Less than 1 percent of the Fortune 500 CEOs and only 7 percent of federal elected officials are female. Though there is a great need for more female leadership in the U.S., only 21 percent of girls believe they have most of the qualities required to be a good leader, according to the Girl Scout Research Institute.

Girl Scouts is addressing the need for female leadership by providing leadership-development experiences for all girls in kindergarten through 12th grade. Through Girl Scouts, girls have the opportunity to discover their own potential, connect with their community and take action to make the world a better place, said Cheryl Lowe, public relations specialist for Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Registration coincides with the beginning of a new school year.

For information or to become a Girl Scout leader, visit www.gsctx.org or phone (800) 733-0011.