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Research report: Barriers to Sports Participation for Women and Girls

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This report highlights the practical, personal, social and cultural reasons why participation rates for women and girls are lower than men’s. The list of barriers also provides ideas for sports deliverers to implement to encourage behaviour change.

Barriers to Sports Participation for Women and Girls (117.52 KB)
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  • Only 4 %

    of sports coverage is dedicated to women's sport

    Women in Sport

  • 40 %

    minimum participation is considered to be equal balance

    Women in Sport

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Barriers to Sports Participation for Women and Girls (117.52 KB)