Hidden Girls Mexico
Creating Safe Spaces Across Borders
In 2022, Move Forward launched its first project in Mexico City together with local organisations and coaches.
the story
In 2022, Move Forward launched its first project in Mexico City together with local organisations and coaches. There, the team saw an urgent need for specialised support for girls and young women affected by trafficking, abuse and violence. This became the starting point for Hidden Girls Mexico.
Today, the programme offers weekly Trauma-Informed dance, boxing and sports sessions in safe houses across Mexico City. Through movement, participants can release tension, reconnect with their bodies and rebuild confidence.
Local coaches are trained in Move Forward’s approach and supported by a local psychologist and Dutch trauma specialists. By combining local knowledge with shared expertise, the programme is built to grow and last.
the impact
9 safe houses in Mexico City
Weekly dance and sports program
200+ girls reached
5 coaches trained
in their words
“After the sessions, the girls have more energy and experience less fear.”
“For the first time, I feel safe enough to dance.”
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