In Australia, women are under-represented in organised sport—as participants, coaches, officials, administrators, and board members—when compared to their male cohort. A variety of strategies exist to help equalise opportunities for girls and women, however, concerns continue on how gender bias may prevent them from receiving the full benefits sport and physical activity (PA) can offer.
Read moreIn practical terms ‘sport’ is defined by its social interpretation as well as its strong association with physical exertion and performance measures. What we perceive as ‘sport’ in one instance may not be in another; sport takes on many forms and is constantly changing based upon societal norms, trends, and new directions.
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4 Apr 2024: The promotion of women in sport has been identified by the Australian Government as a key focus area for the future development of sport in Australia. ... The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is working towards achieving greater recognition of
16 Nov 2023: Pip Taylor, Women in High Performance Coaching Project Leader, Consultant. Paul Thompson, High Performance Director, Rowing Australia. ... Michelle has worked and volunteered in educational, club, state, national and international sport settings.
4 Oct 2022: 19 Aug 2022. Robyn Tyler. Free paper title: Breast injuries, pain and support in Australian women’s rugby league: perception of coaching/medical staff.
22 Feb 2024: The ability to host successful major events signals competence and projects positive perceptions of Australia.
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4 Apr 2024: Over the past 12 months, SportWest has partnered with ACIL Allen and a range of sports to develop an actual value of WA community sport. ... Sport Australia engaged Nielsen Sports to identify, and achieve consensus around, the drivers and barriers for