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Empowering Girls Through Football, Education and STEM!

October 31, 2026 - Minister of Education, Honourable Sonia Parag earlier today attended the official launch of the ExxonMobil Girls in Football & STEM Programme, an initiative designed to empower young girls through the intersection of sports, education and technology.

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Supported by ExxonMobil and spearheaded by the Vurlon Mills Football Academy Inc. (VMFA), the programme will en

gage girls from eight secondary schools, providing opportunities to develop their football skills, strengthen their competencies in Mathematics and English, and explore exciting pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Beyond the playing field and the classroom, the initiative seeks to build confidence, nurture leadership, strengthen essential life skills and encourage greater female participation in sports and STEM-related fields.

The Ministry of Education recognises the importance of initiatives such as these in promoting the holistic development of young people and creating opportunities for girls to discover their potential, challenge boundaries and pursue their aspirations.

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