World Athletics has clarified the objectives of its feminization strategy for the coming years. The FI wants to achieve at least 40% female representation within the executive office of its member federations by 2029. In the referee department, it sets the objective of 40% women in the courses by 2027. This should make it possible to obtain the parity at the Beijing 2027 World Championships and the Los Angeles 2028 GamesAnother area of action: coaching. World Athletics aims for 40% of female coaches to be certified at level 1 and 30% at level 2 by 2029. This objective is part of the goal of displaying 40% of women coaches at the U20 World Championships in 2030, and 25% at the Senior World Championships in 2029.
World Athletics has released further detail about its three-year gender leadership strategy as a clear roadmap to reinforce its commitment to empower women, promote sustainable change, and position athletics as a global model for equity and inclusion.
- World Athletics (@WorldAthletics) April 22, 2025
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"I am incredibly proud of the progress we have made so far to increase the representation of women in athletics, as evidenced by the parity of our Council, says Sebastian Coe, president of World Athletics. This strategy reflects our ongoing commitment to ensure that women are not only present, but that they occupy a prominent place in management and decision-making roles across our sport. We know there are still challenges to overcome in getting more female coaches, referees and administrators involved in athletics, but we are committed to promote equality and the opportunity to drive lasting change around the world.”
