There are many ways to support girls in sport to lead. Here are a few ideas:
- Provide opportunities for leadership development. This could involve giving girls opportunities to coach younger players, lead team meetings, or organize team events. It is also important to create a supportive environment where girls feel comfortable sharing their ideas and taking on new challenges.
- Highlight female role models. Girls need to see examples of other women who are successful in sport and in leadership roles. This could involve inviting female athletes to speak to girls’ sports teams, or sharing stories of female leaders in the world of sport.
- Challenge gender stereotypes. It is important to challenge the idea that sport is only for boys, or that girls are not capable of being leaders. This can be done by talking to girls about the benefits of sport participation and leadership, and by providing them with positive role models.