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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12 Aug 2020: Women in Sport - 14/9/2020 (updated)(PDF • 2.1 mb). ... Women in Sport - 11/9/2019 (updated)(PDF • 980.3 kb).
25 Jun 2024: The benefits of regular sport and physical activity are numerous and supported by a broad body of research and evidence.
4 Oct 2022: 19 Aug 2022. Various.
27 Jun 2024: Research has identified a number of factors that can motivate or provide barriers to participation in sport.
19 Mar 2024: Tracy Taylor, Wendy O'Brien, Kristine Toohey & Clare Hanlon (2023) "The psychological contract of women athletes in semi-professional team sports", Sport Management Review, DOI: 10.1080/14413523.2023.2243110. ... PAs for two popular sports collaborated
1 Feb 2024: Sport and recreation activities. SLSA also serves as the National Sporting Organisation for surf sports as competitive and recreational activities. ... Office for Sport. The Office for Sport sits within the Department of Health.
4 Sep 2021: Developing and Supporting High Performance Women Coaches - Transcript(PDF • 300.8 kb).
1 Dec 2023: Biography. Kevin is the High Performance Manager at the South Australian Sports Institute. ... Kevin has over 27 years of international experience in high-performance sport coaching and leadership roles.
6 Jul 2021: 09 Sep 2016. Kim Brennan, Olympic Gold Medallist - Rowing. I have so much hope for women in leadership roles, Kim Brennan.
11 Oct 2023: Mick Garnett, CEO, Wheelchair Sports NSW/ACT. Mike Fox, Participation Advisor, ASC and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Volunteer. ... Meaningful check ins that minimise burnout. We know that for sport to increase and retain volunteers it will be important