Silver Strikers Football Club has equipped its women’s team players with knowledge and skills to identify, prevent and report different forms of abuse through a Safeguarding Women’s Football Workshop held at Forty Four Hotel Conference Centre in Area 44, Lilongwe.
The workshop forms part of the club’s efforts to promote a safe and supportive environment for female footballers as the team continues preparations for the upcoming season and the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifiers.
The players applauded the initiative, describing it as an important platform that has empowered them to understand their rights and the appropriate channels for reporting abuse and misconduct.
Senior player Madyina Ngulube said the lessons gained from the workshop will play a significant role in addressing safeguarding issues affecting women in football.
“We have learnt a lot from the workshop. As players, we now know what to do if we become victims of abuse, where to report such cases and how to engage the relevant authorities who can assist us. We have also gained a better understanding of how to protect ourselves and those around us,” she said.
Ngulube further encouraged female footballers to remain vigilant and proactive in identifying situations that may threaten their safety and wellbeing.
The workshop was facilitated by safeguarding specialist Jannike Tiwonge Kamfose, who highlighted that abuse and harassment remain challenges affecting women in sport across the world.
She noted that many victims often suffer in silence due to limited awareness of the reporting mechanisms and support structures available to them.
Kamfose stressed the importance of continuous education and awareness in creating safer sporting environments where female athletes can thrive without fear of abuse, or exploitation.
Silver Strikers Ladies are currently in camp as they intensify preparations for the new season and their participation in the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifiers.
