Even 35 years after the passage of Title IX, a federal law granting girls and women in high schools and colleges the right to equal opportunity in sports, female athletes across the nation are placed at a disadvantage in comparison to their male counterparts. The more you know about the rights of girls and women in sports, the more you will be able to improve athletic opportunities for them.
This guide is aimed at helping individuals involved with sports ensure that all female athletes receive equal opportunities in high school and college athletics. Read explanations of Title IX’s rules and regulations and assess the level of gender equity in sports within your school’s athletic programs.
Is your school treating female athletes fairly? Not sure? Follow these steps and find out if your school or college complies with Title IX rules. If it isn't up to par, this practical plan will help your reach your goal of gender equality.
Not sure if your situation is a Title IX violation or are you stymied by the complex language and regulations of Title IX? Here is a basic breakdown of Title IX and the specific requirements educational institutions must meet.
Use our interactive assessment tool to discover if your school is complying with Title IX’s requirement that schools provide equitable participation opportunities for girls and women, equitable resources and benefits and equitable access to funding and scholarships. Take this survey to determine your school’s “Title IX Grade.”
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