⚖️ Neftaly: Promoting Gender Equity through National Sports Policies and Programs
Neftaly is at the forefront of advocating for gender equity in sports across Southern Africa. Through strategic partnerships, policy development, and community engagement, Neftaly works to dismantle barriers and create inclusive sporting environments for women and girls.
????️ Policy Advocacy and Development
- South Africa’s Women in Sport Policy Framework (2025): Neftaly aligns with the South African government’s commitment to gender equity in sports, as outlined in the Women in Sport Policy Framework. This policy aims to promote gender equality, equity, and mainstreaming in and through South African sport to transform the ecosystem and ensure equal opportunities for women and girls in sports. Department of Social Development
- National Investment in Women’s Sports (2025): In 2025, South Africa strengthened its policy in favor of women’s sport with targeted investment and a structuring legal framework. This includes earmarking funds for the integration of sport into the school curriculum and promoting sport at the community level, reinforcing the framework adopted in December 2024, guaranteeing a legal basis for equality in sport. Africa24 TV
???? Strategic Partnerships and Capacity Building
- Collaboration with TAFISA and AUSC Region 5: Neftaly collaborates with organizations like TAFISA and the African Union Sport Council Region 5 to promote the Sport for All movement. This partnership focuses on increasing participation in physical activity and sports, with a particular emphasis on gender empowerment through programs like the Women Leadership Mentorship in Sport for All. sportanddev
- Community Engagement and Advocacy: Neftaly actively engages communities through awareness campaigns, workshops, and partnerships to promote youth rights, gender equality, mental health awareness, and social cohesion. This grassroots approach ensures that gender equity in sports is not only a policy objective but also a lived reality for individuals in various communities. southernafricayouth.org
???? Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact
- Award-Winning Programs: Neftaly’s commitment to gender equity and social change has been recognized through awards such as the R300,000 MTN Award for Social Change. This recognition underscores the effectiveness of Neftaly’s programs in promoting gender equity in sports and other sectors. wecanchange.co.za
???? Regional and Global Initiatives
- Sport for All Movement in Southern Africa: Neftaly supports the Sport for All movement in Southern Africa, focusing on increasing participation in physical activity and sports. This initiative aims to create inclusive environments that promote gender equity and empower women and girls through sports. sportanddev