Advancing female participation in football in Uganda

Female participation in football has often been an area that has been neglected for several reasons. In Uganda, there is a lack of opportunities for girls and young women to engage in sports activities. A new generation of women's football has emerged in Uganda in recent years. Cultural change has taken place, with an ever-increasing number of girls and women playing football. However, the structures of women's football in Uganda are still emerging and are not yet well developed. Consequently, not many girls gain access to football and the number of female football coaches, who can serve as role models, is very low.

This event was held in the lead up to the Goal 5 Summit (18 - 22 October) to mark the International Day of the Girl Child. The summit utilizes the Goal 5 Accelerator Model to address gender equality at three levels:

1. On the Pitch, for girls and women playing football
2. On the Side-lines, for female coaches
3. In Organizations, for female leaders and decision makers

Objectives of the Panel discussion:

1. Increase the profile and visibility of female football
2. Influencing positive gender inclusive policies and practices by key stakeholders
3. Secure commitment from key stakeholders on improving female football.
4. Increased profile and visibility of the Goal 5 Summit.
5. Commemorating the day of the girl child 11 Oct.

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