VicHealth is encouraging women across the state to group together and get active at one of the events happening as part of This Girl Can Week.
Running from November 10–17, This Girl Can Week involves sporting groups and clubs, local councils, and gyms, as they host a range of fun, safe and welcoming activities for women of all abilities, ages and cultural backgrounds.
From cultural dance and basketball, to stand-up paddleboarding and active playgroups, there is a wide range of activities for women to take part in across the state.
This Girl Can head Rebecca Ahern said this year’s theme – Together We’re Unstoppable – is about demonstrating the incredible things that happen when women get active together.
“We know that for women to feel confident enough to get active, they need to feel supported, safe and welcome,” Ms Ahern said.
“This Girl Can Week 2024 is all about providing opportunities for women of all backgrounds to get active while finding joy, community, and connection,” she said.
Research has shown that a fear of judgement and not having safe and welcoming spaces to get active are some of the barriers preventing women from getting involved in physical activity.
“We must continue to challenge the norms of what being “physically active” looks like. It shouldn’t matter where you’re from, how old you are, or what size clothes you wear – everyone should feel safe and welcome to exercise and move in our community,” Ms Ahern said.
Details: thisgirlcan.com.au/events
