Girls Empowered and Strong

Elizabeth Fry Society of Northern Alberta, The


Description
Offers workshops for girls to help them better understand issues that could put them at risk for involvement with the criminal justice system.

Service provides:

  • girls with the skills and knowledge they need in order to make healthy life choices, thereby preventing future involvement in the criminal legal system

Topics include:

  • identity
  • healthy relationships
  • self-esteem
  • self-care and coping
  • emotional management
  • body-image / confidence
  • healthy sexuality
  • communication
  • shoplifting
  • peer-pressure
  • and more

Workshops include:

  • Girls Groups - an 8 to 10 session program run in schools, group homes, the community, and more
  • Inner Circle - a program to strengthen the relationship between women and the girls they care for
  • Rights for You(th) - a presentation designed for grade 9 social studies classes
  • Lead the Way - opportunities to foster youth leadership
  • Stoplifting for Youth - a program to help youth who shoplift

Program can be flexible in its content and location.


Affiliation: Partnered with Edmonton Catholic Schools, Edmonton Public Schools, and community centres.
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • girls
  • and gender diverse individuals
  • who are 12 to 17 years old
Application Process
Service Access: Registration Required, To access service:
  • contact to register
Program location may vary.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Toll Free
1-866-421-1175
Telephone
780-904-8052
Telephone
780-267-5167
Fax
780-425-8989
Web Site
http://www.efrynorthernalberta.com
Email
mehrnaaz.teja@efrynorthernalberta.com; sheetal.pandher@efrynorthernalberta.com
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Includes:
  • automatic doors
  • accessible parking
  • elevators
  • accessible washrooms
Topic(s)
Last Verified On
April 25, 2023
Address
10242 105 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 3L5
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Hours of Operation
Mon
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Tue
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Wed
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Thu
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Fri
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Program hours vary. Closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. Closed statutory holidays.