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Grassroots to Greatness

PROJECT
Female Rights | Gender Equality | Sport
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Grassroots to Greatness (75 min) features the inspiring journey of five Malawian women as they navigate the world of football, at local pitches and the global stage.

 

It captures how football empowers women, reshaping their lives and uplifting their communities in Malawi. And examines the key challenges impacting the development and growth of players.

Key questions the documentary will explore â€‹â€‹

  1. How does football empower Malawian women?
    How does the sport serve as a tool for personal growth, self-expression, and social change?

  2. What are the challenges women face in football?
    How do cultural and social values influence the development of players’ identities, on and off the field? 

  3. How can grassroots players overcome the same challenges faced by global stars, and what can be learned from their experiences?

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What this documentary can do

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Immediate benefits

  • Play a leading role in advocating on equal rights in women football

  • Enhance visibility of club and women football in Malawi

  • Enhance fan engagement through backstories of players and club

 

Long-term benefits

  • Increased Investment: Greater financial and structural support from governing bodies, sponsors, and governments.

  • Gender Equality Policies: Ensuring equal pay, facilities, and opportunities across all levels of football.

  • Cultural Change: Challenge stereotypes and promote the value ofwomen’s football globally.

Practical info 

Purpose

  • Play a leading role in advocating on equal rights in women football

  • Enhance visibility of women football in Malawi​

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Needed

  • Funding 

  • Co-producer

  • Distribution Partners

  • Legal Advisor

  • Cultural or Ethical Oversight Bodies

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