Laila Ali Joins Hands With NFL Star Jalen Hurts and Women Sports Foundation to Help Young Female Athletes

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April 21, 2018 – Los Angeles, California, U.S – Saturday 21 April 2018, LosAngeles, Ca., The 23rd Annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is underway atthe University of Southern California campus. Pictured is four-time undefeatedboxing world champion, cooking personality, and passionate health advocate,Laila Ali. Los Angeles U.S. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY – ZUMAp12420180421_zaa_p124_536 Copyright: xRexxAtienzax

Seven years in the wake of the Greatest of all Time Fighter, Muhammad Ali, his daughter has extended his legacy of social work. In a world that seeks desperate help, Laila Ali has stepped up to be the beacon of hope. The former boxing champion has on multiple counts been vocal about celebrities taking the lead in bringing change to mitigate the struggles of communities on the margin.

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She has perpetually channeled the belief systems of her father in her social work. Ali once said, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth”. His daughter has now personified his views. Her affinity to make sports more accessible for female athletes has nudged her into another avenue of work.

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The former super middleweight champion has on different occasions furthered her concern for women in sports. She has been vocal about making sports as accessible as possible. Recently, she also joined hands with the Women’s Sports Foundation in their pursuit of making sports a conducive environment for female athletes. Joining her were American Footballers Jalen Hurts, former soccer player Carli Lloyd, Star Wright, and also the Philadelphia Eagles for Operation Strife in increasing girls’ access to youth sports by furnishing them with apt equipment.

The organization’s Fly: FWD mission is to get about 30, 000 sports bras to young female athletes. This is for those who otherwise lack the resources to access the necessary sports gear.

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On Instagram she said, “We were all proud to see the smiles on the faces of the young girls in attendance who were inspired by our presence and hopefully will going forward knowing that they are not overlooked!”

This is not the first time she has undertaken social work. Earlier, she was also associated with NBC’s reality program “Stars Earn Stripes”. She took part in raising money for a charity that supports veterans and their children.

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Her unwavering efforts in supporting women into success can be found in detail through her book, “Reach!” A story translated from her own life experiences, it speaks about spirituality and the human nature of giving back to society.

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Laila Ali’s journey is one that inspires many women who wish to transgress the norms. A true spirit of humanity she has further redefined the way one looks at their journey in public life. As she emerges as a true humanitarian at heart, she gives us a glimpse of a young Muhammad Ali who always advocated for social equality.

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