Sexism and bullying keeping women out of careers in sport, MPs told

"Sexism and Discrimination Bar Female Coaches from Top Sports Jobs, Experts Allege A stark picture of entrenched sexism and deep-seated discrimination has emerged in the sports industry, with female coaches being consistently overlooked, undermined, and denied opportunities despite their qualifications. Experts who testified before a parliamentary select committee revealed the disturbing trend of workplace bullying and exclusion that women face in the sports world. Despite their qualifications and experience, female coaches are often relegated to lower-level positions or excluded from key decision-making roles, hindering their ability to advance in their careers. The allegations highlight a pressing need for change and greater accountability in the sports industry to ensure equal opportunities for women."

Women coaches routinely overlooked, undermined and denied opportunities despite qualifications, say experts Women are being shut out of careers in sport by entrenched sexism, discrimination and workplace bullying, MPs have been told.Female coaches are routinely overlooked, undermined and denied opportunities despite their qualifications, experts told a parliamentary select committee on Thursday. Continue reading...