GA is a tradition in Southern Baptist churches. Since 1913 when GA was first organized, girls have been learning about missions, doing missions, praying for missionaries, and giving their money to support missions causes. The weekly meetings of Girls in Action are learning times.
Leaders use teaching materials prepared with the girls in mind.
Aware , the magazine for GA leaders, provides teaching plans for both younger and older girls. A wide variety of learning activities geared to the girls' developmental level make the weekly meeting a place where girls can have fun while learning. An optional, individual learning program called WorldVentures provides an opportunity for younger and older GAs to learn even more about missions. Many GAs enjoy working on WorldVentures and receiving recognition for their work.