Centre for Race and Culture
ReThink Sport: Building an inclusive and equitable future for youth sports in Canada
From coast to coast to coast, what could a reimagined equitable, diverse, and inclusive youth sport system look like, especially for girls? This is the question driving the mission of the ReThink Sport Project. Given what we know; that youth face a myriad of barriers to sport participation including identity factors such as gender, race,…
Let’s talk inclusion: Key considerations for the inclusion of 2SLGBTQI+ athletes
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the 2SLGBTQI+ communities as well as reflect on how to enhance and ensure inclusion in sport. This year, SIRC has partnered with Canadian Women & Sport to build a new resource for sport leaders and organizations: Key Considerations to Promote the Inclusion of Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+…
Navigating sponsorship challenges for Paralympic athletes
Did you know that Paralympic athletes’ portrayal as inspirational figures influences their sponsorship opportunities? But not all athletes fit into these narratives, leading to challenges securing sponsorships. The views shaping sponsor perceptions highlight inequalities in sponsor access based on athletes’ perceived inspiration levels, calling for inclusive sponsorship practices and intersectional research for fairer opportunities.
Young people’s reasons for leaving organized sports
A recent study examined the reasons Norwegian youths provided for dropping out of organized sports and how these reasons depend on social backgrounds such as socioeconomic status, gender, and ethnicity. Overall, the most common reasons for dropout were prioritizing schoolwork, lack of skills, and friends quitting.
Participating in leisure-time physical activities (LTPA) contributes to the well-being of people with disabilities
Participating in leisure-time physical activities (LTPA) can boost the well-being of people with disabilities. Unfortunately, they often participate in these activities less than others, especially during winter due to environmental barriers and limited programs. Taking part in adaptive snowsports like skiing or snowboarding can help people with disabilities stay active in the winter.  We aimed…
Coaches and athletes for activism
In the ongoing discussions about sport management, most of the focus is given to revenue generation through sport. However, this new study sheds light on using sport as a platform for coaches and athletes to be activists, driving societal change. Through exploring the factors shaping this activism and its impacts, this study offers insights for…
Striving for gender equity in sport
It is important in all realms of life to strive for gender equity and equality. In a recent study conducted on an Australian football and netball club aiming for gender equity, researchers analyzed decision-making structures and the establishment of women’s football sections over a 6-month period using interviews and observations. Despite efforts to promote gender…
Disability sport post COVID-19
COVID-19, a major epidemic, has profoundly affected people’s lives globally. A recent study explores its impact on disability sport, highlighting 4 key discussions: media coverage during lockdown, promotion of sporting opportunities, thriving inclusion efforts, and the future of community disability sport post-lockdown.
Taking a non-binary approach to sport diversity
Gender binaries have an influence on sports policies, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by transgender individuals. A recent study highlights the limitations of current governing body procedures, which often prioritize binary gender structures and fail to accommodate non-binary identities.