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🏃♀️ 🏊♀️ We did some numbers crunching for the #internationalwomensday2024 and had a look at different aspects of women in sports. 🔍 The forthcoming Paris Summer Games will feature as many women as men competing – a first in Olympic history! 🔍 Despite progress, only 23.9% of executives at the 65 largest sporting goods companies are women. 🔍 While women's sports leagues are gaining traction, there's still a long way to go – gender equality in sports remains a distant goal. There's no denying the strides women have made in sports, but how far have we truly come? 🤔 Discover more insights in our article 👇 and join the conversation on gender equality! Share your thoughts in the comments below. Are we closer to achieving true equality in sports? 🏄♀️ 🏅 #GenderEquality #WomenInSports #SportingGoodsIndustry #DiversityandInclusion #InternationalWomensDay #iwd2024 #iwd2024womenleadingtheway

Raising awareness about women in sports is crucial because it promotes gender equality, challenges stereotypes, and provides powerful role models for young girls. It ensures that women’s achievements in athletics are recognized and celebrated, contributing to their empowerment and confidence. Additionally, it encourages broader participation in sports, which improves physical and mental health, and fosters a more inclusive and equitable society. Increased visibility of women in sports also drives economic growth through sponsorships and media coverage, highlighting the value and potential of female athletes. #womeninsports #boldwomeninsports #sports #femaleathlete

⚽ 𝐈𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐚𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐩 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭? 📰 Women's sports will continue to be in the spotlight in 2024, with a focus not only on regular season competitions but also on the Olympic Games in Paris, where gender equality is a key priority. Will this be another major competition marking the growth of women's sports? Full Article here 👉 https://bit.ly/3wHSy5R

A new era for women in sport. For the first time ever, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will feature an equal number of men and women competing. This 50:50 athlete representation makes these Summer Games the first to achieve true gender equality. But the progress doesn’t stop there. With a global audience expected to reach 3 billion, the Games have been scheduled to ensure balanced coverage of all events, putting every athlete in the spotlight. Plus, with more women’s and mixed events than ever, the opportunities for women to win medals are greater than ever. Get ready for a groundbreaking celebration of athleticism and equality! #Paris2024

In 1900, the Olympic Games in Paris saw the participation of women for the very first time. Only 2% of the athletes were women—a small but significant step forward. Today, as we close the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, we’ve witnessed a historic milestone: 50% of the athletes were women. This remarkable achievement, 124 years in the making, shows that gender equality in sports is not just a dream but a reality. Women and men now compete for the same number of medals and receive equal recognition on the world stage. This journey has been long and challenging, but it serves as a powerful reminder that equality is possible. Even in areas where change seems difficult or distant, progress is within our reach. Let’s carry this spirit forward and continue striving for equality in all aspects of life. 🚀 #Equality #Olympics #Inclusion #Diversity #Progress

For the first time in history, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games feature an equal number of men and women competing. This 50:50 representation makes the Summer Games the first to achieve gender equality. The global movement for gender equality and the increasing involvement of women in the Olympic Movement have driven a significant rise in female athletes over the years. We've seen incredible growth, from 23% in Los Angeles 1984 to 44% in London 2012, and 48% in Tokyo 2020. It’s really stunning to witness this transformation and the growing representation of women in sports. It’s inspiring to see how far we’ve come and to look forward to a future where gender equality is fully realized on the world stage. Did you know about this? Learn more about this historic achievement at https://lnkd.in/evu_QW6Y #NaazWarriorPrincess #Olympics #GenderEquality

Diversity, Inclusion and Equity 👏👏👏 History is being made in very great ways

🔗 "𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁" - A powerful document from the European Commission, detailing recommendations and an action plan created by the High-Level Group on Gender Equality in Sport. 💡 Key Takeaways: • Gender mainstreaming and intersectionality are essential in every policy, ensuring inclusivity. • Participation, leadership, coaching, and media representation of women in sport must improve. • 14% of top decision-making positions in EU sports federations are held by women. We must work together to change this. It’s time to implement gender budgeting and empower men as allies to create lasting change. 🏆 The journey to true gender equality in sport is a team effort. It's about creating equal opportunities for everyone, from grassroots to elite levels. 👉 Join the movement. Let’s break the barriers, tackle gender stereotypes, and push for 50/50 representation in all aspects of sports. Download the full Recommendations and Action Plan: https://lnkd.in/daxt--hM #FOGES #gender #erasmus #equality #inclusion #sport

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