Tricia Fiedtkou to Chair GOA Women in Sport Commission

Dec 11, 2020 Sports

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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