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Stay Strong, Play On: National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Join Girls Inc. in celebrating the 24th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day, which honors female athletes and encourages girls and women to participate in sports.
Even 38 years after the passing of Title IX, female athletes remain at a disadvantage. Today, girls’ sports programs typically have less participation and lower funding than boys’ programs. Girls also struggle to obtain facilities and practice times. This year’s theme, “Stay Strong, Play On,” promotes perseverance and persistence in the face of such obstacles. Read on and find out how you can join the celebration:
Read an op-ed by Dylan Barnett, a former Girls Inc. intern, about why it is critical for adults to encourage girls to play sports.
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