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202223 minGdocumentary

Adaptive Sports Gender Equality

Nomad Girl

202223 minGdocumentary

A girl from a nomadic tribe achieves success in king boxing while advocating for local girls to join training classes in the "Black Tent."

Adaptive Sports Gender Equality

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Roohollah Akbari

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A girl from a nomadic tribe achieves success in king boxing while advocating for local girls to join training classes in the "Black Tent."

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In a nomadic community, a young girl defies traditional beliefs about female participation in sports. She excels in king boxing, a sport often discouraged for girls in her culture. With determination, she advocates for local families to support their daughters' involvement in training sessions held in the "Black Tent" of the Nomads. Through her efforts, she aims to change perceptions and encourage more girls to pursue athletic opportunities. The documentary runs for 23 minutes and was released in 2022.

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