Girls on the Run Western MA jobs and careers

About Girls on the Run Western MA

Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. Trained volunteer coaches deliver an evidence-based curriculum that creatively integrates running with life skills like managing emotions, intentional decision-making, building healthy friendships and more. The program is offered in the spring and fall and culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5K running event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness. Puberty and early adolescence are challenging transitions for girls; girls will confront issues like peer pressure, bullying and body image (to name a few), but with the right tools they can cultivate the self-confidence and competence that leads to good decision-making and avoiding risky behaviors in the long run. GOTR WMA is committed to ensuring that as many girls as possible have access to our program. We deliver on that promise by doing all that we can to remove economic and/or geographic barriers. Girls on the Run Western MA reaches communities in all four Western MA counties. Since 2015, GOTR WMA has positively impacted more than 11,000 girls. We are actively seeking volunteer coaches and event volunteers who believe in cultivating an inclusive, diverse community and building the world our girls deserve.