In this episode of the GESP podcast, host Ruža, grassroot manager of FA Serbia, engages with Monica Janevikj, a volleyball referee and physical education teacher from North Macedonia, to discuss the status of women in sports.

Monica shares her journey into volleyball, influenced by her family’s deep ties to the sport, and her rise to the highest level of refereeing in her country.

They explore the challenges Monica faces as a female referee, including gender discrimination and lack of recognition. The conversation also highlights the importance of encouraging girls’ participation in sports and addressing parental attitudes to create a supportive environment.