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Tricia Fiedtkou to Chair GOA Women in Sport Commission
Cristy Campbell
Runita White
The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) has appointed seven women as its Women in Sport Commission to chart a way forward for the growth of women in the sport.
Experienced Sports Administrator Mrs. Tricia Fiedtkou who is a well renowned Travel Agent/Manager and of hockey fame has been named the Chairperson of the commission.
Britney van Lange
Onefa George
The other members are Ms. Cristy Campbell-Editor/Entrepeneur/Tennis; Ms. Onefa George – CPCE/Teacher/Physical Education; Mrs. Emily Ramdhani – Banker/Badminton; Ms. Britney van Lange – Engineering Psychologist/GDF LT/Olympian Swimmer; Ms. Runita White – Assistant Manager/Powerlifting; Ms. Tatiana Woodroffe – Entrepreneur/Swimming Coach.
The objective of this Commission is in keeping with that of Panam Sports – To ensure the constant growth of women in both sport and leadership.
Tricia Fiedtkou
Emily Ramdhani
Some of the work will involve facilitating connections between potential players and the National Associations/Clubs, raising awareness of gender equality, sexual harassment in sport and anti-doping.
According to the Chairperson, Mrs Fiedtkou – “I am excited to be heading this diverse group of professional, independent and accomplished women and we will do our best to create a strong base to empower our girls and women for the future.” The first engagement in 2021 will be a Women in Sports Leadership Workshop.
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