a majority of Girls State staff members announced during a closing ceremony that they were stepping down and would not be returning.)
According to a press release from Girls State, the majority of the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Arkansas Girls State 2026 session counselors have resigned, citing allegations of “body shaming,” “misogyny,” and other complaints against those in charge of the program.
According to the press release, 74 out of 78 counselors submitted their resignations and are now calling for reform in the program and its leadership…