Keep Girls in Rugby
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| Organization | Shamas Rug Foundation |
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| Region | Kenya |
| Website | Website |
| ProjectLeader | Edoardo De Paoli |
Shamas Rugby Foundation engages 568 young girls between the ages of 10 and 18 from 8 informal settlements in Nairobi and Kiambu County to learn and practice life skills through the sport of rugby. The aim of this project is to keep our girls in rugby by identifying what hinders them from being consistent in the game and providing these necessities to keep them engaged on the pitch.
Challenge
The COVID_19 pandemic has made women and young girls even more vulnerable, especially those living in informal settlements. The young girls we work with face many issues (gender-based violence, teenage pregnancy, menstrual hygiene issues, among others), that put at risk their personal development and physical integrity.
Long-Term Impact
By nurturing young girls' decision-making skills, confidence, and self-awareness skills we are creating better leaders in their communities, who will be able to make more informed decisions and take control of their lives for a better future. Moreover, by participating in a sport that is dominated by men, we promote gender equality and change the perception that rugby is a sport only meant for men.
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