Held at the end of the three-day activities, the seminars brought together groups of local women who learnt practical tools to help protect themselves against gender-based violence. The events highlighted the important role Karate can play in building safer communities.
The open seminars took place after the completion of a WKF’s instructors’ course, which certified a group of Karate instructors to deliver the Guardian Girls Karate Programme across the Oceania region. The programme was also formally introduced at a special event held at Government House in Adelaide, marking a key milestone for the initiative.
The open seminars were led by WKF Head Instructor Amy Connell, supported by four newly qualified instructors. Together, they provided hands-on training focused on awareness, prevention, and confidence-building through Karate-based techniques.
Karate continues to show its value and legacy beyond the sport, especially in helping address serious social challenges. Created by the World Karate Federation (WKF), the Koyamada International Foundation (KIF) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Guardian Girls Karate programme is a global initiative designed to equip women with practical tools for self-protection and empowerment through Karate training.
Learn more about the Guardian Girls Karate programme on WKF.net and the Guardian Girls Karate Instagram page: @guardiangirlskarate
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