Incoming Surfing SA GM Danielle Powis Leads the Charge for Inclusivity and Excellence
As the newly appointed GM of Surfing South Africa, decorated competitor Danielle Powis intends to use her lifelong grit to professionalise the sport, dismantle barriers for women, and ensure the next generation has the structural support to thrive.
Tyron Barnard: The Media Manager Driving SA Women’s Hockey to National Acclaim, One Story at a Time
SA Hockey Media Manager Tyron Barnard revels in his ‘absolutely vital’ role in consistently elevating women athletes, championing equality, and ensuring the team’s inspiring success gets the visibility it deserves #InternationalMensDay #BestMan
Netball South Africa Sponsorship Forum Focusses for Financial Stability
Netball SA recently hosted a Sponsorship Forum in Johannesburg involving government officials, sponsors and the media to address creating a financially stable future for the popular Sports Federation.
ICC’s Historic Decision: Equal Match-Day Pay for Female Match Officials
Women ICC cricket umpires are set to benefit from policy changes announced by the ICC, including that female match officials will receive equal pay for officiating cricket matches among further key fairness-minded objectives
Beauty Brand LUX and Volleyball SA to Host Durban Open Beach Volleyball Tournament
LUX with Volleyball South Africa will host the Durban Open Beach Volleyball tournament in the South African leg of the Change the Angle initiative which aims to highlight sexism in sport and challenge media to change the focus of women sport coverage from one that objectifies female athletes to one that celebrates their sporting prowess and achievements.
#ChangeTheAngle #LUX #PaidPartnership
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.
#gsportGlobal #GoGirls
Alex Morgan Launches Foundation to Continue Fight for Gender Equity
Two-time World Cup champion and Olympic gold medallist Alex Morgan announces the launch of her new venture – the Alex Morgan Foundation. Morgan’s foundation aims to make a positive impact in the lives of girls and women.
#gsportGlobal #GoGirls
Google Amplify Plans to Advance Gender Equality in Sport
Google’s Director of Global Sports, Media and Entertainment Marketing, Kate Johnson, shares plans on how the company can use its reach and resources to advance gender equality in sport.
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Rise of The Girl Child
Young South African athletes used #InternationalDayOfGirlChild to call for a mindset change, more media coverage and increased corporate investment in order to close the gap between men’s and women’s sport. #DayOfTheGirl #TBT
Malaysian Female Cricketers Awarded 15 National Team Contracts
Cricket history has been made in Malaysia as 15 National women’s team members have been awarded contracts, creating a new era for gender equality in the sport.
CSA Praise Momentum Proteas’ Minister’s Recognition Award
Cricket South Africa praise the Momentum Proteas’ continuous success after receiving recognition from Minister Nathi Mthethwa at the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s Recognition of Sport Excellence Awards dinner
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.