Osaka launches initiative for girl athletes on International Day of the Girl Child

On October 11, 2021 - International Day of the Girl Child, tennis superstar Naomi Osaka announced that she is launching a new initiative that would increase opportunities for young females to participate in sports around the world.

The four-time Grand Slam champion revealed that she is expanding her programs around the world, in conjunction with the Laureus Sports for Good Foundation, with the goal of increasing the participation of women in sport at all levels.

“International Day of the Girl exists, because opportunities – including access to play and participate in sport – aren’t the same for girls,” said Osaka.

“Our newest community partnerships, as well as our existing relationships – which are each using sport to uplift, inspire and empower young women and girls – represent an opportunity to change that. Together, we’ll help girls find their way to those opportunities that might seem out of reach."

The former World No.1 hopes to use this initiative to empower girls and young females around the world, enabling them to grow in self-confidence and broaden their horizons.

“Sport gives you confidence; it teaches you leadership and resilience, and better prepares you for whatever comes your way. Sport has given me so much, and I can’t wait to see where these incredible programs in LA, Tokyo and Haiti take the girls,” added the 23-year old.

“Sport has changed my world. By letting me travel to many different places and experiencing so many new things that I definitely wouldn't have experienced if I wasn't playing tennis.”

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