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MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS

march 13th to 17th 2023

We are excited to announce we will be offering 2 locations for in person March Break camp for girls this break!

March Break Flyer 2023

Space is Limited so register early*

CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION

To register over the phone please call 905-428-8111 extension 223 or email Heather Buckner at hbuckner@durham.girls-inc.org

Member Price is $140.00/ week or Non-member Price is $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