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"The journey in sport, especially for females, never appears to be one that is easy."
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Dorothy OkatchI would let them know that the road may be long and tough, but at the — Dorothy Okatch
"I would let them know that the road may be long and tough, but at the end of it all, it is more than worth it. I would let them know that they have to just be true to themselves and set a goal for where they want to get to if the playing field was levelled. After they imagine that, they should put in the effort and do what they can to make it happen."
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"Being an African woman, I believe we face many unique obstacles."
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"I want African girls to know and believe that they can achieve success even in fields where they don’t see others who look like them. They can step in and pave the way for many other girls to follow."
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"Media should avoid sexualising female athletes and focus on their talent rather than their appearance or how they are dressed. Representation should highlight what we contribute to our sport."
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"I believe women athletes deserve equal media coverage to their male counterparts. Our stories should be told—not just stories of struggle but also of success and achievement. This would inspire others and show them that they too can reach the top."
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"We need more women involved in various capacities within the sports industry. This not only helps us perform at our best but also reinforces that we belong. It reduces the need to fight as hard as we once did for acknowledgment and recognition."
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