United Nations holds panel on fighting violence against women and girls in sports

Join Fox News to access this content and other premium articles for free by entering your email. Female athletes and human rights leaders called on the UN to protect women’s safety and fairness in sports. They argued that allowing biological males to compete in women’s sports undermines equal opportunities and safety. The Biden Administration’s expansion of Title IX to include gender identity has raised concerns about privacy, injury, and fairness for female athletes. Athletes like Lainey Armistead are fighting legal battles to defend women’s sports rights, while Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies shared her experience of unfair competition. ADF International is working to protect women’s rights in sports under international law. The importance of protecting female sports has become evident, as not doing so can have serious negative effects on women and girls. It is crucial for the world to learn from past mistakes and ensure that girls have fair and safe opportunities in sports. Elyssa Koren, an international human rights lawyer, emphasized that allowing female athletes to compete without discrimination is empowering for all women and girls. Incursions into female-only spaces can have devastating consequences for their opportunities and safety. It is essential to prioritize the protection and fairness of female sports for the benefit of everyone involved.