International Day of Girl Child: 10,000 to Participate in ‘Abuja All Girls Colour Run’

The African Centre for Youth Sports and Development (ACYSD) has revealed that about 10,000 girls from across the FCT and its environs are expected to participate at the All Girls Colour Run event which is meant to mark this year’s edition of the International Day of the Girl Child.

The event will be preceded by a conference on October 11 and 12 where influential figures, advocates, and champions of girls’ rights would brainstorm on strategies for empowering girls through sports.

This was contained in a statement made available to the media by the founder and Executive Director of ACYSD, Yinka Suleiman.

 She noted that the events would be held in partnership with other local and international organisations.

She said the conference will address challenges faced by girls in sports and explore ways to increase their participation. Distinguished members from the international community, sports advocates, top athletes, and notable women will grace the occasion.

“And for the (All Girls Colour Run), which is a vibrant 5km fun run celebrating girls’ participation in sports and wellness is aimed at promoting physical activity, self-expression, and camaraderie among girls.

ACYSD believes in the transformative power of sports to empower girls and address the unique challenges they face. By organizing these events, we seek to create a platform for dialogue, inspiration, and practical solutions” she stressed.