FAME foundation was established to solicit, encourage and advance the social, emotional and economic wellbeing of women and girls as well as formulate programmes within the framework of national development plan with a view to enhancing the participation of women and advocate for gender parity in the society.
FAME foundation firmly believe that the entire nation, businesses, communities and groups can benefit from the implementation of programs and policies that adopt the notion of women empowerment.
FAME Foundation, in collaboration with Laureus Sport for Good, held its monthly life skills development through sport session as part of the PLAY it DREAM it initiative.
The event was held at LEA Primary school, Jabi Kpadna, Abuja on September 28, 2023, featured a total of 80 children, 60 girls and 20 boys.
The session was aimed at using sports as a tool to promote, teamwork, education and unity amongst the children.
The session began with light aerobics led by PD coach Musa Mohammed Tanko, in which all of the children engaged.
They created a team and participated in sports that improved their stamina and interest for cooperation.
The light aerobics also encouraged the children to participate actively in other activities.
Ms. Inyene Idiong led the mentorship session and encouraged the children to always be helpful to their parents at home.
She additionally spoke to them about balancing schoolwork and housework. She advised them not to let housework prevent them from participating fully in school.
She also recommended them to take an afternoon nap in order to feel refreshed and energized all day.
The children participated in an interactive session where they asked questions and also gave suggestions on how to combine schoolwork and house chores.