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Could you be Chair of our Board of Trustees?
13 Oct 2020

Could you be Chair of our Board of Trustees?

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

It is with sadness that we approach the time to bid farewell to our Chair of Trustees, Iana Vidal. Over the past six years, Iana has supported the organisation through a period of great change and modernisation and we are … Continued

GFS announces Legal & General partnership
11 Oct 2020

GFS announces Legal & General partnership

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

In celebration of International Day of the Girl 2020, we are thrilled to announce that GFS has a new partner! As part of their corporate commitment to helping to build an inclusive society, Legal & General has partnered with us … Continued

partnership, L&G, gender equality, gender justice, corporate funding, funding, CSR, corporate partner, legal and general
Virtual term pack to support online delivery
15 Sep 2020

Virtual term pack to support online delivery

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: Portal | 0

We know how much of a new skill it has been to develop activities to deliver in Zoom sessions. We’ve loved seeing your ideas and the way girls have reacted to them. However, we appreciate that some support is needed to … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Celebration Week
29 Jul 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Celebration Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

We have come to the end of another year of GFS – it wasn’t exactly the year anyone had been expecting, but it was certainly one to remember. We have so enjoyed sharing our weekly activities with you and want … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Sports Day
14 Jul 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Sports Day

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

Many children have missed out on so much in the past few months, and one of our girls’ favourite events of the year is always sports day. Here, we’ve created a range of activities that will let you throw a … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Children’s Art Week
2 Jul 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Children’s Art Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

This week we are celebrating Children’s Art Week. This national event has three themes of nature, connecting across generations and creative writing and literacy. The benefits of art (for adults and children) are endless. It can give us a way … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Reporters Week
17 Jun 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Reporters Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

The way women and women’s stories are handled in the news often leaves a lot to be desired. Many outlets can be sexist, victim blaming and objectifying. The best way to change the way our stories are viewed is to … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Explorers Week
3 Jun 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Explorers Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

Just because we can’t leave the country right now, doesn’t mean we can’t dream! And with the right attitude, there’s plenty to explore, right in our own communities. Adventure is everywhere, so bring your bravest attitude and every ounce of … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Gardening Week
19 May 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Gardening Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

It’s time to get your hands dirty to celebrate National Children’s Gardening Month. We’ve got a range of green fingered activities, most of which are suitable even if you don’t have a garden! Be creative – make your own bottle … Continued

GFS lockdown activities – Engineering Week
12 May 2020

GFS lockdown activities – Engineering Week

by Linsey McFadden | posted in: News | 0

Engineering sounds like an intimidating thing to start getting interested in, but really all it means is taking an interest in how things work. These activities are fun for all children, but are particularly useful for girls. A lack of … Continued

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