Full Description
The sport industry has long operated on structures and systems that weren't built for women, especially not for those working behind the scenes as leaders, coaches, developers, or support staff. While progress has been made, too many women still face invisible barriers, cultural bias and professional compromise simply for existing in spaces that weren't designed with them in mind.
Women Working in Sport offers a fresh, unapologetic lens on these challenges and moves decisively toward solutions. Through the voices of coaches, psychologists, administrators, academics and directors, this book sheds light on what's holding women back and more importantly, how we move forward.
Each chapter is a conversation, a lived experience and a call to action offering not just critique but real insight for organisations serious about equity, wellbeing and performance.
For policy-makers, system leaders and anyone shaping the future of sport, this is more than a book. It's a practical resource, a challenge to the status quo, and a roadmap toward building environments where women not only work they thrive.
Contents
Introduction: Breaking boundaries: Celebrating women who transform sport
Jen Coe, Dr. Amy Whitehead, and a foreword from Dr. Kristin McGinty-Minister
1. The first but more to follow
Liz Mills
2. 'A sophomore mentality'
Kate Maher
3. Callary on coaching
Dr. Bettina Callary
4. 'Indian disability sport': Thriving through adversity
Dr. Padmini Chennapragada
5. Embrace the challenge
Dr. Danielle Prescott
6. 'Key tools for life discipline & curiosity'
Nadmina Skeff
7. 'It's all about the challenges you see, the mindsets and wardrobes you choose'
Professor Stiliani 'Ani' Chroni
8. 'Woman, life, freedom'
Dr. Shakiba Moghadam
9. Acorns and oak trees
Louisa Arnold
10. 'Remember that bravery is not the lack of fear but the ability to move forward in spite of fear'
Paula Dunn MBE '
11. 'Develop enough courage so that you can stand up for yourself and then stand up for somebody else' -Maya Angelou
Sarah Evans
12. 'You can't play rugby, it's a boy's sport'
Dr. Amy Whitehead
13. Questioning the Norms, Encouraging Change, and Strengthening the Path
Jen Coe
14. Sexisim in sport - smile more
Dr. Kristin McGinty-Minister
15. The ripple effect - the power of inspiring stories
Jen Coe, Dr. Amy Whitehead, and a foreword from Dr. Kristin McGinty-Minister
