GFS were proud to exhibit at this year’s Women of The World Festival (WOW), held at London’s Southbank Centre. Our stall was visited by many potential volunteers, as well as women and organisations who wanted to find out more and … Continued
March has seen two new branches start up in London – one in Hackney and one in Brixton – along with launch days to celebrate! Hackney Many attended the launch day at Redmond Community Centre, which coincided with International Women’s … Continued
Girls Friendly Society’s new Hackney-based branch, launching on Wednesday 8th March, offers opportunities for girls aged 5-11 to meet new friends and take part in fun activities. Led by volunteer Caira Burke, Girls Friendly Society is hosting a launch event … Continued
Thank you to everyone who sent us a Christmas card design this year – we’ve received 74 entries in total through our letterbox! After much discussion and thought, we’re pleased to announce the winners and runners up for this year’s … Continued
A gender gap in some aspects of well-being has opened up in recent years, with girls becoming increasingly unhappy with their lives overall and with their appearance. As girls get older, they are more likely than boys to experience emotional … Continued
Back in September, we asked for young GFS women to step forward and apply to represent England and Wales at GFS World Council 2017. Applications for GFS Junior Delegate closed in October, and having completed the selection process, we’re happy … Continued
During October, the young women of GFS Great Yarmouth showcased their artwork in a week-long exhibition. The project started out life as GFS and Mind’s art and craft group CREATE. The young women took casts of a mannequin using ModRoc … Continued
Calling all creatives! We’re looking for a new and exciting design to feature on our GFS Christmas card this year – and what better way to do this than to have it designed by one of our very own GFS … Continued
We’d like to say a huge thank you and farewell to leaders Hilda Stafford and Wendy Billington who have been involved with GFS for over 60 years. Hilda and Wendy were both there when the GFS Pilling Branch first started … Continued
Last weekend saw Girls Friendly Society volunteers and staff from around England and Wales come together for GFS’ annual training weekend in Derbyshire. The weekend included workshops and activities based around the self-esteem and reflection spaces for young people, child … Continued