WREX.com – Rockford’s News LeaderReport looks at well-being of girls in Illinois
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File PhotoUNDATED (WREX) - A report on girls' health and well-being claims the state needs to do more to help girls get access to available programs and services in the state.
The "Status of Girls in Illinois" report addresses a wide spectrum of areas affecting Illinois girls' lives, including sexuality, violence, incarceration, substance abuse, health, education and physical fitness.
"If we can better understand the multiple needs of girls, and develop strategies to meet those needs, we can inspire change that supports girls' healthy development," said Mariame Kaba, director of Project NIA, Rogers Park Young Women's Action Team.
"Currently, organizations that help girls thrive are often left without resources for their crucial work, and this report sheds light on how essential their work is," said Melissa Spatz, executive director, Women & Girls Collective Action Network. "It's important that we take action on these findings."
The report calls for more funding for programs that focus on programs for girls.
For more information on future events and outreach and to see the full report visit www.womenandgirlscan.org/statusofgirls
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