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By Melanie Hunter
“Cricket is increasingly popular among Afghan women, but opportunities to
participate in the sport are still rare. Women who play sports are powerful
symbols of moderation, equality and progress,” the grant said. “Their
participation in sports in public fora is a powerful visual that counters
negative narratives about the role that women should play in Afghan society.”
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan
invited eligible organizations to submit proposals for the development,
coordination, and implementation of a regional sports leadership exchange
for female cricket players from Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
About 15 participants from each of the three countries (consisting of
players, coaches, staff, and chaperones as necessary) will take part in a
week-long leadership and cricket skill-building exchange programs in each of
the three countries.
“For each exchange week, the implementing partner will work closely with
the hosting country to organize a program that includes professional cricket
training, leadership and team-building activities, cultural excursions to
familiarize guests with the host country, and friendly matches,” the grant
said.
cricket players
Female Pakistani cricket players at Asian Games (AP Photo)
“On an individual level, participating in sports helps women feel empowered
and teaches them the value of teamwork. It also gives them increased
confidence, strength, and strategic thinking abilities they can use in all
aspects of their lives,” it said.
Although India and Pakistan have “well-developed professional women’s
cricket programs,” the exchange could greatly benefit Afghanistan as it
develops its own cricket programs for women.
“A regional women’s cricket exchange between women cricket players from
Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India will build the skills of Afghan women as
cricket players, demonstrate their role as equal members in Afghan society,
increase Afghanistan’s capacity to provide opportunities for women to play
cricket at the national and regional levels, and foster positive
relationships between Afghanistan, Pakistan and India through sports,” the
grant said.
The objectives for the leadership exchange are as follows:
partnerships with the official cricket bodies and governments of each
country involved
cricket training and athletic development
strategic thinking and team-building activities
increased familiarization with host country culture
social media
outreach activities and traditional media engagement
activities to build familiarity and sustain project momentum between
exchanges
sustainability
safety, security, and outreach participation
Cricket players will take part in a week-long exchange three times a year.
“Proposals should describe what sort of activities will be planned to help
the players become and stay familiar with each other before and in-between
the exchanges and to familiarize them with the other cultures,” it said.
The grant calls for “a heavy social media aspect” to the exchange.
“Diverse social media tools such as blogging, Twitter, Facebook, a
dedicated website, and Instagram should be incorporated into the program to
allow audiences in all three countries and around the world to learn more
about the countries involved, cricket as a sport, and the women’s own
experiences,” the grant said.
“Proposals must also address how the women’s safety, security and privacy
will be handles,” the grant said. It should include a plan for how the
women will take part in “photo opportunities, social media, and media
interviews while still respecting cultural norms and expectations.”
The grant was announced on June 3, 2014, and the closing date for
applications is July 3, 2014.
CNSNews.com contacted the State Department for comment regarding the grant,
but no response was given by press time. | t***h
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: July 3, 2014 - 2:46 PM
: By Melanie Hunter
: “Cricket is increasingly popular among Afghan women, but opportunities to
: participate in the sport are still rare. Women who play sports are powerful
: symbols of moderation, equality and progress,” the grant said. “Their
: participation in sports in public fora is a powerful visual that counters
: negative narratives about the role that women should play in Afghan society.”
: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan
: invited eligible organizations to submit proposals for the development,
: coordination, and implementation of a regional sports leadership exchange
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