Gender inequality is a common problem in society, and sport is no exception. It affects men and women alike, but it is more difficult to see because female athletes do not show as much physical aggression or power on the field. However, female athletes are just as deserving of equal attention and treatment as male sportsmen.
It is important to encourage the formation of sports teams led by women and to support them as you would a team led by a man. The objective of gender parity needs to be pursued strategically by sports groups and governing bodies like the International Olympic Committee. If a woman puts in the same amount of effort as a man, she should be entitled to the same participation possibilities, financial support, pay, and perks.
A recent study shows that people who are more involved in sports are more aware of and supportive of gender equality (GE) in sports than those who are less active (96). This is not surprising, considering that the #MeToo and #SeAcabo movements have brought the issue to light, while institutional responses are still inconsistent and performative (97).
Although the results of the study indicate that a large number of individuals are aware of the problem and believe it exists, the research does not completely address the problem, as the participants did not talk about specific cases of discrimination. In addition, the qualitative interview method may have limited the depth of the discussion and caused a shallower approach to the issues.