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AGES 6-12 YEARS

GirlSPACE is currently cancelled and looking at a virtual platform due to COVID-19.

 Autism Ontario has reached out with helpful resources for families living with individuals on the Autism Spectrum during this time. These resources include caregiver tips, mental health support and fun activities.

This list of resources is bilingual and will be updated daily. As they gather more resources, they hope to add Indigenous and Cultural sections to this list as well.

LINK TO THEIR RESOURCES HERE

GirlSPACE is an evening after school program for girls ages 6-12, which focuses on developing girls’ skills, abilities and self esteem.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

Programs run though out the school year from September to June in a series of 4-week sessions full of fun games, crafts, and activities. It enable girls to forge relationships with peer role models while exploring topics, which are educational, fun and empowering! Topics include bullying, body image & self-esteem, sports, physical activity & nutrition, stress management, and leadership & community action.

Sessions: Wednesdays 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: Girls Inc. office 1- 398 Bayly St. West Ajax

Fee: $25 per month for members*
$40 per month for non-members*

*membership fee is $55 single /$70 family and gives you discounts on all program registration

GirlSPACE flyer 2020

For more information contact Heather Buckner, Program Facilitator 905-428-8111 ext 223 hbuckner@durham.girls-inc.org

Girls Inc. Bill of rights

Although the times and programs have changed, Girls Inc. always has been, and always will be, all about the girls. With a continued commitment and dedication to making a measurable and lasting difference, Girls Inc. is a strong advocate for girls and honors the Girls Inc. Girls Bill of Rights. View Bill of Rights PDF

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Girls have the right to be themselves and to resist stereotypes.

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Girls have the right to express themselves with originality and enthusiasm.

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Girls have the right to take risks, to strive freely, and to take pride in success.

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Girls have the right to accept and appreciate their bodies.

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Girls have the right to have confidence in themselves and to be safe in the world.

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Girls have the right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.

I struggled internally for a long time, but through Girls Inc. I learned that my body is a resource, not an object. I began to love and embrace my body.

Briseida