Last night two of our London groups, GFS Leytonstone and GFS Hackney, joined Saracens women’s rugby’s team training night, thanks to an invitation from our corporate partner, Enstar. We even invited girls from the under 12’s at the local rugby … Continued
This spring, we’re pleased to be in the spotlight, thanks to Childrensalon and Claire Ptak. In her recent interview, acclaimed celebrity cake baker and food writer Claire Ptak talks about modern motherhood, bringing up girls, and how fostering their confidence … Continued
After several years working in the care sector, I decided I wanted a change. I spent a good few months looking for a charity that aligned with my own personal values. That’s when I found GFS, a feminist charity with … Continued
Every year we measure our success and impact in different ways. One of the ways in which we do this is with our Annual Impact Report. Like the year preceeding it, last year was a very unique year. 21/22 was … Continued
Have you ever heard your friends or co-workers buzzing about taking part in a challenge event? At first, you might find yourself asking why they want to spend hours running that far. But as you hear them talk more on … Continued
At GFS we’re tremendously lucky to have many fantastic, dedicated volunteers in our community. Many of our volunteers have been with us for decades, guiding countless girls through challenges while supporting them to become confident young women. We’re thankful to … Continued
This week marks 20 years of GFS Pittington, and 20 years with their outstanding group leader, Jaci Dooley. Jaci has been built a positive environment, in which she also maintains great relationships with the girls and their parents alike. Jaci … Continued
Five years ago on International Women’s Day we launched GFS Hackney. Today, the now buzzing London group had many girls reaching their age threshold. But getting older doesn’t mean they should lose access to such an important space. So, we … Continued
International Women’s Day 2023 is fast approaching, and this year’s theme of embracing equity is a great one. But the word ‘equity’ is still much less known and used than the phrase, ‘equality.’ In fact, you could say that … Continued
In 2020/21, the UK Government, with the backing of the Duchess of Cambridge, conducted a UK-wide study of children’s experiences. The Big Ask asked children and young people about a variety of elements of their day-today lives, their self-perception and … Continued