Personas Maravillosas
- A Advocacy Campaign/Project
? Activity Status: Unknown
Key Information
The Personas Maravillosas (Wonderful People) program is an educational initiative launched by the Government of the Canary Islands to promote gender equality through sports. Targeted at students in schools across the islands, the project aims to raise awareness and educate about the importance of equity, respect, and inclusion within the sports field. Through workshops, hands-on activities, and teaching resources, the program encourages a sports culture free from stereotypes and discrimination, promoting values such as tolerance and teamwork.
Additionally, the program includes specific training for teachers and the creation of safe, accessible spaces for sports participation, particularly aimed at girls and women. This initiative is part of the Government of the Canary Islands' commitment to gender equality and the prevention of violence in sports.
Lead Implementing Government(s)
Location(s)
Europe & Central Asia
Spain
Government Affiliation
Government-affiliated programYears
2025 -
Partner(s)
Not applicable or unknown
Ministry Affiliation
UnknownFunder(s)
Not applicable or unknown
COVID-19 Response
UnknownGeographic Scope
Sub-nationalMeets gender-transformative education criteria from the TES
YesAreas of Work Back to Top
Education areas
Other skills
- Rights/empowerment education
Cross-cutting areas
- Sports
Program participants
Target Audience(s)
Boys in school, Girls in school
Age
Not applicable or unknown
School Enrolment Status
All in school
School Level
- Lower primary
- Upper primary
- Lower secondary
- Upper secondary
Other populations reached
Not applicable or unknown
Participants include
- N/A
Program Approaches Back to Top
Social/gender norms change
- Media campaigns
Women's empowerment programs
- Empowerment training
Program Goals Back to Top
Education goals
Not applicable or unknown
Cross-cutting goals
Not applicable or unknown