Workshops (4 hrs. 20 mins.)
This course is for Adult Girl Scout members only. If you are interested in joining the GSME Learning Support Team to provide local leader workshops in your service unit or to help with our statewide required courses, this is the place to start. This course lasts for all four sessions.
Youth Workshops
CultureFest (1 hr.)
Attend a celebration of international foods, cultural exhibits, hands-on activities, and a style show during Umaine's CultureFest at the New Balance Recreation Center.
Amazing Race: UMaine (2 hrs)
Navigate UMaine in the ultimate walking adventure through the campus! Start your journey by learning how to read a map and then solve clues, visit the sites, and complete challenges-all while you learn important teamwork and navigation skills.
Adventure is Calling (1 hr.)
Whether you dream of spending the night at a museum, scoring seats to a Broadway play, or traveling to a whole different country, learn about all the cool national and international travel opportunities for Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors through GSUSA and GSME! What adventure is calling your name?
Stress Less (1 hr.)
Discover what causes you stress in your life and learn techniques including breath work, mental imagery and more to help you stress less!
In the Driver’s Seat (1 hr.)
Find out how engineers create vehicles that meet a set of criteria and explore how simple machines are combined to make a vehicle and then get a chance to practice simple maintenance that keep a car in top form.
Financing Your Dreams (1 hr.)
Personal finance doesn't have to be boring or scary! This workshop will transform how you think about money by examining your values, exploring your money habits, and discovering how to make a financial plan to save for whatever you dream of! You'll learn how set financial goals, ways to save money, and more from the pros!
First Aid 101 (1 hr.)
If you encountered an emergency medical situation when you were out and about, would you know what to do? Learn how to differentiate between minor and major injuries, how to evaluate the situation, how to call for help, and provide treatment.
Know Your Situation (1 hr.)
Staying safe in various situations is crucial in today's world. Learn practical strategies and enhanced awareness to navigate different situations safely. Discover how body language influences perception and can deter potential threats. Practice techniques to project confidence and assertiveness with Autumn Clifford, founder of ‘She’s An Asset’.
Through Your Eyes (1 hr.)
Hone your artistic skills and find out how to use different camera techniques to capture your vision of the world in photographs. Participants will need a device with a camera.
Dance Exploration (1 hr.)
Explore the world of dance and find the dancer inside of you! Learn fun warm-ups, perform steps from new dances, and make a dance of your very own.
Printovation: 3D Printing (1 hr.)
Did you know UMaine created the first 100% bio-based 3D-printed house? Discover the science behind 3D printing, its uses, and what the future holds for 3D printing. Even try creating your own simple project with the UMaine 3D Print Club!
Cybersense (1 hr.)
Learn about your digital footprint, how it's used to target you, and how you can keep yourself secure online. Then solve a series of fictional cyber crimes using what you know about cybersecurity with UMaine Cybersecurity Team!
MEdia (1 hr.)
Discover the skills, platforms, and tools needed to effectively promote your values and experiences in a creative and positive way both on and off line.
Robotics (1 hr.)
Learn how robots are built and how they're used for everyday purposes.
Textile Artistry (1 hr.)
When you see all the colors and textures of fabrics and yarns, do you dream up a million things to do with them? Learn the basics of textile art and get ready to turn those visions into reality!
Thank you to our conference sponsor!
