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13.
Guidelines for Conference Organisers Description of the Tool Conferences
play an important part in the promotion of knowledge about sport,
and provide opportunities for networking and personal/professional
development. They are therefore
an important medium for influencing the culture and practice of
sport. This
tool is addressed to organisers of conferences concerned with sport
and physical activity. It is designed to assist them in organising
the conference in such a way as to further knowledge about gender
and sport, and assist in the development of a sport culture which
values the full involvement and contribution of women. When to Use it?
Format The
tool is a checklist of items for consideration by conference organisers,
prepared and distributed by the International Working Group. Tool Conference Content
Leadership Encourage
an appropriate balance of men and women on the organising committee,
programme committee, as chairs of sessions, keynote speakers, and
workshop leaders. A figure of 40% is the suggested minimum for either
gender. Marketing Ensure
promotional and publicity materials contain images and language
that will attract female participants and are not gender stereotyped. Funding Often
a primary barrier to female’s participation in professional and
scientific conferences is financial. Sliding fee scales and/or scholarships
for females should be offered where possible. Venue
Delegates If organisations are asked to send representatives,
suggest at least 50% are women, or if only one representative, a
women should be at least nominated. Networking
Social
Programme
Ceremonies
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