Leah Williamson Addresses Gender Battles in Her Football Career at UN Summit
Key points:
- Leah Williamson, England captain, spoke at the United Nations' Sustainability Development Goals Summit about the gender battles she has faced in her football career.
- She highlighted the need to challenge gender stereotypes and create a level playing field for girls globally.
- Williamson emphasized the importance of empowering young girls and paving the way for their success in sports.
Leah Williamson, the captain of the England women’s football team, spoke at the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals Summit in New York about the gender inequality battles she has faced throughout her career. She discussed the importance of challenging gender stereotypes and providing equal opportunities for girls globally. Williamson also addressed the role of football in improving the safety and empowerment of women and young girls. She highlighted her recent visit to a Syrian refugee camp, where football has helped create a sense of belonging and well-being. This is the first time an England women’s footballer has spoken at the UN.
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