Game Changer, a new project aimed at raising awareness and action through sport to tackle Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (DSGBV), has been launched on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (Monday, 25th November 2024).
Game Changer is a partnership between Ruhama, the GAA, and White Ribbon Ireland, supported by the LGFA and Camogie Associations, with funding from the Government of Ireland, led by Cuan under the aegis of the Department of Justice. This three-year project will seek to harness the positive influence of Gaelic Games to challenge the social and cultural norms that contribute to gender-based violence and sexual exploitation and aims to deliver positive behaviour change throughout society.
Barbara Condon, CEO of Ruhama, said:
“Game Changer has been born out of the GAA family, White Ribbon Ireland and Ruhama’s proactive and innovative commitment to confronting violence against women and fostering a safe environment both in sport and society. The GAA is the heartbeat of communities, reaching every town, village and city countrywide. Sexual violence and sexual exploitation remain very hidden in society, this project brings visibility locally, regionally and nationally, working towards zero tolerance to Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. Our hope is that this project has a significant impact on women’s safety in Ireland and inspires other sports organisations to take similar stands”.
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