The last European Conference was held in Brussels in 2010 and, as a member of the UK delegation, I felt privileged to gain insight into the operations of WAGGGS and WOSM. The Conference theme, 'No limit', encouraged us all to think big as we considered what our Region could achieve.
I was appointed International Commissioner in 2011 and since then have worked with a fantastic team on projects that aim to encourage and equip more UK members to travel overseas with guiding. We also build links with other WAGGGS Member Organisations to support their development and to give UK members the chance to benefit from being part of our very special worldwide movement.
I've been involved in guiding since I was a Brownie and my most recent role at a local level was as a Guide Leader in Wimbledon. I enjoy returning to my unit whenever I can - it's always a great boost to witness the Guides' energy and enthusiasm.
I work full-time as Head of Communications at the university Imperial College London. I'm very lucky that experiences in guiding have been great preparation for taking on international projects in my working life.
The strapline for the European Conference is 'Be Prepared, Be There, Be Berlin'. As we finalise our plans, the UK delegation is focusing on part one. I look forward very much to being there soon and understanding what's meant by 'Be Berlin'!
Marking a milestone at the 2011 WAGGGS World Conference in Edinburgh
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