Using sport and transformative education, Girl Power champions the empowerment of women and girls from all cultures and backgrounds.
Since 2014 we have…
50,000+
Women and girls reached
25,000+
Participants in our programmes and activities
55+
Partnerships and collaborations
€300,000+
In fundraising and donations
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“Too often, women and girls are left on the margins, missing out on opportunities in sports and education. Even in places that champion equality, the bridges we build aren’t strong enough to fully involve them. When we fail to include them, not only do they feel isolated, but society also loses the brilliance of their contributions.”
– Khalida Popal
“No society truly blooms if all of its members are not included, half of those are women.”
Why it Matters
Access to sport
Only 34% of girls worldwide participate in sports, compared to 50% of boys. Women and girls from refugee and marginalized communities face significant barriers to participating in sports, including cultural restrictions, financial constraints, and a lack of inclusive programs. Studies show that two-thirds of girls drop out of sports by the end of puberty due to lack of access, confidence, and representation (Women’s Sports Foundation, 2020). Girl Power provides tailored football and sports programs to ensure that all girls, regardless of their background, can experience the benefits of sport.
Sources:
Women’s Sports Foundation, The State of High School Girls’ Sports (2020)
UNESCO, Let’s Play Fair: Inclusive Access to Sport for All (2021)
Access to safe spaces
1 in 3 women worldwide experiences physical or sexual violence, often in public spaces. Too many girls grow up without safe spaces where they can play, express themselves, and build confidence. In many refugee and marginalized communities, over 60% of girls report feeling unsafe in sports environments due to harassment, discrimination, or lack of female coaches and role models (UN Women, 2022). Through Girl Power programs, we create safe and supportive environments where women and girls can participate in sports, social activities, and personal development without fear of discrimination or exclusion.
Sources:
UN Women, Safe Cities and Safe Public Spaces for Women and Girls (2022)
Amnesty International, Women and Girls in Sport: Safe Access and Participation (2023)
Access to leadership opportunities
Women hold only 9% of leadership positions in global sports organizations. Leadership opportunities in sports and society remain largely inaccessible to marginalized women and girls. Research shows that only 24% of all football coaches worldwide are women, and even fewer come from refugee or ethnic minority backgrounds (FIFA Women’sFootball Benchmark, 2023). Girl Power equips young women with the tools, training, and mentorship they need to step into leadership roles—on and off the field. Through education, coaching, and advocacy, we empower the next generation of female leaders to challenge the status quo.
Sources:
FIFA, Women’s Football Benchmark Report (2023)
IOC, Gender Equality and Inclusion in Sport (2021)
What We Do
Football For Development:
We build safe spaces for inclusion and representation in football
We train thousands of young leaders in football related skills, to build community, sisterhood, representation, physical and mental well-being.
Leadership Academy:
We educate and empower young leaders
We educate young leaders in core leadership skills so they are able to take on leadership roles that make a positive impact in their communities.
Community Action:
We advocate for equality and social justice
We fight for social justice issues affecting our young leaders, including refugee advocacy, gender-based violence and equal rights in sports. We inspire action to drive policy change.
