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  • We know practical support works, but we mustn’t forget to focus on enhancing wellbeing too

    We know practical support works, but we mustn’t forget to focus on enhancing wellbeing too

    In her latest blog, CEO and co-founder of The Girls' Network, Charly Young, reflects on recent studies into the wellbeing of young people in England. Read more

  • As an ambassador, I want to help other girls break the bias

    As an ambassador, I want to help other girls break the bias

    Meet Tamara; an ambassador at The Girls' Network who is pursuing her dream of working in sport with determination and resilience. Read more

  • Planting the seed - an update on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion journey

    Planting the seed - an update on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion journey

    In our latest blog, Claire, Progrmame Development Lead at The Girls' Network, shares an update on our mission to weave equity, diversity and inclusion into everything that we do. Read more

  • Through collaboration comes long-term change

    Through collaboration comes long-term change

    In her latest blog, our CEO, Charly, reflects on recent recommendations into government by the Youth Unemployment Committee. Read more

  • We know practical support works, but we mustn’t forget to focus on enhancing wellbeing too
  • As an ambassador, I want to help other girls break the bias
  • Planting the seed - an update on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion journey
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Ambassadors on the impact of ethnicity on help-seeking for mental health

Ambassadors on the impact of ethnicity on help-seeking for mental health

Ambassadors on... is a regular feature giving the young women in our network the opportunity to share their insight, opinion, and experiences on a variety of different subject matters. In our fourth of the series ambassador, Fatima, shares her dissertation research exploring whether ethnicity has an impact on help seeking behaviour. Fatima, ambassador since 2017 Read more

Published: 13th July, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Ambassadors on... breaking the bias as a young, multiracial author

Ambassadors on... breaking the bias as a young, multiracial author

In our latest blog by an ambassador, Jess talks about why she chose to self-publish her book. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Ambassadors on… autism and the knowledge gap

Ambassadors on… autism and the knowledge gap

In our latest blog, ambassador Olivia highlights the gap in understanding and knowledge when it comes to autism. Read more

Published: 4th May, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

The Good Business Festival with Merseyside Network Manager, Carla

The Good Business Festival with Merseyside Network Manager, Carla

The role of a Network Manager is all about connection; here, our Merseyside team member, Carla, talks about connecting with many different people at Liverpool's Good Business Festival. Read more

Published: 21st April, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Ambassadors on… Diversity in the fashion industry

Ambassadors on… Diversity in the fashion industry

In this brand new blog series, we pass our platform to our Ambassador Community to share more about what matters to them most. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

We know practical support works, but we mustn’t forget to focus on enhancing wellbeing too

We know practical support works, but we mustn’t forget to focus on enhancing wellbeing too

In her latest blog, CEO and co-founder of The Girls' Network, Charly Young, reflects on recent studies into the wellbeing of young people in England. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2022

Updated: 3rd May, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Dear Brown Girl Like Me - a letter by The Girls' Network ambassador, Simran

Dear Brown Girl Like Me - a letter by The Girls' Network ambassador, Simran

Jaspreet Kaur's debut book, Brown Girl Like Me, was released in February 2022. Here, Simran, an ambassador in the West Midlands, shares a personal letter written following her time spent with Jaspreet. Read more

Published: 1st April, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

One of the great things about The Girls’ Network is knowing you can still get in touch with them after your mentoring ends

One of the great things about The Girls’ Network is knowing you can still get in touch with them after your mentoring ends

Liv, a The Girls' Network ambassador, reflects on her mentoring journey. Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

As an ambassador, I want to help other girls break the bias

As an ambassador, I want to help other girls break the bias

Meet Tamara; an ambassador at The Girls' Network who is pursuing her dream of working in sport with determination and resilience. Read more

Published: 16th March, 2022

Updated: 22nd March, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

I would like to believe that one day we will finally live in a society where no girl's future is determined by her background, gender or parental income

I would like to believe that one day we will finally live in a society where no girl's future is determined by her background, gender or parental income

In our latest Trustee Q&A, meet Chair of the Board, Sue Rimmer OBE. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Planting the seed - an update on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion journey

Planting the seed - an update on our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion journey

In our latest blog, Claire, Progrmame Development Lead at The Girls' Network, shares an update on our mission to weave equity, diversity and inclusion into everything that we do. Read more

Published: 21st February, 2022

Updated: 16th May, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

To break the bias, we need to acknowledge that the bias exists and dismantle the outdated stereotypes that drive this

To break the bias, we need to acknowledge that the bias exists and dismantle the outdated stereotypes that drive this

Meet Hannah Essex, Vice-Chair and Founding Trustee at The Girls' Network. Read more

Published: 17th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Brown Girl Like me, a new manifesto and memoir, platforms ambassador voices

