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 Oct 2022: The inaugural Women in Sport Congress is brought to you by the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine (LASEM) Research Centre, and the AIS Female Performance and Health Initiative.
29 Nov 2023: Many women in sport have been recognised over the years for their contribution to sport and society.
11 Nov 2021: Australian Sports Commission (2014) Women in Sport Broadcasting Analysis [final report] (PDF • 6.3 mb). ... Australian Sports Commission (1992) Prime Ministerial Women and Sport Awards 1992(PDF • 7.3 mb).
6 Feb 2024: Supporting the ongoing collaborative work of AUSPIN member agencies.
9 May 2024: Research has identified a number of factors that can motivate or provide barriers to participation in sport.
9 Feb 2023: Sports recruitment. Opportunities for careers in sport and recreation in Australia. ... If you are not a member of the Clearinghouse for Sport please join now.
13 May 2024: 4. The Sport Advisory Council was dissolved, with the aim of establishing a sports commission. ... The inquiry into sports funding and administration (also known as the 'Martin Report'), focused on sports participation funding, particularly for women and
22 Feb 2024: Time for change, we need more women in sports leadership. Change Our Game Conversation Series. ... Rana Hussain, CEO and founder of Good.Human. Molina Asthana, founder of Multicultural Women in Sport.
13 Oct 2020: Australian Womensport and Recreation Association (2013) A charter for active Australian women(PDF • 660.9 kb). ... Australian Womensport and Recreation Association (2016) Charter for active Australian women : 2016 Federal election "A Sporting
23 Feb 2023: Promoting continuous improvement in sport science testing standards in Australia.