The benefits of women's participation for sport and society

In addition to benefits for women and girls themselves, women's increased involvement can promote positive development in sport by providing alter­native norms, values, attitudes, know­ledge, capabilities and experiences. The contributions of women, particu­larly in leadership positions, can bring diversity and alternative approaches and expand the talent base in areas such as management, coaching and sport journalism.

The participation of women and girls in sport challenges gender stereo­types and discrimination, and can therefore be a vehicle to promote gen­der equality and the empowerment of women and girls. In particular, women in sport leadership can shape attitudes towards women's capabilities as lead­ers and decision-makers, especially in traditional male domains. Women's involvement in sport can make a sig­nificant contribution to public life and community development.