Recruit and Retain Girls in Your Program and Teams!
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While many more girls are engaged in athletics today than years ago, still far greater numbers of girls want to join and stay in sports, especially girls of color who face systemic barriers and limited access. We can design programs and teams where all girls feel connected, engaged, and included at far higher rates! Below are key tips drawn from a variety of resources and experts to successfully recruit and retain girls to youth sports programs and teams in schools, after-school programs, parks and recreation, and any youth sports organization.
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