Why Attend?
Because Your Future Starts Here.
Buckeye Girls State isn’t just a week-long program—it’s a launchpad. This nationally recognized experience has helped shape the paths of countless remarkable women, including:
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Former Texas Governor Ann Richards
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Miss USA Terri Utley
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Newscaster Jane Pauley
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Country music artist Janie Fricke
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Television host Leeza Gibbons
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Brigadier General Sharla Cook
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U.S. Congresswoman Jennifer Dunn
Delegates also gain access to exclusive honors, awards, and scholarships—including opportunities with Girls Nation, the U.S. Senate Youth Program, the Samsung Scholarship, and the Buckeye Girls State Endowment Scholarship.
"It was an intensely rewarding week and I'm sure with its prestige and my new leadership knowledge, many more doors will open for me."
Ohio Girls State
Buckeye Girls State, proudly sponsored by the Ohio American Legion Auxiliary, is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for young women in Ohio to step into the world of leadership and civic engagement. This immersive, week-long experience brings the workings of city, county, and state government to life—giving Delegates more hands-on knowledge than most will gain in an entire semester of school.
At Buckeye Girls State, you won't just learn about government—you'll live it. From campaigning and debating to running for office and passing legislation, you'll build confidence, make lasting friendships, and uncover your own potential as a future leader.
Recognized by organizations like Freedom’s Foundation at Valley Forge and the National Association of Secondary School Principals, this program continues to inspire and empower generations of young women across Ohio.
If you would like to cosponsor a Delegate, serve on the staff or need more information about the program, contact:
Michelle Cossman or email Auxiliary at 194aux@joebarr194.org.
