For far too long, women in football have been relegated to the sidelines, with their contributions to the sport often overlooked and undervalued. Despite this, women’s football has seen significant growth and development over the past few years, with more women getting involved in the sport at all levels. From grassroots development to professional leagues, women in football are breaking barriers and challenging gender stereotypes, paving the way for future generations of female footballers. However, even as women’s football gains in popularity and visibility, there are still many challenges and obstacles that must be addressed in order to achieve true gender equality in the sport.
With an upcoming panel discussion featuring prominent women in football, including, Emma Sykes, Yvonne Harrison, Heidi Pellerano, and Monika Staab, the conversation is sure to be both insightful and inspiring.
Emma Sykes, Senior Women’s Football Development Manager at UEFA, is another prominent figure in the world of women’s football. With her extensive experience in the sport, she is well-equipped to provide insights into the current state of women’s football and the opportunities available to women who aspire to play or work in the industry.
Yvonne Harrison, CEO of Women in Football, is an enthusiastic backer for women’s rights and strengthening in the game. With an emphasis on expanding variety and advancing balance in the business, she plays had an essential impact in bringing issues to light of the remarkable difficulties looked by women in football.
Heidi Pellerano, Chief Commercial Officer at Concacaf, carries a business point of view to the discussion. With her skill in advertising and sponsorship, she can reveal insight into the amazing open doors accessible to organisations hoping to help women football and the effect that expanded investment can have on the game.
Finally, Monika Staab, a former Women’s National Team coach and Technical Director of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation (SAFF), brings a unique perspective to the discussion. With experience coaching women’s teams in several different countries, she can speak to the challenges faced by female athletes in different regions and the steps that can be taken to promote gender equality in the sport on a global scale.
