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Dr. Sadia Sheikh

Dr. Sadia Sheikh is the founder of Diya Women Football Club and a pioneer of women’s football in Pakistan. Dr Sadia Sheikh established Diya Women Football Club in 2002 to create opportunities for girls in sports and to empower women through football. Dr Sadia Sheikh has dedicated more than 16 years to social change by using football as a tool for education health awareness and gender equality.

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Dr Sadia Sheikh and Diya Women Football Club were officially invited by the British High Commission for an international football meetup and concert

Dr Sadia Sheikh represented Pakistan among international players at the event

continues expanding Diya Women Football Club programs in Sindh and Balochistan

she is running awareness campaigns on gender equality and hygiene

collaborates with Right To Play for community programs

continues strengthening leadership roles in women football associations

Career Highlights

Present
International Representation
International Representation
Dr Sadia Sheikh represents Pakistan globally as FIFA certified administrator and AFC match commissioner
2020 onwards
Leadership Roles
Leadership Roles
Dr Sadia Sheikh became Chairperson Sindh Women Football Association and President Sindh Women Futsal Association
2018
National Recognition
National Recognition
Dr Sadia Sheikh received national recognition through awards
2017
Street Children Initiative
Street Children Initiative
Dr Sadia Sheikh initiated football programs for street children focusing on leadership and personal growth
2010 onwards
Youth Development Expansion
Youth Development Expansion
Dr Sadia Sheikh launched structured programs in sports education and health
2006
Recognition by PFF
Recognition by PFF
Diya Women Football Club was recognized by Pakistan Football Federation under the leadership of Dr Sadia Sheikh
2002
Foundation of DWFC
Foundation of DWFC
Dr Sadia Sheikh founded Diya Women Football Club to promote women football in Pakistan

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Personal Life

Early Life

Name: Dr Sadia Sheikh
Birth Place: Pakistan

Education

F G Minwalla School
St Joseph’s College
Masters from University of Karachi
Honorary Doctorate from University of Maryland

Sports Background

National level football and hockey player
Started football career in Sharjah from grade 4

Experience

Dr Sadia Sheikh has over 25 years of experience in sports
Dr Sadia Sheikh has 11 years coaching experience at Haque Academy

Lifestyle

Leadership Driven Life

Focused on empowering young girls through structured football programs

Active Sports Routine

Daily involvement in coaching training and mentoring athletes

Community Engagement

Regular work in rural and underprivileged areas

 

Educational Advocacy

Dr Sadia Sheikh promotes education alongside sports

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Who is Dr Sadia Sheikh

Dr Sadia Sheikh is founder of Diya Women Football Club and pioneer of women football in Pakistan

Diya Women Football Club is Pakistan’s first women football club led by Dr Sadia Sheikh

Dr Sadia Sheikh is FIFA certified administrator and AFC match commissioner

The process of providing women with equal rights, opportunities, and agency to make strategic life choices, ultimately fostering self-worth and independence.

Dr Sadia Sheikh works as Director Sports at Greenwich University

Dr Sadia Sheikh Says:

“Dr Sadia Sheikh believes football is not just a game but a powerful tool to build confidence dignity and opportunity for every girl”

 
 
 

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