Our Programmes
6 Areas of Focus
Each programme area is designed to address a specific dimension of empowerment — together they form a comprehensive approach to sport for development.
Sport for Development
Sport as a vehicle for social change
We use sport as a powerful, proven vehicle for social transformation. Through structured sport programmes, we create safe spaces where women and girls develop confidence, leadership skills, and community belonging.
Key Activities
- Community sport events and leagues
- Leadership development through sport
- Coaches and officials training
- Advocacy campaigns in sport spaces
Disability Inclusion
Equal access, equal opportunity
WSDT is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are fully included in all sport programmes and leadership opportunities.
Key Activities
- Inclusive sport programme design
- Disability awareness training for coaches
- Accessible facilities advocacy
- Para-sport participation pathways
Mentorship & Training
Building capacity from the ground up
We invest in people. Through structured mentorship, workshops, and skills training tailored specifically to women and girls, WSDT builds the individual capacity needed for lasting change.
Key Activities
- Structured mentorship matching
- Leadership and life skills workshops
- Sport administration training
- Peer-to-peer learning networks
Safeguarding
Safe environments for everyone
Safety is non-negotiable. WSDT promotes safeguarding across all its programmes and partnerships, creating environments free from harm, abuse, or discrimination.
Key Activities
- Safeguarding policy development
- Child and adult protection training
- Safe sport reporting mechanisms
- Partner organisation capacity building
Advocacy & Networks
Amplifying voices, changing systems
WSDT acts as a convenor — bringing stakeholders together across sectors and levels to advocate for the rights and aspirations of women and girls in sport.
Key Activities
- Multi-stakeholder forums and workshops
- Policy advocacy at national level
- Strategic partnership building
- Community advocacy networks
Research & Learning
Evidence-based approaches to impact
Our work is grounded in evidence. WSDT integrates research and learning into its programmes, ensuring approaches are continuously refined, scaled and shared.
Key Activities
- Programme monitoring and evaluation
- Community needs assessments
- Knowledge sharing and publications
- Sector collaboration and learning
How We Work
Our Approach
WSDT's model is built around interconnected stages that drive sustainable, community-led change.
Partnerships
We Work Better Together
WSDT's impact is multiplied through strategic partnerships with sport bodies, government departments, NGOs, and community organisations. We welcome partnerships that share our commitment to inclusive, equitable sport development.
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