News and Opinion
Addressing Health Barriers for Girls & Women in Sport
Women in Sport welcomes the publication of the Women and Equalities Select Committee report, which makes valuable recommendations across girls and women’s lives.
How elite women’s sport impacts girls’ ability to dream
Girls' excitement around elite women's sport is not being met with on-the-ground opportunities.
More girls are playing football but a significant team sport gender gap remains
The latest data Sport England's Active Lives Children and Young People survey reveals persistent gender gaps in team sport and activity levels.
Why Government cannot afford to side-line women’s sport
Read our policy positions on how the government can better support women's sport, as featured in The Sports Think Tank's Road to the Manifestos
Gemma’s story: ‘If it wasn’t for playing football, I don’t think I would of made it through.’
One of our supporters shares the incredible impact football has had on her life since tragically losing both her parents.
Women in Sport welcomes three distinguished Trustees as it celebrates its 40th anniversary
As Women in Sport marks the start of its 40th anniversary the charity is delighted to announce the appointment of Polly Neate CBE, Yama Otung and Brian Moore to its Board of Trustees.
Run a race to fundraise for women and girls in sport
By taking on a challenge event for Women in Sport, you will be supporting our charity’s vision of a world where nobody is excluded from the joy, fulfilment, and lifelong benefits that sport can give.
Running in the dark: Women need more than streetlights to feel safe
Women should be able to feel safe exercising in winter after dark. But it's going to take more than putting up some streetlights.
Joanna Rowsell reflects on the life of cyclist Melissa Hoskins
Last weekend, we tragically lost Melissa Hoskins, a champion cyclist who touched the lives of so many