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This article is one of my proudest works so far. It's my first piece not written in first-person, using a metaphor to describe systemic hurdles faced by women & minorities. It's no coincidence that those running barefoot are often outsiders. #SpeakUpForChange #ChallengeTheSystem! 🌍 https://lnkd.in/dc7JniFv

Life for women and minorities can feel like running a race barefoot—unique challenges & obstacles on their path. Those who overcome challenges, pave the way for others. Let’s use our voices for #Empowerment and to #BreakTheBias. Read my latest publication on Modern Women. https://lnkd.in/dc7JniFv

GENDER PAY GAPS AND NOW PAY GAPS IN THE GENDER Its always disheartening to read that women are paid less than men consistently across the board. It was only this morning someone at coffee post ride was lamenting about how the tour is over and another person added that Le Tour de Femmes is on, and they responded, "its not quite the same". The articles mentions the measures they go to in order to try and make it a level playing field when some women competitors finish and are well supported versus others that pile into a hot shared bus. So now there's not only a pay gap between men and women, though a broadening gap in-between the women riders themselves. How can women perform and progress if they're not supported? As a club we're very proactive about achieving parity in participation and I'm pleased to say its the men that are always asking what are we doing to attract more women to the club. I ask why are they wanting more women in the club and often the feedback is that it creates balance. We're a fortunate club in that we are marvellously diverse and inclusive. We come together for a love of cycling and an opportunity post ride to learn about each other. #diversity #inclusion #paygap #cycling #equality #equalitymatters #performance https://lnkd.in/gB2U2-UW

With England winning the European Football Championships in front of a packed Wembley and 20 million TV viewers and Annemiek van Vleuten reigning supreme in the first edition of the Women's Tour de France, 2022 felt like a pivotal year for women's sport. And while the profile of women's sport has undoubtedly made progress, recent news reminds us just how far there is to go. Cycling is a big part of our business here at The Wilderness Group - UK & Ireland as is taking purposeful action on gender equality. This is the reason we have just made a 3 year commitment to support Junior Women's Cycling Team - JRC INTERFLON WJRT. We feel the timing has never been better to get behind grass roots women's cycling and create a platform for the next generation of young women to progress in the sport and become inspiring leaders and role models.  JRC is one of only 2 junior teams dedicated to women's cycling in the UK (compared to 30+ for the junior men), and we're excited to be working with them to amplify the vision and core message of equality and empowerment in women's sport. By the time they reach 18 years of age, 60% of young women no longer participate in any form of sport. This statistic really hit home for me why we really need to be doing so much more at the grass roots. Through the story and personal journey of the JRC Team and their riders, there is a real opportunity to break down barriers, create an impact and help drive meaningful change. If you share the same commitment to female equality, empowerment and success, we would love to help facilitate further support for the JRC Team www.equalityinsport.com. Be part of the change. #womeninsport #equality #womensempowerment #womenshealth #change #withpurpose #grassroots #cycling #sport

Read this fantastic article from Women & Golf we hope it will inspire more women to try, and then embrace #Speedgolf https://lnkd.in/enStjPMt

Have you been following the recent changes in college football conferences? If so, take a moment to consider the impact on student athletes in other sports. The story of the female rower highlights the value of all college sports. If you're in Oregon or Washington, show your support for your land grant university leaders. And for those in regions increasing sports conference size, let's give some thought to the programs other than football. #collegesports #studentathletes #supportyouruniversity

So disappointing to see but not unexpected. The TRAIL AND ULTRA COMMUNITY continue to show that they ARE DEEPLY UNSERIOUS ABOUT EQUITY. A recent working group has come up with the slogan "Here for the Women's Race" but based on the concerns outlined, who gets to participate, and who is celebrated - it should really be "Here for the White Women's Race." Read all about white women's efforts to achieve equity for themselves here: https://lnkd.in/g5xtyrbf …and because the article asked for comments - the main challenge facing women in trail and ultra running is gatekeeping by white women and a failure to address the rest of us. how is this discussion happening without ANY conversation about intersectionality? I see that you have one photo featuring Black women/Muslim women in your article but there is no actual discussion about the unique challenges we face. About how the gender pay gap, for example is far worse for Black women and other women of color than white women. Like 66 cents to 74 cents! And what of women with disabilities? Queer women? Trans women? Etc etc I’d love to be wrong and have someone point me in the direction of how this women’s working group is adddressing ALL women. Any help? Thanks in advance.

Formula 1 is one of the sports where women can physically and equally challenge men. Yet, there hasn't been a female driver since 1992. The organization "More Than Equal" hopes to change that with a variety of different approaches, including more media supporting equality, cultivating female drivers from an early age, and creating female racing role models. Read about this important effort in diversifying the Formula 1 community below https://lnkd.in/g-UzRj-9

Detailed analysis of men's and women's Marathon fields. https://lnkd.in/d-wU9FnM (check out the race route at https://lnkd.in/dV3fMXAa)

"At Loyal Textile mills, we're proud to champion women's empowerment. Our dedicated team of women workers has been making headlines, and we couldn't be prouder. It's time to celebrate the skills, strength, and independence of every woman in our organization. Join us in honoring their achievements and promoting gender equality. Read more about our journey in this news magazine article: https://lnkd.in/gJN43_jR #WomenEmpowerment #LoyalMills #GenderEquality"