VOICED : Ethiopian girls take on gender stereotypes at the skatepark

The video highlights the challenges faced by girls in Ethiopia who want to skate, due to gender stereotypes. It introduces an all-female skating group founded by Sessina Shilah, which has taught over 150 girls to skate. The group provides a positive outlet for young girls in a country with limited opportunities due to civil unrest. Skating empowers these girls, helping them overcome societal norms and find joy in the sport.

What is one of the main challenges girls face when trying to skateboard?

• High cost of skateboarding

• Lack of proper equipment

• Societal stereotypes and expectations

• Insufficient training facilities

Who founded the all-female skateboarding group?

• Addis Ababa

• Ethiopia Scaped

• Sessina Shilah

• Mickey Asphal

How many girls have been taught to skate by the group since its founding?

• Over 100

• More than 150

• Around 200

• Less than 50

What is one of the goals of the skateboarding project in Addis Ababa?

• To build more skate parks

• To compete internationally

• To provide a positive outlet for frustrations

• To create professional skateboarders

How does skateboarding help the girls in Addis Ababa?

• It helps them overcome fears and societal norms

• It helps them earn money

• It provides them with academic opportunities

• It allows them to travel abroad