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The rate of participation of women in the Olympic Games has been increasing since their first participation in 1900. Some sports are uniquely for women, others are contested by both sexes, while some older sports remain for men only. Studies of media coverage of the Olympics consistently show differences in the ways in which women and men are described and the ways in which their performances are discussed. The representation of women on the International Olympic Committee has historically run well behind the rate of female participation, and long missed its target of a 20% minimum presence of women on their committee. As of 2023, 41.1% of members are women. The 2024 Paris Olympics were notable for being the first to have the goal of achieving gender parity between men and women.[1][2]
- ^ "The IOC takes historic step forward to advance gender equality following Executive Board approval of bold recommendations". International Olympic Committee. February 6, 2018. Retrieved September 8, 2024.
- ^ "Guide to IOC President Thomas Bach's reform plans". AP News. December 7, 2014. Retrieved September 9, 2024.