Ilhaam Groenewald a Fierce Champion for Women Leaders in Sport
Maties Sport Chief Director Ilhaam Groenewald has established a reputation as a fierce champion of women in sport and sportswomen, and she believes that creating leadership pathways for women is essential to rise into leadership positions.
Incoming History-Making IOC President, Kirsty Coventry: “This is Our Time”
From Penny Heyns to Didier Drogba, congratulations pour in for history making new IOC President, Kirsty Coventry, who becomes the first woman and first African to lead the Olympic movement.
Increased Women in Leadership Means More Holistic and Diverse Policies
Increasingly regarded as more than capable leaders, women are taking up sports industry leadership roles in greater numbers, a trend which is key to the sector’s growth as gsport considers what it takes to hone leadership skills.
Gen Z’s Impact on Women’s Sport Marketing
Gen Z is very interested in women’s sport, and to reach this powerful audience, international brands are focussing on authentic real world and online interactions from within the community to empower trends that prioritise diversity, equity and inclusivity
Wimbledon Moves Towards Greater Diversity as First Ever Woman to Referee is Announced
History beckons ahead of Wimbledon 2023 as former tennis player Denise Parnell is named as the first ever woman to referee at the All England Club. This appointment is a positive step towards equalising the gender landscape of the tournament.
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Botswana Supporting Growth of Women Leaders
Efforts to close the participation and leadership gap in sport is gaining momentum in Botswana as aspiring leaders are supported and mentored on their journey to success. #gsportAfrica
IOC Appoints Seiko Hashimoto in Equality Promotion Signal
Former Olympics competitor, Seiko Hashimoto’s appointment as Head of the Tokyo Olympic Games organising committee promotes gender equality, inclusivity and diversity to encourage and support women in sport.
2007 November Woman: Zola Thamae
Eleven years after playing a key role in reviving women’s cricket in South Africa, Zola Thamae continues to inspire young women to participate in sport.