Female success stories from sporting events like the Olympic Games have played a role in shifting the Indian perception to see the female athlete as a hero and a role model for young Indian girls. Richard Attias athleteeventfemale Change image and share on social
For African societies, no issue looms larger than employment. Only vibrant entrepreneurship and thriving small businesses can hope to provide the millions of jobs that are needed. Richard Attias africanbusinessemployment Change image and share on social
Even an unsuccessful Olympic bid can be the source of change within a city if organizers adhere to their vision. Richard Attias adherebidchange Change image and share on social
The cost of infrastructure development to host a mega-event can be offset against economic growth over future decades. Richard Attias costdecadedevelopment Change image and share on social
In the organization of any major sporting event or the planning of a building, long-term thinking is key. Richard Attias buildeventkey Change image and share on social
Global sports tournaments have a range of benefits that go far beyond the games themselves. They can transform the image of a country or a region. They bring people together and reveal new possibilities to a nation's youth. Richard Attias benefitbringcountry share on social
Sporting events like the Olympics have developed and maintained a clear message of promoting gender equality as an essential criterion in the success of any international event. Richard Attias clearcriteriondevelop Change image and share on social
Sporting achievements bestow a sense of unification on the cultures and societies in which they take place and create an outpouring of nationalism and pride. Richard Attias achievementbestowcreate Change image and share on social
If women are the key to Africa's future - and I believe they are - we must figure out how to take away the barriers to their participation. Richard Attias africabarrierfigure Change image and share on social
As African economies boom and businesses are created, one of the big questions this growth raises is that of third-level education: how can Africa develop a knowledge infrastructure to rival that of the west, a sort of Harvard University in Africa? Richard Attias africaafricanbig share on social
