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SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS

SPRING Break Camps Are finished for 2022 check back in February 2023 for next year camp info

We are excited to announce we will be offering an in person camp for girls this break!

Space is Limited so register early*

SPRING  BREAK – March 14th-18th  To register, email hbuckner@durham.girls-inc.org

CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION

March 14 to 18 Virtual member $55.00/ week or Non-member $75.00/ week

March 14-18 In Person Ajax $145.00/ week or Non-member $175.00/ week

*Subsidies are available to families in financial need.  For more information email Tracey McCannell, Director of Programming at tmccannell@durham.girls-inc.org or call 905 428-8111   extension 222 

We offer a safe nurturing environment with a high ratio of professionally trained program staff to girls daily from 9 am to 4 pm.  Affordable pricing and convenient locations.

Girls Inc. March Break camp offers unique “minds-on/hands-on” program for girls aged 6 to 12!  Activities, games, crafts, experiments, role playing and discussions address topics including: bullying, body image & self-esteem, sports, physical activity & nutrition, stress management, and leadership & community action.

Every day is something new from Girls Inc. signature programs!

Project BOLD: Girls learn fun self defense moves, build confidence and self-esteem, and address issues such as bullying.

Operation SMART: Girls have fun making gooey experiments, build rockets, play with bugs, and figure out how things work.

Sporting Chance: Girls play new and innovative games, develop sports-related skills, participate in daily physical activity, and learn about healthy food choices.

Media & Me: Girls tackle the influence of negative media messages and images, helping them think critically about what they see and hear, developing positive body image and self-esteem.

 

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