By Rihana Adam
Accra, Nov. 25, GNA – The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set to launch “Girls 4 Goal” football campaign at the Keta Business School in the Volta Region.
The program aimed at providing training and mentorship for girls and boys aged 10-18, with a focus on football and other sporting activities.
On the theme “Girls for Goals”, it would be a nine-month empowerment initiative aimed at promoting gender equality through Sports, Education, Healthy Lifestyles, among young girls to inspire them to reach their full potential.
In a release copied to the GNA Sports, it said, “the programme scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, 2024, would be led by GFA’s Deputy General Secretary of Administration, Madam Ama Brobey-Williams”.
“As the brain behind this project, she emphasizes that “Girls4Goals embodies our vision of focusing on sustainable development, one community at a time. Our ultimate goal is to nurture a generation of change-makers who are equipped to contribute positively to their communities.”
“We believe that every girl has the potential to achieve greatness, and we are committed to providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
“We envision Girls4Goals as a scalable template for nationwide impact.”
It said the program has received significant support from FIFA, the world governing body of football, La guide, GIZ, and the GFA.
It said, the event was in line with the GFA’s development program, which aims to promote grassroots football and increase participation in the sport through various campaigns.
It said the Girls for Goals program aligns with the GFA’s vision of promoting women’s football.
The Girls for Goals program is a critical initiative that aligns with the GFA’s vision of promoting women’s football and empowering girls through sports.
The launch of the Girls for Goals campaign would be attended by dignitaries, including the District Chief Executive of Keta, the Director of Education for the Keta Municipal Assembly, and representatives from the Ghana Education Service together with Chief and Queen mothers of the Keta Community.
GNA