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Girl Scouts Deny Mosque-Based Islamic Programs, Say Optional

8/27/2026

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Girl Scouts of the USA denied running mosque-based Islamic programs, calling them optional.
GSUSA says it does not teach religion and has welcomed girls of all faiths for a century.
Islamic Committee on Girl Scouts provides booklets, medals and an “All About Islam” patch for Muslim scouts.
Natalie Winters reported mosque-based troops in California, Illinois, New York and Virginia offering Quran study, prayer and hijab.

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Story summary

Girl Scouts of the USA denied running mosque-based Islamic programs, calling them optional.
GSUSA says it does not teach religion and has welcomed girls of all faiths for a century.
Islamic Committee on Girl Scouts provides booklets, medals and an “All About Islam” patch for Muslim scouts.
Natalie Winters reported mosque-based troops in California, Illinois, New York and Virginia offering Quran study, prayer and hijab.