This initial training provides a comprehensive course on the Girls Circle^® model for participants of all experience levels and solidly sets the foundation for implementing dynamic female responsive programming via Girls Circle^® support groups. Workshop facilitators use an experiential model of learning to include lecture, demonstration, group discussion, case studies, simulation, small group interaction, and brainstorming to stimulate participants’ learning.

The subject matter relates to the scope of practice in all youth serving sectors in its particular attention to girls’ developmental stages and needs.

The model is utilized in all service delivery models in prevention and intervention - including education, juvenile justice, child services, behavioral, mental health treatment, and community programming. The training builds on participants’ skills on how to promote girls’ strengths and critical thinking in regard to their behavior and choices. Girls Circle^® offers an approach that increases positive connections as they pertain to girls’ healthy relationships with adults, peers, and community for the purpose of helping girls to take full advantage of their talents, academic interests, career pursuits, and potential for healthy relationships.

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