Another technique to increase the participation of women in sports is to provide them with a chance to try and discover new activities.
How can you do so? The most important answer to this question is: “GO WHERE THE WOMEN ARE”. This simple, yet powerful, piece of advice is the cornerstone of a useful insights report by Sport England, considered a must read by the GAP Women partnership.
In this section, you will learn from the real-life stories of open-door strategies.
In this captivating video, Maria Rossi, representing the Italian Sports Inclusion Foundation, unveils Italy's ground-breaking strategies to elevate women's participation in sports. The organisation, renowned for its commitment to inclusivity, has pioneered an approach that embraces diversity and accessibility.
The video addresses challenges faced and overcome during the implementation, emphasising the importance of adaptive strategies. Maria shares how they navigated cultural perceptions, demonstrating that with innovative approaches, cultural norms can evolve positively.
In this video presentation, Marina Ponsa, head of the Women Commission at the Catalan Chess Federation, shares the organisation's progressive strategies to enhance women's involvement in the sport. The federation, renowned for its commitment to accessibility, unveils initiatives that have made a lasting impact.
In this insightful video, Filipa Cavaleri, Chair of the Women and Sport Commission of the Portuguese Olympic Committee, shares the work this commission has been doing to promote gender equality in sport. She focuses on setting a good example to ensure solid representation at the leadership level.
In this dynamic video presentation, the Catalan Federation of Underwater Activities (FECDAS) invites us to explore more than the tip of the iceberg when it comes to addressing the gender GAP. We will dive into the various strategies to increase the number of women's licences.
In exploring these real-life stories from Italy, Portugal, and Spain, we uncover inspiring strategies that have successfully increased women's participation in sports. These case studies offer valuable insights into innovative approaches and their tangible impact.
By assimilating these key learnings, organisations and communities can create environments that empower and encourage women to actively participate in sports, fostering a more inclusive and diverse sporting landscape.
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