It’s time to Make Space for Girls
08 Oct 2025
Parks form a vital component of public life, providing opportunities for activity, social connection, interaction with nature and community cohesion. But many young people do not use them; and research shows that there is a marked difference based on gender, with young women and teenage girls using parks much less than their male peers. This talk looks at why this happens, why it matters and what Make Space for Girls is doing to change this