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edition:eBook
also available: Paperback
category: Social Science
published: Sep 2014
ISBN:9781927583524
publisher: Second Story Press

Playing it Forward

50 Years of Women and Sport in Canada

edited by Guylaine Demers; Lorraine Greaves; Sandra Kirby & Marion Lay

tagged: post-confederation (1867-), women's studies
Description

Over the last 50 years, the struggles to achieve equity in sport have become central to the feminist mission. This book contains an inspiring collection of stories from the women on the front lines: athletes, coaches, educators, and activists for women's sport, who have done so much to foster change. Many of the women profiled here reflect on their tough beginnings in sport: being isolated and unconnected, competing in makeshift settings, training alone, and inadequate equipment. But they also reflect on the joy of movement, teamwork, and competition. These women grew to be remarkable role models and helped to dismantle sexism in sport. To read these stories is to swell with pride over their victories, to empathize with their battles with discrimination, and to become re-energized to confront collectively the many hurdles left to clear.

About the Authors
Guylaine Demers is an academic, a key figure in the Quebec movement for women's sport, and a leader in the development of women and sport in Canada. She lives in Quebec City.

Lorraine Greaves is Senior Investigator, BC Centre of Excellence for Women's Health.

Lorraine Greaves is Senior Investigator, BC Centre of Excellence for Women's Health.

Marion Lay is an Olympic medalist in swimming and a long-time activist for women and sport. She lives in Vancouver.
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