Addressing the under-representation of women in sport governance
BU's Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre is hosting an event examining why women are under-represented in sport governance, and how we can work together to address this. Details of the programme and how to book can be found below.
Programme:
9.30 Registration and tea and coffee
10.00 - 10.15 Welcome by Dr Raf Nicholson
10.15 - 11.00 Emma Farlow (Governance Manager, UK Sport) - Women in sport governance: Where are we now?
11.00 - 11.45 Dr Charlotte Smith (University of Leicester) - Female representation across 5 European sports national governing bodies
11.45 - 12.30 Dr Lucy Piggott (University of Hertfordshire) - Gender equity in English sport governance: Issues, strategies and next steps for change
12.30 - 1.15 Networking lunch
1.15 - 2.00 Clare Daniels (Women’s National Development Manager, Football Association) - Training future leaders in women’s football
2.00 - 2.45 Dr Raf Nicholson (Bournemouth University) - Women in sport governance: Where have we come from?
2.45 - 3.15 Afternoon tea / coffee break
3.15 - 4.30 Roundtable Q&A: Reflections on women in sport governance - Emma Farlow, Clare Daniels, Charlotte Smith and Sue Redfern (President, World Lacrosse)
4.30 Wine eception
The event is free but all those wishing to attend should register for tickets via Eventbrite.
Anyone with questions should contact Dr Raf Nicholson - [email protected]
