Empowering Girls

The Dragonfly Project

Series of programs

A series of programs for girls aged 10-17 designed to ignite the seeds of their potential, and empower them to spread their wings and fly confidently and joyfully through puberty, into womanhood.

There are 3 core programs offered in the series.

Roots and Wings - 2-day non residential retreat for girls aged 10-12

Empowering Girls - 12 week program for girls aged 12-14

Dragonflies - 12 week program for girls aged 10-12.

Wholehearted Seeds - 12 week in-school program for girls that combines personal empowerment with food growing to highlight the importance of our natural cycles.

Each program  focuses predominantly on movement-based practices such as dance and yoga which are proven to support emotional and mental wellbeing, positive body image and general health and vitality.  
Our program outline is also guided by the Feminine Power framework developed by Dr Claire Zammit (Phd) through her groundbreaking research and study in transformational learning and women's empowerment. This framework engages feminine principles of creativity, connection, nurture, compassion, curiosity and communication in ways that empower and harness the strength, capacity and full potential of women.
We introduce these principles at a basic level and deepen the understanding and application of them as the programs evolve.  


We explore beliefs and mindset and how these impact our confidence and self-expression. We apply the "Growth mindset" model to disrupt limiting patterns of lack and invisibility and generate authentic confidence, abundance and the freedom to be ourselves in the world.

With a holistic view, our programs have been designed to specifically speak to the developmental stages and related issues that girls experience from ages 9 through to 16. The Dance Therapy framework informs the intended developmental outcomes for each age group.

Past participants in our program have reported an increase in positive self-image and a greater understanding of the importance of developing healthy, supportive relationships. Feedback also demonstrates that the resources and tools developed in our programs have supported girls to face ongoing challenges in their lives, in more empowering and constructive ways.
Ultimately we aim to create a new narrative around the sacred rite of passage into womanhood that is rich, supportive and empowering.

program fee's

Roots and Wings - $360 but currently subsidised with Vic Health funding to $180

Empowering Girls - $600 but currently fully funded by Indigo Shire - FREE

Dragonflies - $600 but currently subsidised by Vic Health funding to $300

upcoming dates

Roots and Wings - September 21-23

Empowering Girls - May 30- Aug 29

Dragonflies - Aug - Nov (dates TBC)

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The first step is as easy as reaching out and talking to one of the Whole Hearted facilitators about our programs. We'd absolutely love to hear about your journey and be a part of the next step for you...

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