Brown Girl Like me, a new manifesto and memoir, platforms ambassador voices

Jaspreet Kaur's debut book, Brown Girl Like Me, shines an essential light on the experiences of South Asian women and girls in England. Read more

Published: 16th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

National Apprenticeship Week: it can be an incredible opportunity to work with people who want to pass on their knowledge

National Apprenticeship Week: it can be an incredible opportunity to work with people who want to pass on their knowledge

Our ambassadors are grabbing hold of the future they choose for themselves. Here, Sussex ambassador, Amy, talks about being an apprentice and how her mentor helped shape the decision. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: meet Rucha

International Day of Women and Girls in Science: meet Rucha

Our Ambassador Community are grabbing hold of their unlimited futures - here, Rucha talks about her passion for neuroscience. Read more

Published: 2nd February, 2022

Updated: 3rd February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Through collaboration comes long-term change

Through collaboration comes long-term change

In her latest blog, our CEO, Charly, reflects on recent recommendations into government by the Youth Unemployment Committee. Read more

Published: 20th January, 2022

Updated: 8th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Donating during the Big Give can help us reach more girls like me, inspiring them to believe in themselves to achieve their aspirations

Donating during the Big Give can help us reach more girls like me, inspiring them to believe in themselves to achieve their aspirations

From mentee to ambassador, and now Network Manager, Chloe talks about her journey as part of The Girls' Network. Read more

Published: 25th November, 2021

Updated: 26th November, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

Having role models and mentors to engage with is exactly what is needed for empowerment, confidence and mental health

Having role models and mentors to engage with is exactly what is needed for empowerment, confidence and mental health

Hear Lily Mai's story before she sets out to run and row 100 miles this December - all to support girls' futures! Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2021

Updated: 23rd November, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

Our Big Give at Christmas Challenge launches soon

Our Big Give at Christmas Challenge launches soon

We’re excited to announce that between Tuesday 30 November and Tuesday 7 December 2021 we’re taking part in our very first Big Give Christmas Challenge. Read more

Published: 8th November, 2021

Updated: 30th November, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

Why mentoring matters – meet our mentor Clare

Why mentoring matters – meet our mentor Clare

We're celebrating National Mentoring Day by spotlighting just some of our inspiring mentors. Hear more from Clare, our mentor in Tyne and Wear. Read more

Published: 27th October, 2021

Updated: 10th February, 2022

Author: Nat Rossetti

Why mentoring matters – meet our mentor Pauline

Why mentoring matters – meet our mentor Pauline

To celebrate National Mentoring Day we asked our mentors what mentoring means to them. Here, Pauline from Tyne and Wear talks about why she mentors girls in her region. Read more

Published: 26th October, 2021

Updated: 27th October, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

As a charity fighting injustice, we need our equity, diversity and inclusion strategy to hold a mirror in front of us

As a charity fighting injustice, we need our equity, diversity and inclusion strategy to hold a mirror in front of us

Read our CEO and co-founder's blogpost to find out more about our work on EDI so far and plans for the future Read more

Published: 8th April, 2021

Updated: 12th October, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

Just because I'm a girl, doesn't mean I'm any less capable

Just because I'm a girl, doesn't mean I'm any less capable

Our ambassador Dilara reflects on her mentoring journey 5 years on, to mark National Mentoring Day 2020 Read more

Published: 27th October, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

Stronger (and kinder) together

Stronger (and kinder) together

Our CEO Charly Young on why lockdown has reminded her of the transformative power of being helpful Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2020

Updated: 4th March, 2021

Author: Nat Rossetti

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  • Ambassadors' Voices: What does it mean to #BEYOU?

    Ambassadors' Voices: What does it mean to #BEYOU?

    Evie, aged 19, reports back from our first #BeYou event in Brighton and interviews one of the guest speakers, writer and performer Cerys Evans, about identity, resilience and individuality.

  • Ambassadors on the impact of ethnicity on help-seeking for mental health

    Ambassadors on the impact of ethnicity on help-seeking for mental health

    Ambassadors on... is a regular feature giving the young women in our network the opportunity to share their insight, opinion, and experiences on a variety of different subject matters. In our fourth of the series ambassador, Fatima, shares her dissertation research exploring whether ethnicity has an impact on help seeking behaviour. Fatima, ambassador since 2017

  • Ambassadors on... breaking the bias as a young, multiracial author

    Ambassadors on... breaking the bias as a young, multiracial author

    In our latest blog by an ambassador, Jess talks about why she chose to self-publish her book.

  • Mentee to ambassador - meet Rea

    Mentee to ambassador - meet Rea

    Mentoring impacts everyone differently. For ambassador, Rea, it was about exploring the options available to her and finding her feminism.

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    Just because I'm a girl, doesn't mean I'm any less capable

    Our ambassador Dilara reflects on her mentoring journey 5 years on, to mark National Mentoring Day 2020

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