07/08/2024
Exhibition Wraps Up in Johannesburg South Africa.
Southern African activists, advocates, academics, and government leaders from the world of sport, education, health, the private sector, social justice, and women’s rights convened to launch the groundbreaking “Overpower. Overtake. Overcome: A Visual Tribute to Women & Sport” exhibition at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg.
The event featured a keynote address from Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike of the Department of Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities. Deputy Minister Letsike was joined by prominent women’s rights advocates, health advocates, athletes, and sports personalities.
The event included two significant panel discussions exploring the intersection of gender, race, media, and sports. Panellists, including the indomitable Desiree Ellis, Coach of the South African National Women’s Football Team, emphasized the critical yet often untapped potential of physical education, physical activity, and sport (PEPAS) in advancing women's health, rights, and empowerment.
The exhibition's impact extended beyond Johannesburg, with plans for displays in Geneva and Dakar later in the year. The top 20 winning photos are available in a virtual exhibition accessible globally, allowing people worldwide to engage with the powerful narratives and foster a global dialogue on gender equality in sports.
The Johannesburg exhibition provided a springboard to amplify the call and spark off a global movement dedicated to overcoming obstacles and celebrating the triumphs of women in sports.
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https://genderequalitysport.org/global-observatory-events/