LGBTIQ+ AND SPORTS

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Mixed experiences of being LGBTQ+ in sports
Many LGBTQ+ people have poorer mental health than others
Sports are experienced as unsafe by many LGBTQ+ people
Why are there fewer LGBTQ+ people participating in sports?
Bright spot: Those who come out have good experiences
The image of sports has not evolved
Sports appear more homophobic than they actually are
Experiences with sports inclusion work
Sports have an image problem
Special challenges related to gender diversity
Special challenges related to double minorities
Special challenges related to LGBTQ+ elite athletes