Extract from Scottish Parliament debate on Female Participation in Sport and Physical Activity - Nov 28

The Minister for Social Care, Mental Wellbeing and Sport (Maree Todd):...The “Fit for Girls” programme, which was delivered in partnership between sportscotland and the Youth Sport Trust, provides support to local authorities, governing bodies and other national partners that have identified a need to improve the provision for girls and young women and are committed to empowering girls as part of that process. There is also the incredible partnership between Scottish Sport Futures and the Sweaty Betty Foundation, which aims to reduce as many barriers to participation as possible, as well as encouraging important conversations about breast health, periods, hormonal changes and other issues that affect girls and young women...

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