VOICED : International Women's Day: portrait of a Lebanese trapshooter

The speaker, a Lebanese trap shooter, discusses her journey to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, influenced by her athletic family. She faced gender stereotypes in shooting, a sport traditionally seen as male-dominated. Despite challenges, she proved her capabilities by winning over 20 medals, advocating for gender equality and empowering women in sports.

What sport does the speaker represent Lebanon in?

• Swimming

• Basketball

• Trap Shooting

• Volleyball

What challenge did the speaker face when starting her career in shooting?

• Lack of training facilities

• Language barriers

• Stereotypes about women in shooting

• Financial constraints

What is the speaker's view on shooting as a sport?

• It is a lovely and feminine sport

• It is a dangerous sport

• It is a sport only for men

• It is not suitable for women

How many medals has the speaker won for Lebanon?

• More than 20

• 20

• 15

• 10

What does the speaker suggest to improve gender equality in sports in Lebanon?

• Limit men's participation in certain sports

• Focus only on traditional sports for women

• Empower women to participate in all sports

• Increase funding for women's sports