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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6 Jul 2021: 09 Sep 2016. Kim Brennan, Olympic Gold Medallist - Rowing. I have so much hope for women in leadership roles, Kim Brennan.
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Women’s and mixed classes are increasing in Olympic sailing, however Australia’s depth and performance is declining in these classes. ... There is a lack of gender balance in the sailing high performance pathway and women are under-represented in the
This project seeks to contribute to engaging men as allies within sport coaching through exploring their knowledge and understanding of gender and diversity responsive coaching and associated practices. ... z.avner@deakin.edu.au. Project Partner.
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
Access/Audience:. Open. Date:. 2020. Title:. Workplace Experiences of Women with Disability in Sport Organisations. ... Type:. Academic Article. Details:. Hanlon. C. & Taylor, T. (2022). Workplace Experiences of Women with Disability in Sport
Women and girls' participation in male-dominated sports. Research aim: To gain an understanding of women and girls’ participation and experiences in traditionally male-dominated sports. ... Year completed: 2022. Status: Completed. Project ID:
Type. Published (on website). Details:. Office for Women in Sport and Recreation, Change Our Game website. ... Access/Audience:. Open. Date:. 2021. Title:. Effects of sport uniform policy changes to girls and women.
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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.