Imani Myers, PMP’s Post

My wife and I are raising two boys and we continue to talk about the responsibility to first and foremost raise humans, not just "boys." One way we do this is by supporting, celebrating, cheering, and talking about female athletes and researchers working in the outdoor space. We cheer louder for our female teammates at races, and follow women's mountain bike racing even closer than the men's races. We celebrate the female conservationists and aspiring scholars we get to work with at the University.    Women are underrepresented in the environmental fields and outdoor recreation, and over two-thirds of women have reported harassment or other forms of discrimination while recreating. We need more women on bikes not just because it is good for women (but that should be enough of a reason). It is essential for boys to see and celebrate women for their athletic accomplishments or scholarly pursuits instead of the other ways they are socially conditioned to celebrate women. More women on bikes (or hikes, or in research fields, etc.) the better off we ALL are. 

🌟 Elevate Girls' Football in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿⚽ Did you know that women's and girls' football is taking off in Wales like never before? 🚀 Football Association of Wales is leading the charge, and here's why YOUR brand should get involved: 1️⃣ Empowerment: Supporting women and girls in football empowers them on and off the pitch, fostering leadership, teamwork, and confidence. 2️⃣ Inclusivity: Football breaks barriers and unites communities. By sponsoring women's football, you're helping create a more inclusive sporting world. 3️⃣ Inspiration: Be part of the movement that inspires the next generation of football stars and leaders. Join Football Association of Wales in championing women's and girls' football and make a lasting impact. Let's kick gender stereotypes to the curb and score big for equality! ⚽💪 Football looks like HER Leadership looks like HER Power looks like HER  And Winning looks like HER Together, we can make the beautiful game even more beautiful! 🌟🙌

Tidal waves of change are coming … Are here: #climatechange #generationalwealthtransfer #SDGs #AI I’m raising young people so perhaps I’m more attuned to what is coming up behind our generations. #Gender #identity #race #inclusion #equity #accessibility I’m also a futurist and perhaps I observe differently. What do you see?

“There is something wrong with our sports systems, and deep down we know it. The sports environments we fought so hard to have equal access to were built by men, for men and boys. Our definition of gender equality has been ‘getting what men have, and the way they have it,’ and it’s backfiring” (Fleshman XII). Are competitive sports enhancing or hurting women’s overall health? In her new memoir, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World, elite runner and coach Lauren Fleshman asks pointed, pertinent questions, and provides powerful experiential and empirical evidence to back up her answers. Read the book review: https://lnkd.in/gGqpEXEe https://lnkd.in/g-RcNJA3 #womenssports #fertilityawareness

Let's talk about the #dreamgap....girls believe they can be anything, but does the world? 📍By age 5 girls stop believing they can be scientists, astronauts, engineers, big thinkers, CEOs ..the list goes on. 📍By age 7 girls are more likely to think boys are smarter than them and less likely to be given a science related toy. 📍Parents are twice as likely to search "is my son gifted" than "is my daughter gifted" The #DreamGap for young girls still exists, but new research shows the challenges don’t lie in girls lacking self-confidence or drive — the gaps often occur in the world around them. Even though progress has been made toward gender equality, stereotypes and societal biases still exist that can affect a girl’s trajectory and future choices. The #BarbieDreamGap Project is a global mission dedicated to closing the gap by challenging gender stereotypes and helping undo the biases that hold girls back from reaching their full potential. 🌟Since 1959 Barbie has worked to create a world where girls see unlimited possibilities. 🌟Since 2019, Barbie has donated $250,000 every year to non-profit partners that work directly with girls and enable them to reach their full potential. I encourage you to watch and share this, mum's, dad's, brothers and bosses ⬇️ help #CloseTheDreamGap - it's up to all of us. Girls needs to see #brilliantwomen being #brilliantwomen. Thank you to Elaine Allen for sharing, this really hit home. https://lnkd.in/eqcE_hfz #CloseTheDreamGap #YouCanBeAnything #STEM

When the solution is so obvious, I wonder what the agenda is for ignoring the obvious solution. Transgenders should compete against other Transgenders by TIME. This would deal with the issue of not enough trans in any one race. Just use Trans aggregate times and give the best time an award once enough Trans competitors have run a specific distance, and quit taking accomplishments away from non transitioning women and younger. https://lnkd.in/gzmZrUvB

The second working meeting of the European project “Grassroots football clubs and corporate social responsibility” took place in Pamplona – Navarra, in northern Spain. The aim of the project is not only to promote Social Responsibility in grassroots football (CSR), but also to encourage the exchange of experiences and co-operation between four regional football associations/federations.

The Dream Gap Project by Barbie is an empowering initiative aiming to provide girls with the support and resources they need to believe that they can be anything, that they are equal. On the back of this months International Women's Day events and the clear findings that have been outlined around the pay gap and superannuation gap that are still so apparent in today's society. Let's not only focus on how we improve the current situation for women in the workforce, but look at how empower the next generations of women to believe they can be anything they dream to be. Credit to The Dream Gap Project by Barbie https://lnkd.in/gK9R7PEB #theDreamGap #theDreamGapProject #IWD2024 #WomenEmpowerment #Barbie #YouCanBeAnything #equality

Whatever the outcome tomorrow, the England women’s team have inspired a generation (including my football-mad daughter!) ⚽️⚽️⚽️ Role models are so important for gender equality in sport, in business, and in all walks of life. I found this article an interesting summary of how rapid progress has been in women’s football. I’m sure that progress will continue and accelerate. Good luck Lionesses! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 https://lnkd.in/ecTrWWHa

As we celebrate June as Women’s Golf Month, it's inspiring to reflect on the remarkable strides women have made in the sport and recognize the significant contributions they continue to make globally. At Troon International, we are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that golf is a sport for everyone. Women’s participation in golf has been growing steadily, with the number of female golfers increasing by nearly 20% over the past five years. Today, women represent approximately 25% of all golfers worldwide, highlighting a positive trend towards gender balance in the sport. The influence of women in golf extends beyond the greens. Women in leadership roles within the golf industry have brought fresh perspectives and innovative approaches, driving the sport's evolution and expansion. According to recent data, companies with gender-diverse leadership teams are 21% more likely to outperform their competitors, underlining the value of diversity at all levels. Troon International proudly supports initiatives that encourage women to engage with golf, whether as players, coaches, or leaders. Programs like the The R&A’s Women in Golf Charter initiative play crucial roles in inspiring the next generation of female leaders in golf. As we honor Women’s Golf Month, let's celebrate the achievements of women in golf and continue to advocate for equality and opportunity within the sport. Together, we can ensure that golf remains a vibrant, inclusive community for all. #WomensGolfMonth #TroonInternational #GolfForAll #Inclusion #Diversity #Troon #Golf #GolfBusiness #GolfManagement