Bravo @Sport_England @sportscotland @SportNINet @sportwales @uk_sport. As part of their review into trans participation they conducted an *Equality Impact Assessment*. #bestpractice #GoldStandard /1
equalityinsport.org/docs/300921/Eq…
equalityinsport.org/docs/300921/Eq…
They evaluated the impact of their guidelines on ALL NINE protected characteristics. Not just gender reassignment, but all other equality strand too. This is the way to do it right. /2
RACE: "some respondents reported that the inclusion of transgender people in sport could be a barrier to participation for some people from ethnically diverse
communities. Therefore, race is referenced in the guidance as a consideration" /3
communities. Therefore, race is referenced in the guidance as a consideration" /3
RELIGION AND BELIEF: "some respondents reported that the inclusion of transgender people in sport could be a barrier to participation for some people with religious beliefs. Therefore, faith is referenced in the guidance as a consideration" /4
SEX: There is potential for sports policies developed in light of the guidance to have a negative impact on some women when sport prioritises inclusion. Some respondents reported that the inclusion of transwomen could lead to some females choosing not to participate in sport. /5
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