In Conversation: Honey Thaljieh

hosted by Miriam Walker-Khan

Presented by: Migration Matters Fest

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0	SHEFFIELD: Millenium Gallery
P	Saturday 17th June, 2023
N	3:30pm

Event information

Join us for an inspiring and empowering in conversation about the intersections of sports, resilience and migration as Honey Thaljieh speaks about her journey with Sky Sports journalist, Miriam Walker-Khan.

Honey Thaljieh is the co-founder of women’s football in Palestine, the first captain of the Palestinian national team, and the first Arab woman to obtain a FIFA Master and work at FIFA.

Thaljieh defied all social restrictions and political barriers, and became a role model to women and girls throughout the Arab world. Today, Honey continues her efforts as ambassador and member of influential international organizations around the world to empower women and children through sports, and to promote equality and non-violence through football.

As Corporate Communications Manager for FIFA, Honey designs and implements pro-social football programs around the world.