A Game Changer: The Dove-Nike Alliance for Body Confidence in Sports

In This Episode, We Chat About: What is causing the high dropout rate in girls sports? How we can support our girls self confidence on and off the field.   Resources + Links:   Learn more about our coaching services & upcoming events: https://www.girlsmentorship.com/ Connect with us on Instagram: Girls Mentorship | @girlsmentorship Jill Petersen | @jillphxsen Mary Frances | @msmaryfran   Join our Facebook Community | Girls Mentorship   Show Notes:   Girls' sports have to change. We're seeing more and more girls drop out of sports or see their self-esteem take a hit and we're here to talk about what we can do to impact girls through sports for the better. From representation to anti bullying, this episode is all about turning awareness into action. We'rel sharing actionable steps on how parents, coaches and communities can cultivate environments where every young athlete thrives. Whether you're a parent, a mentor, or an advocate for youth empowerment, let's learn how we can all contribute to a world where every girl plays with confidence.   03:00 What is causing the high dropout rate in girls sports? 10:15 Body image issues in sports and the power of representation for girls.  14:30 Ways to support positive self-esteem in young athletes.  21:00 Why body positivity and seeing a diverse group of athletes is a must for young athletes mental health and belief. 25:15 The impact of a positive sports environment on the growth of young athletes.