Our brand-new Annual Report marks an important milestone for GFS – our 150th year. That’s 150 years of supporting girls and young women across England and Wales to build the confidence and resilience they need to be themselves and take … Continued
In March the GFS Board of Trustees appointed five new brilliant women to help guide and support our organisation in to build a better more equal world for girls and young women. We are pleased to share with you a little about each … Continued
Over the past year, Girls Friendly Society has done something extraordinary. Together with girls, volunteers, supporters and partners across the UK and beyond, we created what is believed to be the world’s longest friendship bracelet and officially smashed the previous world record. As part of our 150th … Continued
March marks Women’s History Month, from now into the run up for International Women’s Day on 8 March, we’ll see the same infographics and statistics we see about women’s rights year after year: …And that’s just the tip of the … Continued
Have you ever stayed silent while burning on the inside to speak? Felt a fierce disagreement rise up, only to swallow it so as not to rock the boat? Raised your hand, then slowly lowered it again — oh no, … Continued
As you know 2025 has been a BIG year for us! We spent 2025 partying and working hard to craft the World’s Longest Friendship Bracelet – all to celebrate our 150th anniversary! At GFS, we know how amazing girls can be, and for International Women’s Day, we want to … Continued
When I was growing up in County Durham, I was the girl who always had her hand up. Always had something to say. Always had an idea, a question, a feeling that needed words. And I quickly learned that this … Continued
For the first time ever, GFS has bagged a place in the world-famous London Marathon, and after much deliberation, we’re delighted to introduce our runner – South East London marketer, freelance writer, and GFS Mile End volunteer, Izzy Johnson! When … Continued
We’re excited to welcome 12 new Wonderful Women to the GFS Ambassadors network! Our newest Ambassadors are talented women working in sectors ranging from leadership coaching to gaming. GFS Ambassadors are extraordinary women who bring their different backgrounds and experiences … Continued
We’re delighted to announce our new Chair of the Board of Trustees has been appointed! Our new Chair, Michelle Corrigan, comes to GFS with extensive experience in executive leadership, nonprofit governance, and system change. Upon her appointment, Michelle said: “I’m … Continued