Here Girls Can
Increasing girls' participation in physical activity
Here Girls Can is a movement which empowers girls to be more active and confident. We work directly with schools, organising festivals, training and other activities to:
- Change the perception of sport and physical activity among females and schools
- Facilitate the discovery and improve the accessibility of physical activity opportunities
- Promote positive mental health through association with physical activity
- Enable and promote positive experiences of sport and physical activity
- Shape school PE lessons to engage all pupils
- Educate girls and school staff about the menstrual cycle to prevent periods stopping girls’ physical activity. Further information can be found at www.periodeducation.org
Where do I start? I am so grateful to be chosen to take part in This Girl Can. It was an amazing experience. I cannot describe how comforting it was to be with a group of girls that understand you and how you feel. It is an experience I will never forget! From the yoga, to the rollerblading, and even the girl chit chat. Ever since participating, I have felt more included and confident with different age groups and myself. It made me realise that I am not on my own! "I am hot and not bothered.
Kingstone High School Pupil
Read the reports
Take a look at our impact reports to find out more about the Here Girls Can Festival, which was developed entirely by girls who wanted a safe, fun and judgement-free space to be active. The earlier reports tell the story behind Here Girls Can, with initial findings. The latest report (2024) demonstrates the longer-term sustainable impact and culture change that Here Girls Can ishaving in schools and amongst girls.
