UM Study Researching Racism on Girls’ Participation in Sport – Parents of Racialized Girls Aged 12–17 Invited to Participate

The University of Manitoba has announced a national study examining whether racism plays a role in girls’ sport dropout. The project, titled “Girls in Sport: Is Racism a Factor in Sport Dropout?”, is being led by Drs. Sarah Teetzel and Leisha Strachan with support from the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada.

The research team is inviting parents or guardians of girls aged 12–17 who identify as First Nation, Métis Nation, Inuit, Black, racialized, or members of a religious minority to participate. Eligible participants must reside in Canada and have daughters who currently participate (or have participated within the past five years) in organized sport or physical activity programs restricted to girls.

Participation involves completing an online survey that takes approximately 20–30 minutes. Afterward, parents or guardians will have the option to invite their daughter to complete a short follow-up survey (approximately five minutes).

This research seeks to better understand how experiences of racism may influence participation and retention in youth sport, contributing to more inclusive environments for girls across Canada.

For more information or to participate, visit:

https://cssrp.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2hEIPgLgPOFLvAG

Or contact:

Dr. Sarah Teetzel (sarah.teetzel@umanitoba.ca)

Dr. Leisha Strachan (leisha.strachan@umanitoba.ca)