ABOUT WSI

"Our mission is to encourage increased opportunities and positive change for women and girls at all levels of involvement of sport and physical activity"

WomenSport International (WSI)

was formed in 1994 to meet the challenge of ensuring that sport and physical activity receive the attention and priority they deserve in the lives of women and girls. The main purpose of WSI is to serve as an umbrella organization that can bring about positive change for girls and women. Our advocacy is strongly based on current research.

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The main purpose of WSI is to serve as an umbrella organization that can bring about positive change for girls and women through their engagement in sport and physical activity. We are equitable and all-inclusive in all we do and we welcome membership applications from all interested individuals and organizations.

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WSI with Dr. Erin Ayala Podcast Series: Dr. Gretchen Kerr

Posted on August 1, 2026August 1, 2026 by Kanae Haneishi

“The Silent Costs of Psychological Harm for Women in Sport” features WSI Board Member Dr. Gretchen Kerr, an internationally recognized expert in athlete welfare and safe sport. In this insightful discussion, Dr. Kerr examines the often-overlooked effects of psychological harm in athletics and shares practical, research-based strategies for creating safer, healthier, and more supportive sport environments.

WSI with Dr. Erin Ayala Podcast Series: Dr. Margo Mountjoy

Posted on August 1, 2026August 1, 2026 by Kanae Haneishi

WSI Board Member Dr. Margo Mountjoy is featured in the podcast“Female Injury Prevention Finally Gets Its Own Research,” where she discusses the latest advances in injury prevention and athlete health for girls and women. This insightful conversation highlights the importance of female-specific research and practical strategies to support lifelong athletic participation.

WomenSport International at IWG 2026: Global Voices, Meaningful Connections, and a Shared Commitment to Advancing Women in Sport

Posted on July 12, 2026July 12, 2026 by Kanae Haneishi

At the IWG Global Summit on Women & Sport 2026 in Birmingham, England, WomenSport International (WSI) brought together global leaders, advocates, and emerging voices committed to advancing girls and women in sport. Through the inspiring WSI Open Session, presentations by WSI Task Force Members, and contributions from other WSI members, the Summit showcased the power of leadership, mentorship, international collaboration, and meaningful connection.

WSI Open Session at the 2026 IWG Global Summit

Posted on June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 by Kanae Haneishi

WomenSport International (WSI) will host a special Open Session at the 2026 IWG Global Summit, bringing together leading voices in the global women’s sport movement for an inspiring and reflective panel conversation. Titled “What Kept Us Going: Personal Journeys of Women Advancing Sport,” the session highlights the lived experiences, challenges, and turning points that have shaped the careers of influential women leaders in sport.