What is Ronjabollen?
Ronjabollen (or “Ronja ball”), takes its name from the strong young woman who is the title character in Astrid Lindgren’s book “Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter”. Ronjabollen invites young girls, from communities in need, to be physically active during their leisure time and find a sports club.
For better well-being
During the training sessions, the girls develop socially and physically by engaging in the training exercises. In addition to physical training, the sessions provide a place to reflect on one’s thoughts and values, as well as working with mentors on other important aspects of personal development.
Ronjabollen engages young girls in sports, aiming to increase participation and freedom of action for girls who usually do not have access to sports. These girls live with honor-related norms, limitations, and repression where they can’t hang out with whoever they want, dress how they want, or participate in recreational activities or community life.
Ronjabollen provides an opportunity to engage with the girls, and give them meaningful leisure time and opportunities that challenge their situation and way of thinking. The goal is to encourage inclusiveness, raise awareness of mental and physical well-being, and to give these girls an opening into the community and sports world.
