Nathan wrote:The Scouting movement in the UK also admit girls as Scouts, the Guides however do not admit boys. The members of both groups voted and it would seem the boys were far more liberal than the girls
When eldest my daughter was approaching the age to join Rainbows (the youngest stage in the Guide Movement) I approached the local District... to be told there was a 2 1/2 year waiting list, as there was a shortage of leaders! I enquired if it made any difference, given that I was willing to help. After a short pause, followed by a sharp intake of breath I was told "we do not have male leaders or helpers in the Guide Movement"
I approached the local Scout District, and daughter was invested into Beavers a few weeks later, and they are VERY grateful for my help!