In the framework of the European project SISTERS – FoStering gender and LGBTIQ+ equity In Sports through an inTERSectional approach, a Handbook of good practices, lessons learned, guidelines has been published. The SISTERS project aims to promote women’s and the LGBTQIA+ community’s full inclusion in sports by advancing equity through an intersectional approach. SISTERS looks at the interplay between different identity attributes including SOGIESC – Sexual Orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics -, national origin, immigrant status, cultural and socio-economic background, ability and/or disability, religion etc., that makes up the unique experience of individual women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community in their opportunity or lack thereof, to practice sport in an environment free of discrimination and violence.
The Handbook is an educational material that aims to enhance understanding around gender and LGBTQIA+ in sports, which provides:
- An international and local overview of the status and trends with regards to gender and LGBTQIA+’s inequitable access to sport through an intersectional lens.
- Guidelines and practical tools on how to tackle the phenomenon with concrete actions.
The Handbook also includes effective good practices that have been implemented in partner countries and share the principles of safe spaces, athlete-led leadership, and community collaboration. In addition, there are several recommendations focusing on enhancing visibility, cross-sector partnerships, and education-based approaches. At the same time, there are some guidance for coaches and individuals involved in sports that will help to enhance the participation of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals in sports but also to better shape the policies that concern these individuals.
Read the Handbook of good practices, lessons learned, guidelines.
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