Sheila Thompson became a Brownie Guider in 1977 when the Guider of her daughter’s Pack left on maternity leave.  She loved the interaction with the girls and the programme on offer and so started a lifelong journey with the Girl Guides.  

Sheila feels that Guiding has given her far more than she ever expected: lasting friendships; travel to the UK and the Netherlands; as a Trainer, travel around South Africa, but above all seeing the positive impact Guiding has on girls and adults.

Over the years, she has held various portfolios: Cape West Regional Commissioner for 8 years; Board Member for Adult Training for 6 years; and currently she serves as the National President, with particular responsibilities for good governance, chairing the National Property Committee and chairing the annual National Council, the decision-making body of GIRL GUIDES South Africa.

With the Promise and Law as cornerstones, Girl Guides offers girls and youth opportunities through a dynamic and relevant programme that develops responsible citizens.