Delran Girl Scouts Learn Environmental Stewardship Through American Water Partnership

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Delran Girl Scouts Learn Environmental Stewardship Through

American Water Partnership

 

Cherry Hill, New Jersey (September 7, 2023) - Last week, the Delran Girl Scout Brownies of Troop 27845 were hosted by New Jersey American Water for a unique program at the Delaware River Regional Water Treatment Plant. This program was made possible through the efforts of American Water’s WE CAN (Women Empowerment Champion and Ally Network) Employee Business Resource Group. Through this program, American Water and the members of WE CAN want to inspire young girls to learn more about water sources in their community and feel confident exploring careers in the water industry.

American Water WE CAN groups in Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia hosted similar water treatment plant tours and educational programs as well. The program’s launch was timed to correspond with Women's Equality Day, celebrated in the United States on August 26 to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution. This Amendment prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the right to vote to citizens of the United States based on sex.

The Brownies of Troop 27845 were particularly eager to continue learning about water as they recently completed the Girl Scout Wonders of Water Journey. The Wonders of Water Journey is a program within Girl Scouts that focuses on teaching Brownie-level (typically second and third-graders) Girl Scouts about the importance of water, its conservation, and its role in their lives and the world around them.

The Delaware River Regional Water Treatment Plant program was designed to give the Brownies an up-close look at the water treatment process. The Brownies learned about the different stages of the process, from the intake of raw water to the finished product. They also learned about the jobs of the people who treat and test the water, the importance of water conservation, and the impact of water pollution on the environment.

“We are so proud of the Brownies of Troop 27845 for taking the initiative to learn more about water and the environment,” said Priscilla Galligani, WE CAN Community Committee Lead, American Water. “We hope that this program will inspire more young girls to explore careers in the water industry and become environmental stewards.”

New Jersey American Water’s Senior Director of Communications and External Affairs, Denise Venuti Free, echoed Galligani’s sentiments. “We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to host the Brownies of Troop 27845 and to provide them with an educational experience that will stay with them for years to come,” said Venuti Free. “We are committed to inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards and are proud to have been a part of this program.”

The Girl Scouts were also encouraged to take action in their communities by implementing water conservation projects or raising awareness about water-related issues. This promotes a sense of social responsibility and empowerment.

“Engaging in activities and projects related to water conservation and environmental protection can boost Girl Scouts' self-confidence as they see the positive impact they can have on their communities,” says Ginny Hill, CEO of Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey.

 

About the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey

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About American Water
With a history dating back to 1886, American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs approximately 6,500 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and regulated-like drinking water and wastewater services to an estimated 14 million people in 24 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and diversityataw.com. Follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Photo Courtesy:  Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ

Troop 27845 Pictured:  Nichole O'Hanlan and Kathryn Hernandez, Troop Leaders.  Girl Scout Brownies:  Cassidy O., Aubree H., Hannah H., Sofie H., Maggie O., Mackenzie M., Hailey M., Kylie C., Ava A., and Alison B.

Adults left to right: American Water WE CAN members Denise Venuti Free, Priscilla Galligani, Lori Sutton, Ginny Hill, CEO of Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ, Krista Citron, Cheryl DiSanti, Charles “Trip” Barton, Nicole Boyd, and Brenda Davis.

 

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