EWS joins the IWG Women In Sport Panel Discussion, taking place during Paris 2024 Olympics
During the Paris 2024 Olympics, IWG Women & Sport hosted the ‘Women In Sport’ Panel Discussion at the British Ambassador’s Residence. ENGSO EWS Chair Tarja Krum, EWS former Chair Sallie Barker and EWS Committee member Sarah Townsend participated in the event. Later in the day, Tarja and Sarah also attended the Pride House event.
More than 140 leaders from across the sporting sector attended the event which was an opportunity to update the audience on the global impact of the IWG Women & Sport.
Influential speakers from the world of Rugby Union and Equestrian shared their learnings and successes in promoting gender equality within their sports. The event was moderated by the Chair of the IWG Women & Sport UK Secretariat and Chair of the EOC’s Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commission Annamarie Phelps CBE OLY, and included guest speakers Sally Horrox, Director of Women’s Rugby at World Rugby, Sir Bill Beaumont GBE DL, Chairman of World Rugby, Aurélie Groizeleau, Referee French Rugby, and Sabrina Ibáñez (she/her/hers), FEI Secretary General.
EWS Chair Tarja Krum emphasised the importance of arranging events regarding women’s sport:
“It is important to recognise the advancements in women’s sports, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned, as well as to consider the future of the field. I am happy to see that many leaders from sports federations attended despite the busy times during the Olympics. I especially appreciate the speakers who highlighted the importance of discussing intersectional aspects, such as how crucial it is for athletes to be open about their sexual orientation. This aligns closely with the core values of EWS/ENGSO: to ensure that everyone can be themselves in sports, regardless of gender identity, socioeconomic background, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, among other traits.”
The panel discussion took place on 31st July in Paris, France. You can re-watch the event here: