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📰 The Mettleset’s Monday #SportsNews Briefing: 🥇The countdown to the Paralympic Games is ON with only 100 days to go until the Paralympic Games Paris 2024. Approx 4,400 Para athletes from around the world will gather in Paris to compete in 549 medal events across 22 sports over 11 days of competition. A record number of National Paralympic Committees are expected to participate, resulting in increased diversity, improved gender parity and stronger talent depth. YES! The Paris 2024 mascot, for the first time, will include a mascot with a disability, courtesy of a running blade. Both the Olympic and Paralympic Phryges are based on an item of clothing representative of freedom for France. COOL. More info here: https://lnkd.in/d6ZWcXmP #paralympics2024 #paris2024 #roadtoparis2024 #paralympics #sportsforall Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024 International Olympic Committee – IOC

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Have you been keeping up with the Olympics? In case you missed it, Zhiying Zeng made her Olympic debut at 58 years old, becoming the oldest person to debut in Olympic table tennis. It’s so inspiring to see women in their midlife competing on a worldwide stage and achieve their sporting goals! Many of us are used to leading active lives and more women in their 40s and beyond are competing in sports than ever before. But if your perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms are limiting your sporting achievements, check out our article here: https://bit.ly/3SBnwEw #Olympics #Olympics2024 #Paris2024 Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024

"Never give up on your dreams, regardless of whether you have one leg or one arm. Believe that everything is possible. After 22 years of my career today I’m here at the Olympics." Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024 is showing that these are a Games Wide Open by telling the stories about disability inclusion taking place at the Olympics. There have been two Paralympic athletes competing in the Olympics. Both in International Table Tennis Federation - ITTF, both in the women’s team competition, and both with a limb impairment. Speaking to Associated Press, Bruna Alexandre, who became the seventeenth athlete in history to compete in both Games and the first Brazilian, said this: “I think this is a lesson about inclusion, both in Brazil and around the world. This can motivate other people with disabilities. And it can be inspiring for everyone on the Olympic side as well. When they watch me play, they see that everything is possible. It’s a win-win situation, and it can open a lot of doors.” Some great insight into Bruna’s journey, and also that of Australia's Melissa Tapper here https://bit.ly/4fuQxvL and here https://bit.ly/4dvrmHo Both will be back in Paris for the Paralympics hoping to create more history. #inclusion #accessibility #disability #Paris2024 #Olympics #Paralympics #GamesWideOpen

🚺 #LetHerIn2024 💜 #WomenEmpowerment For the first time in history, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will see an equal number of men and women competing. This 50:50 representation of athletes makes the Summer Games the first to reach #GenderEquality 💪 #LetHerIn #GenderEqualOlympics #ChangeTheGame #WomenInSport #GameChangers #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #ParalympicGames

The Paralympics were a fantastic celebration and demonstration of sport, and the power of representation, as this quote from Hannah Cockroft OBE, PLY, DL (made following her win in the women’s 100m T34) encapsulates... "In the call room this morning, someone told me, ‘I watched you in 2012 and that’s why I am here.’ I really hope there are some girls at home who are doing the same because that’s what it’s all about. Hopefully, today, some new dreams have been born."   We highly recommend reading some more of the inspirational quotes from Paralympians at the 2024 Games here: https://lnkd.in/gVjK2-hv   At Origins - The Patient Focused Specialists, we believe representation is crucial - not only in sports but also in healthcare. This is why we're dedicated to ensuring that the work we do in clinical research is inclusive and provides opportunities for all voices to be represented.   For more information on how Origins can help ensure your work is inclusive and impactful, please reach out at contact@origins-patients.com   #InclusionMatters #RepresentationInResearch #DiversityInHealthcare #Paralympics #ClinicalResearch

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The Paris 2024 Olympics will feature several mixed relay events, including: 4x400m Mixed Relay in athletics. Mixed Relay Triathlon. Marathon Race Walk Mixed Relay (new after Tokyo 2020)   Why mixed relay events are instrumental in promoting gender equality in sports? - Increased Participation: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has introduced multiple mixed-gender events to promote gender diversity. - Gender balance: The 2024 Paris Olympics are set to have an equal number of male and female athletes, with half of the athlete spots designated for each gender. - Breaking Stereotypes: Mixed-gender sports help break the societal perception of sports being a “masculine activity.” - Teamwork and Mutual Respect: Mixed-gender sports foster a sense of equality and mutual respect among athletes. Mixed relay events encourages teamwork, communication, and cooperation regardless of gender✔

🔦🔦 LINKEDIN LIMELIGHT 🔦🔦 of the week – The power of teamwork is unmatched Here's why we love 💙 this post: 🔦 The story exemplifies exceptional teamwork and dedication, key qualities that are highly valued in any professional setting. 🤩🙌🏻 🔦 Tying the story to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games makes the post timely and relevant. Keeping content connected to current events and trending topics can increase engagement and visibility. ❤️ 🔦 Using hashtags like #womeninsports and #Paris2024 taps into ongoing conversations and trending topics. 🤝 Thanks to The Female Quotient for weaving together an inspiring narrative, promoting key values, and connecting to current events. This post effectively engages LinkedIn’s professional audience and reinforces positive attributes. #LinkedInLimelight #LucyBingle #Teamwork #Professionalism