Suffering in silence: Men’s and boys’ mental health are still overlooked in sport
For men and boys, caring about sport typically conjures images of passionate competition and fighting for the win. This understanding of care leaves little room for self-care, health and safety, and emotional vulnerability — topics that are fraught with risks for boys and men in a sport culture of hypermasculinity. The National Hockey League Players’ Association recently…
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Inclusive registration
Is the registration process used for your programs and events inclusive of 2SLGBTQI participants? The registration process used by your organization provides an initial glance into how inclusive (or not) your organization is for 2SLGBTQI participants. Some tips for creating a more inclusive registration process include providing a text box where participants can indicate their pronouns and asking participants for their preferred name in addition to their given name.
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April 26, 2024
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Women & Girls Leadership and Sport ConferenceThe 2024 WGLSC conference theme of ‘Beyond Bodies: Examining Gender Rights in Sport’ will explore the role of gender in access and inclusion to sport, and aims to highlight inclusion of transgender women in sport. The day will provide an opportunity to critically explore how gender influences sport environments and policy, and seek to understand ways to move beyond the gender binary in sport. The conference will also look at how leaders in sport settings can best provide all athletes […] Read more: Women & Girls Leadership and Sport Conference |
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