Richmond News
Hundreds of people, including 150 young girls, turned out on the weekend in Richmond to take part in a soccer-based event to promote inclusion and empower young girls from all backgrounds.
The day camp at South Arm Park on Sunday was organized by youth soccer club Richmond FC (RFC), along with Voices of Muslim Women (VMW), Coho Commissary and the City of Richmond.
The aim, according to RFC’s Marius Roevde, was to “foster an environment where young girls can not only hone their soccer skills but also forge meaningful connections” to build towards female leadership.
And it certainly did that, and more, with the event “exceeding expectations” and “leaving a positive mark on all those who participated” said Roevde. …
The camp was also attended by Mayor Malcolm Brodie, MP Parm Bains and teacher/anti-racism advocate Sara Raouf, who gave an inspirational address to the participants. …