GirlSpace
A safe space for girls to make new friends & learn about healthy relationships
Registration
Click to download a registration form or register in person at YWCA Lethbridge.
Hours of Operation
Seniors (ages 14-17)
Mondays from 7 – 9 PM
Intermediates (ages 11-13)
Friday from 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Juniors (ages 8-10)
Wednesday from 4 – 6 PM
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GirlSpace In-School Support
Arrange to host GirlSpace at your school!
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GirlSpace Summer Leadership Camps
Build leadership skills this summer with fun activities & new friends
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Program Overview
YWCA GirlSpace offers quality programming that addresses key social issues facing youth today.
Our weekly programming provides a space for girls and non-binary youth to participate in an extra-curricular community program, offering youth the opportunity to increase their awareness about violence and its root causes, while exploring self, personal achievements, building on positive self-esteem and making new friends.
Contacts
Lorrie Wittke, Youth Services Manager
lwittke@ywcalethbridge.org
403-329-0088
Cost
FREE!
Who Can Access?
Girls & non-binary youth ages 8-17
Childcare
No
Transportation
YES. Please contact us to make arrangements.
Program Funding
604 8th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2K1
Phone: 403-329-0088 | inquiries@ywcalethbridge.com | 24-Hour Crisis Line: 403-320-1881 or 1-866-296-0447
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