In the SportIn Global podcast, Ole Martin Vebenstad and Katie Simmonds discuss the development of SIGA, which is an independent and neutral coalition of global leaders in sport, government, business and civil society.
What is it?
In the SportIn Global podcast, the duo discuss their journey through the sports industry, the purpose behind the Sport Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) and equality within the industry.
Who is it?
Katie Simmonds – Global Chief Operating Officer of Sport Integrity Global Alliance
Ole Martin Vebenstad – Founder and CEO of SportIn Global
What is being said?
When quizzed on the SIGA Youth Forum and why it is important to educate younger people on the issues that can arise with sports integrity, Simmonds said: “I think the key lessons that I learnt was that young people are more conscious. They’re certainly holding more brands accountable.
“Young people are not often given the opportunity to speak up – there is always a hierarchy and we need to break that down. Just because we’re older, it doesn’t mean that we can hold on to that power. I really believe that we should be empowering the youth.”
Why should I watch it?
To learn more about the work of SIGA and the issues facing sports integrity.
Where can I see more?
Source: SportIn Global YouTube