Empowering Girls: Building Confidence, Creativity, and Safety with Mel Manning

In this episode of The Spark Changemakers Podcast, Nikki Giant sits down with the inspiring Mel Manning, founder of Freedom 2, an organisation dedicated to empowering young girls through creative wellbeing programmes. With over 20 years of experience in education, Mel shares her journey from primary school teacher to advocate for female empowerment, mental health, and digital wellbeing.

They discuss the power of early intervention in helping girls build self-confidence, develop healthy relationships, and navigate the complexities of today’s digital world. Mel also shares insights from her work addressing issues such as online safety, body image, and public harassment.

Tune in to hear how Freedom 2 uses creativity to inspire change and create safe spaces for girls to be heard, seen, and valued.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Mel’s journey from education to founding Freedom 2
• The importance of early intervention and creative wellbeing programs
• Empowering girls through conversations on online safety, body image, and relationships
• The impact of creativity in fostering confidence and self-expression
• Freedom 2’s efforts to tackle harassment and create safer public spaces for girls

Connect with Mel Manning and Freedom 2:

• Website: www.freedom2.org.uk
• Instagram: @freedom2uk
• TikTok: @freedom2uk

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