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Let's Go! is a sports and physical activity project designed to encourage young people to become more active while reducing social isolation and improving self-esteem. The project has been shaped through consultations with the girls, giving them the opportunity to share their interests and help influence the activities offered. Based on their feedback, we will provide a range of sporting activities, taster sessions, and healthy lifestyle workshops. By creating enjoyable and a

Ashdon Jazz Academy are collaborating with Peppo to create a School refusers programme that supports girls who may be home educated, attending alternative provision, or temporarily out of school.This supportive and engaging programme aims to build confidence, resilience, and positive future pathways in a safe and nurturing environment. The programme will have six sessions, where participants will explore personal development, wellbeing, and practical skills. The first sessio

Girls Night Lambeth takes place every Wednesday after school, providing a safe and welcoming space for young girls to learn, grow, and connect. Through a variety of informative workshops, skill building activities, fun experiences and trips, participants can build confidence, develop new skills, and form lasting friendships. Snacks and a hot meal are provided each week.

Girls Night Croydon is a new project that occurs on Tuesdays. The project offers girls a safe and supportive environment where they can meet new people, build positive relationships, and feel encouraged to be themselves. Food and snacks are provided at every session.

Our MOPAC project is called Carry Dreams, Lives Not Knives. The project is designed to educate and empower young women through a series of engaging and reflective workshops focused on knife crime prevention, personal development, and positive choices. The workshops include a podcast, studio sessions (with a upcoming female rapper) criminal law workshops, workshops run by ex-offenders, honey-trap movie screening and personal development workshops.

In 2025, the charity proudly celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special Gala Celebration held at the Croydon Aerodrome Hotel. The event brought together more than 120 guests, including parents, stakeholders, community supporters, young women, and returning alumni whose lives have been positively impacted by the charity over the past decade. We were honoured to be joined by our patron, , alongside other distinguished guests and dignitaries. The evening was filled with refl

Have you considered a female only safe space to take part in physical activity? If so, join us as we learn to swim, play golf, tennis and...

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