Media release: Women and girls to get active with This Girl Can

Published
11 Aug 2022
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This Girl Can Week will return to Manningham in Spring this year, running from 12 to 18 September. Council is supporting the VicHealth initiative, partnering with local sporting clubs and organisations to offer a program or sport and activities for all women and non-binary people.

The This Girl Can campaign aims to inspire and empower women and girls to get active. It helps them to overcome some of the fears they report feeling about getting active or participating in sport, such as feelings around being judged or not being fit enough to start.

Manningham’s events will provide a safe and friendly environment for women and girls to get involved in and try new activities and sports.

“Getting active can be challenging for women in many ways. We’ve worked with our local clubs, the YMCA and local neighbourhood houses to create a program with fun and exciting activities for our community.” Says Mayor, Cr Michelle Kleinert.

The one-week program is also an opportunity for our local clubs and organisations to showcase and trial different sports and activities, potentially engaging new members for their communities.

“This is a great opportunity for our clubs and organisations to connect with new members in the community. Providing opportunities for women to access sport and recreation activities really shows their commitment to inclusivity and community wellbeing.”

A range of activities will be offered in the program, including Pilates, basketball, horse riding and Tai Chi. All activities are either free or low cost. Find out more on our webpage, or at This Girl Can.