New Women in Sport survey finds stubborn inequalities still prevent many girls from getting involved There’s been a dramatic increase in the number of ‘sporty’ girls who are dreaming about reaching the top in sport after being inspired by the historic Lionesses’ win. A survey of over...
•Review will examine issues affecting the game at elite and grassroots level •Announcement comes following England’s historic UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 victory, a range of Government measures to support the women’s game, and ahead of new domestic season starting next week Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries has announced...
Women in Sport has appointed Lisa West to head up its advocacy and consultancy work as it looks to drive further change on behalf of women and girls. The charity, which celebrates its 40th birthday in 2024, has been building on its leading-edge insights work to highlight and...
Two amateur cyclists are preparing to ride almost 1000 miles from London to France to raise awareness of the barriers preventing women in midlife from cycling as part of Women in Sport’s ongoing campaigning for gender parity in sport and exercise. 44-year-old Clare Taylor and Sharon Spriggs,...
A new programme designed to provide a supportive space for teenage girls has launched to help girls find and reclaim the joy of sport and exercise during puberty. Big Sister provides girls with an extensive range of resources and support – created and shaped by other girls...
Women in Sport is delighted to be working in partnership with Sport England to level up access to sport and physical activity across the country, alongside over a hundred other partners. The charity will receive expertise, support and a five-year investment totalling £3.4m of government funding from...
