Gender Equality
Empowering Girls through Sports: Promoting Gender Equality and Self-Defense
The IYSA (Empowerment through Youth Self-Defense & Awareness) program represents a distinctive initiative focused on self-defense for girls aged 10 and older. This program transcends mere physical defense techniques; it also fosters mental fortitude, enabling girls to navigate trauma in challenging circumstances. At IYSA, our dedication to advancing gender equality is reflected in our emphasis on self-defense, sports, and emotional resilience, equipping every girl with the necessary tools to safeguard herself and evolve into a confident, empowered individual.
Empowering Girls for Gender Equality
The mission of IYSA is to assist girls, especially those from marginalized communities, in cultivating confidence, strength, and resilience.
We assert that the foundation of gender equality lies in empowering girls to defend themselves—both physically and emotionally. Our objectives include:
- Advancing gender equality by fostering confidence and self-advocacy among girls.
- Providing girls with essential physical self-defense skills for their protection.
- Encouraging mental resilience to enable girls to cope with trauma and remain strong in adversity.
- Ensuring equitable access to empowerment by offering our programs to underprivileged youth.
Reaching Underprivileged Children
IYSA is committed to guaranteeing that girls from economically disadvantaged backgrounds receive equal opportunities for self-defense training and mental health support. We partner with schools and non-governmental organizations to extend our program to those who require it the most.
The Outcomes of IYSA
- Enhanced confidence and self-esteem.
- Improved emotional health and resilience against trauma.
- A deeper understanding of gender equality.
- Better physical fitness and overall health.