120 Young Girls Participate in FIA Girls on Track at Jeddah E-Championship

120 Young Girls Participate in FIA Girls on Track at Jeddah E-Championship
Jeddah, February 15: Ahead of the first Jeddah E-Prix, the FIA, Formula E management, and participating teams organized several events at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit to educate and inspire 120 young local girls. The FIA Girls on Track initiative is specifically aimed at increasing female participation in Formula E. Girls aged 12 to 18 were given the opportunity to learn about various aspects of the motorsport industry for free through this initiative.

On Friday, the day before the race, these events included career talks, a pit lane walk, activities in the Gaming Arena, and partner workshops led by inspirational women from within the paddock.

In addition to the on-site events, Formula E co-hosted a panel discussion at the University of Business and Technology (UBT). 70 selected UBT students participated in discussions with an expert panel from Formula E. The students asked questions about the inaugural Jeddah E-Prix, race week operations, sustainable racing, diversity initiatives, and Formula E’s focus on innovation.

Speaking about the initiative, Julia Pallé, VP of Sustainability at Formula E, said: “These programs and initiatives benefit the people in our host communities and the environment in the areas where we race. Here in Jeddah this weekend, we continue to ensure our race weekend is delivered to the highest sustainability standards, while also championing and supporting equity, community, and environmental action.”

Laiali Al-Zahrani, an 18-year-old Saudi student who took part in the event, said: “The experience was incredible. We got to meet some of the drivers, meet amazing people, and learn how team members work together to win. We learned how teamwork is so important. We also learned how communication and organization are essential to make everything efficient and safe.”