December 13, 2024 - 20:52
Yetsa Adebodunde Tuakli-Wosornu, a passionate advocate for equity in sports, has emerged as a leading voice against harassment and abuse within the athletic community. Her deep-rooted connection to sports has fueled her commitment to creating safer environments for athletes of all backgrounds. Recently, she spearheaded efforts to develop a new and improved consensus statement from the International Olympic Committee focused on interpersonal violence and safeguarding in sports.
This groundbreaking initiative aims to address the pervasive issues of harassment and inequity that have long plagued the sporting world. Tuakli-Wosornu emphasizes the importance of establishing clear guidelines and support systems to protect athletes, particularly marginalized groups, from abuse. Her work is not only about raising awareness but also about implementing effective strategies to combat these issues at all levels of competition.
Through her tireless efforts, Tuakli-Wosornu is inspiring a movement toward a more equitable and safe sporting environment, ensuring that every athlete can participate without fear of harassment or discrimination.
