Session Overview
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Most decorated triathlete in Indian history Pragnya Mohan and Kiwi international footballer Katie Rood share insights on:
- climate impacts on sport
- why sport has a role to play in climate action
- the need to drop fossil fuel sponsorship
In addition, Pragnya is keen to discuss a project she’s launched called “Ek Beti Ek Cycle” meaning one daughter, one cycle. With the support of the International Olympics Committee, this initiative aims to provide rural high school girls with bicycles to cycle to school. These bicycles are recycled, donated by city school students who no longer use them.
Not only does this initiative help keep these girls in school, preventing dropouts, but it also enhances their stamina, builds confidence, and offers a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation. This project is an example of how we can fight the climate crisis while uplifting vulnerable communities.
Meet Your Speaker
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I am an Indian triathlete from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In 2019, I became the first triathlete to represent India in the Triathlon World Cup.
I am the current South Asian triathlon champion, multiple times national champion and has won gold medals at the South Asian Games and the National Games.
In 2015, I was decorated with the Eklavya Award (Senior), the highest state sports award. I am also a qualified Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
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Session Overview
Session information coming soon!
Most decorated triathlete in Indian history Pragnya Mohan and Kiwi international footballer Katie Rood share insights on:
- climate impacts on sport
- why sport has a role to play in climate action
- the need to drop fossil fuel sponsorship
In addition, Pragnya is keen to discuss a project she’s launched called “Ek Beti Ek Cycle” meaning one daughter, one cycle. With the support of the International Olympics Committee, this initiative aims to provide rural high school girls with bicycles to cycle to school. These bicycles are recycled, donated by city school students who no longer use them.
Not only does this initiative help keep these girls in school, preventing dropouts, but it also enhances their stamina, builds confidence, and offers a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation. This project is an example of how we can fight the climate crisis while uplifting vulnerable communities.
Meet Your Panel / Speakers
Pragnya Mohan
IOC Young Leader 2023-2026
I am an Indian triathlete from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. In 2019, I became the first triathlete to represent India in the Triathlon World Cup.
I am the current South Asian triathlon champion, multiple times national champion and has won gold medals at the South Asian Games and the National Games.
In 2015, I was decorated with the Eklavya Award (Senior), the highest state sports award. I am also a qualified Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Katie Rood
International Soccer Player
Kia ora, I'm Katie Rood, known as Roodie in most football circles.
I'm currently out injured after an ACL rupture and meniscus repair.
My football career involves
- Lincoln Ladies, WSL, 2012
- U20 Women's World Cup, Japan, 2012
- Juventus Women, Serie A Winners, 2018
- Bristol City WSL 2018
- Lewes FC, Women's Championship, 2019-2021
- Southampton FC, Winning promotion to the Championship 2022
- Heart of Midlothion, 4th place in the Scottish Women's Premier League 2023
- 15 caps and 5 goals for The New Zealand team.
Alongside football I am passionate about the environment, climate/social justice, equality and animal rights.
Current Activity:
- Football For Future as a Player Champion to shift the culture of Football in the UK to be more sustainable.
- Champions For Earth - an organisation striving to give athletes a platform to speak out and act on climate and environmental concerns.
- BBC World Service Radio - Women's World Cup coverage and Premier League punditry.
- UNLOCKED Women's Sports Trust Alumni, unlocking the potential of women's sport.
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