The Boost Programme

Plan International UK is a girls’ rights charity working to advance equality for all children and young people. With a mission to ensure every girl can learn, lead, decide, and thrive, we are committed to breaking barriers and fostering a world where gender equality is a reality.

The Boost Programme

The Boost, aimed at girls aged 14-16, is focused on building young women’s skills and confidence so that they are not limited by gender stereotypes when choosing school subjects or careers.

This is achieved by providing engaging opportunities to enhance practical life skills and financial literacy, preparing participants to enter the workplace. Also on offer is authentic interactions with female leaders as role models, while engaging in fun and interactive activities with their peers in a safe space through The BOOST ‘bootcamps’.

Sponsored by First Sentier, this program establishes a link to the finance sector, showcasing a myriad of possibilities that extend beyond traditional expectations.

In the pilot delivery of the Boost those that took part felt they’d had an:

• Understanding Boost – 80% of the girls who took part felt they had challenged deeply rooted gender stereotypes.
• Confidence Boost – 85% built confidence through practical skill building.
• Skills Boost – they all felt they had been equipped with life-long skills.

What to expect:

• Empowering Activities: Engage in fun and exciting activities designed to break stereotypes and inspire passion.
• Career Exploration: Encourage girls to explore opportunities in male-dominated careers, particularly in the finance sector.
• Idea Creation and Pitch Opportunity: Girls will have the chance to pitch innovative business ideas addressing gender stereotypes or supporting girls in STEM or finance.
• Every participant will receive an empowerment gift bag and a certificate to commemorate their participation in this transformative day.
•  Lunch and refreshments provided for all participants.

Dates and Location:

• The delivery window for The Boost is from 1st June to  31st July.
• The camps will be delivered at Frist Sentier Offices in Edinburgh. Plan International UK will cover all costs of travel to the offices.

For more information and to book, email Lizzy Brothers at Plan International UK.