Sports Safety: UN Talks Fair Play for Women

A world where every athlete feels safe and valued. That’s what a recent United Nations event aimed to achieve. This gathering was all about creating secure spaces for women in sports. Joining the conversation were Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and U. S. collegiate athlete Lainey Armistead. They spoke about changes made by the Biden Administration to Title IX, which could potentially put women and girls at risk in shared locker rooms and lead to unequal competition.Also present was Reem Alsalem, the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls. The panel discussed how crucial it is for officials to ensure fair and safe sports environments for women. This talk highlighted the need for continuous efforts to protect and support female athletes. It’s not just about winning—it’s about feeling safe and respected while doing so.