Nigeria’s Iyeneobong Essien and Elizabeth Ayanacho Featured in Malala Fund’s 30 Game Changers List for 2020
”If girls see that what I am doing is actually making me famous and I seem to enjoy it, they might like to find a profession that they will love to do in the future and also be noticed for their efforts.” – Iyeneobong Essien
Iyeneobong Essien and Elizabeth Ayanacho are two young Nigerians recently featured as part of the 2020 30 Game Changers list by Assembly, a digital publication for young women by the Malala Fund organization. Assembly is a digital newsletter and publication from Malala Fund. It is a platform for girls and young women around the world to share their thoughts, challenges, and accomplishments.
The 2020 Games Changers were selected from 24 countries. These Game Changers include footballers, skateboarders, gamers, swimmers, runners, golfers, skiers, surfers, fencers, softball players and martial artists. Some have also competed at the Olympics and Paralympics.
In a statement by the organization, “This year’s game changers are challenging discrimination and lack of diversity in their sports. They are changing perceptions of people with disabilities. They are paving the way for other young women and they are speaking out to help every girl learn. Each one is a testament to the incredible potential of girls and women when given the opportunity to learn and lead.”