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I am thrilled to announce a project that I am incredibly passionate with Jim Gooley which all started with a Zoom call with Eve R. a few months back.
The Unity in Action Project & Athens Women’s Football Summit, taking place from October 8th-11th.
About the Unity in Action Project:
This initiative will kick off the CSR ‘Pilot Project,’ aiming to support 20 refugee women by funding their development for a year. Participants will enhance their leadership skills through the Girl Power Leadership Program, explore new career opportunities, and foster personal growth.
Unity in Action Objectives:
Outcome 1: Fund Support for 20 Refugee Women for a Year
We are committed to funding 20 women refugees for a year, enabling participation in Girl Power’s Leadership Program.
Outcome 2: Create a News Reel to Showcase Unity Through Football
Our media and production partners will help us produce a compelling News Reel highlighting the transformational power of football.
Outcome 3: Encourage partnerships among diverse stakeholders to address gender equality, inclusivity, and social impact.
Outcome 4: Empower refugee women within the football community and beyond.
This project is driven by UNITY and the participants, including:
1. Khalida Popal and GIRL POWER : For trusting the project and supporting your vision.
2. Her Game Too (Eve R. and Caz May ): For seeing this as a tool for educating equality and sexism in football to make football accessible for all.
3. Kelly Lindsey: Thank you for your trust in me and for leading a leadership workshop.
4. Monique Choudhuri MA, Chart MCIPD : For connecting me with Yvonne Harrison and the Women in Football to be an accessible tool for 20 Participants.
5. Karli Richards DPM, MHA, FACFAS, CWPS As an ambassador of Spirit of Football USA showcasing unity.
6. AEK FC: For access to a Stadium Tour and Refugees Museum visit.
7. Melissa Dhillon and Sam Adams 🦹🏽: For providing workshops on mental strength and breathwork.
8. Suzanne Wrack: For your unwavering support to this Project.
9. Ashleigh Plumptre and Sabrina Buljubasic: For your involvement in this project and I know you will bring positive energy to our workshop experience.
10. Maryam Majd: Our project photographer and creator of the Unity in Action Poster.
Special thanks to:
Adriano Del Monte, Shon Osimbo, David Alfrey, Charlie Dobres, Karen Dobres, Jan Twete, Michael Saunders, Marios Christos Sfantos, Esq., and the Athens Women's Football Summit Team for your support and countless conversations.
"Unity In Action" embodies collaboration, empowerment, and progress, using football as a tool for all.
More exciting announcements to come!
If you're interested in getting involved or supporting a refugee for a year, DM me!
#UnityInAction #MyGameMyRefuge