Why resilience?
We asked girls how they feel when they’re not at GFS. Less than half of girls feel like they can always deal with problems, be brave and talk about their feelings. In fact, 12% of girls feel like they can … Continued
Why do we desperately need groups like GFS during times of crisis?
For many, The Cost of Living Crisis has forced them to choose between daily necessities such as food, sanitary products, clothing and gas and electric bills. But where does that leave children? Rising costs don’t change the fact that girls … Continued
Fun days connect GFS girls from around the country
In March, GFS took part in the The Big Give’s International Women’s Day fundraising campaign. Through our corporate and individual supporters, we were able to raise £10,000 to create opportunities to connect GFS girls. This month, we have been delighted … Continued
Summer fun for County Durham
While GFS groups typically run during school term, the need for the spaces we offer goes beyond the academic school year. This summer GFS was able to deliver summer sessions to our groups in County Durham, thanks to the generous … Continued
Announcing our new partners – global re/insurance group, Enstar
GFS is pleased to mark International Day of the Girl 2022 by announcing a new partnership with leading global re/insurance group, Enstar to provide opportunities for girls in the London Borough of Hackney. With Enstar’s support, GFS will open a … Continued
What’s it like to be a GFS Trustee?
GFS is an amazing organisation that empowers girls to be proud of who they are. A girl who believes in herself is a powerful catalyst for change, and GFS provides the support and structure needed to enable girls to thrive. … Continued
Our first ever New Years Card competition
We are inviting all GFS girls and young women aged 5-16 to submit their design for the official GFS Happy New Year Card. The winner will see their credited design printed on the cover of the card, which will be … Continued
Girls said it, so we’re doing it – let’s look at resilience!
We asked girls how they feel when they’re not at GFS. Less than half of girls feel like they can always deal with problems, be brave and talk about their feelings. In fact, 12% of girls feel like they can … Continued
Women in Art History: Breaking the Barriers
As with many other fields of work, women were often not recognised in art history, generally only celebrating the great works done by men. However, just because they are not recognised does not mean they do not exist! Recently, women … Continued
Girls aren’t made to fit GFS – we’re made to fit girls
I think competition has always brought out the worst in me. Some people find competition encourages them to challenge themselves in different ways, but it made me more anxious and less confident. While some may think every afterschool group for … Continued