Of the 14 medals Canada has accumulated, all but one of them have been won by female athletes. 'Sexually marketable uniforms'One way some sports federations and organizations have failed to address equality is through the continued sexualization of women's uniforms. Unfortunately, Davidson said, the sexualization of some female athletes' uniforms has negatively impacted how some incredibly dangerous sports, such as gymnastics, are perceived. The sexual exploitation of women's sports isn't limited to uniforms, though, with Donnelly saying female athletes also face sexism through their ability to bear children. In the past, some federations and organizations saw motherhood as a liability in a woman's sporting career more so than a normal part of a female athlete's journey.

Source: CBC News August 02, 2021 20:02 UTC