Boy Scouts Changing Name to ‘Scouting America’ On 5th Anniversary of Letting Girls Into Its Programs

The organization said the change reflects its ‘ongoing commitment to welcome every youth and family in America to experience the benefits of Scouting.’

A woman walks out of the Boy Scouts of America national headquarters building in Irving, Texas, on Nov. 1, 2019. AP Photo/LM Otero, File

The Boy Scouts of America has announced that it’s rebranding to Scouting America in the name of diversity and inclusion, as it emerges from bankruptcy following a flood of sexual abuse claims.

While the rebrand announcement comes on the fifth anniversary of allowing girls into its flagship boys-only program, the name change won’t go into effect until Feb. 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th anniversary.