Program Purpose:
Healthy Bodies Healthy minds, is a mentoring program designed to encourage physical activity participation, healthy eating choices and the development of a positive self image, among girls ages 12 -14. 

Program Description:
A 7 session program, lead by volunteer female mentors aged 18 - 30, Go Girls incorporates fun, educational games and activities, to stimulate, mentor/participant relationship building as well as self-reflection and group discussion about healthy living and emotional, social and cultural issues.

 Volunteer Commitment:

·     One session requires a total of 35 hours of commitment (including a 10-hour training  session)

·     Volunteers must be able to commit 2 hours, once a week, for 7 weeks to the program. Programs run in local elementary schools in the Halton region either during the lunch break (anywhere from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm) or afterschool (anywhere from 2:45 pm – 5:00 pm)

Volunteer Requirements & Qualifications:

·     Meet the age requirements of 18 - 30 years

·     Must have use of a vehicle, or able to secure transportation to and from a local elementary school once per week

·     Must live in Halton (except in special circumstances)

·     Have the ability to relate to young females

·     Be personally suitable and mature, exhibiting mental and emotional competence

·     Successfully complete each phase of the volunteer screening process

·     Participate in 10 hours of Go Girls! training administered by the agency

·     Agree to function within the guidelines of the agency

Volunteer Benefits: 

·     Make a difference by spending time with 8-10 young girls in a group setting

·     Meet and connect with other facilitators committed to mentoring and empowering children

·     Help guide young girls through a time in their lives where changes are occurring rapidly

·     Demonstrate your commitment to community-building 

Please note that due to the extensive training required, sessions will be held twice a year in September and January.  All volunteers in the Go Girls program must complete 10 hours of training.

Next training will take place on: 

Saturday, January 14^th (9:00 am – 3:00 pm) AND

Monday, January 16^th (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm) at BBBS Halton – Oakville Office