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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8 Dec 2023: Australian initiatives to support and encourage participation and leadership in all aspects of sport.
21 Mar 2024: He has so far interviewed over 150 of the world’s great sports coaches. ... They are men and women who have won multiple Olympic medals and championships on both national and world stages.
4 Apr 2024: Reconfiguring the ‘playing field’ on and off the pitch - women’s professional sport in Australia. ... Sports Industry Economic Analysis: Exploring the size and growth potential of the Sport Industry in Australia.
6 Jul 2021: 09 Sep 2016. Kim Brennan, Olympic Gold Medallist - Rowing. I have so much hope for women in leadership roles, Kim Brennan.
22 Feb 2024: Governments around the world invest in major sporting events to create social, economic, and cultural benefits.
20 Mar 2023: Our results suggest that parental involvement in children’s sport increases the likelihood that the child will participate in organised sports. ... The Market Segmentation for Parents study explored parents’ attitudes and behaviours towards sports
22 Feb 2024: Major sporting events play a role in defining and bringing together national, state and local communities.
16 Jan 2024: Women. Nicole Boegman (1988, 1992, 1996). Melissa Breen (2012, 2016). Vanessa Ward (Browne) (1984, 1988). ... Close. print. prev. next. AIS Sports Awards Winners. AIS Best of the Best.
2 Jul 2024: There are many factors that can influence sports participation or non-participation.
5 Feb 2024: Women. Nicole Boegman - Gold Women’s Long Jump. Daniela Costian- Gold Women’s Discus. ... Shaun Creighton. Julian Paynter. Women. Susie Power. Image gallery. Please note - only a limited number of images from the Clearinghouse for Sport collection