RugbyHER : Empowering women through Rugby
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Purpose & Goals
This project aims to empower women and girls in Nepal through rugby by:
Increasing female participation in rugby at the grassroots level
Developing leadership skills via coaching/mentoring components
Promoting gender equality and shifting social perceptions around women in sport
Methodology & Key Components
Needs Assessment
Identify barriers and opportunities for women’s involvement in rugby
Goal Setting
Define targets like participation growth, leadership engagement, and community advocacy
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with schools, clubs, organizations, and local authorities
Program Design
Deliver player development, coaching and leadership modules, and community events
Resource Allocation
Secure funding, equipment, staff, and facilities
Recruitment and Outreach:
Target female players through schools, clubs, and community networks
Player Development
Provide inclusive, skill-building rugby training in a supportive setting
Coaching & Leadership Training
rain and mentor female coaches and leaders
Community Engagement
Raise awareness around gender equality through events and activities
Monitoring & Evaluation
Track progress, gather feedback, and adjust programming
Partnerships & Sustainability
Build long-term relationships with clubs, schools, and sponsors
Celebration & Recognition
Highlight success stories and role models
👥 Who’s Involved
The initiative is spearheaded by Play Rugby Nepal, a grassroots-focused rugby development organization operating in Kathmandu and across Nepal. RugbyHER is listed alongside other projects like RugbyRise and TackleSuccess under their umbrella of impact-driven programming
💡 Impact & Ambition
The project is built to be holistic and scalable, combining on-field training with off-field leadership opportunities. Its emphasis on stakeholder collaboration, community engagement, and sustainability suggests long-term ambition to influence social norms and empower participants throughout Nepal.