Initiatives in Poland Aim to Address Catcalling in Sports
Sexual harassment and catcalling are major issues in the world of sports. In Poland, several initiatives have been launched to address the issue of catcalling in sports and create a safe and inclusive environment for women athletes. These initiatives include campaigns, projects, and programs aimed at raising awareness, promoting gender equality, preventing violence and harassment, and providing support for victims.
The Polish Olympic Committee launched the “Stop the harassment” campaign to raise awareness about sexual harassment and encourage people to report incidents of harassment. The campaign has been endorsed by several Polish athletes and features posters, videos, and social media content.
The “Fair Play Without Limits” project, launched by the Teraz Polska Foundation, provides training programs for coaches and athletes on preventing sexual harassment and creating a safe and inclusive environment for women in sports.
The Ministry of Sport and Tourism launched the “Safe sports” program, which includes creating codes of conduct, introducing reporting mechanisms for incidents of harassment, and providing support for victims.
The Women’s Rights Center in Poland launched the #DajSpokój campaign to combat street harassment, including catcalling. The campaign includes a mobile app that allows users to report incidents of harassment, as well as educational materials and awareness-raising events.
The “Sport bez przemoc” (Sport without violence) initiative, launched by the Polish Football Association, provides training programs for coaches and referees and implements measures to prevent violence and harassment in football stadiums.
These initiatives represent a significant step towards promoting gender equality in sports and creating a safe and inclusive environment for women athletes. By raising awareness about the issue of catcalling and sexual harassment, these initiatives can help to prevent such behavior and ensure that women in sports can perform without fear of harassment or discrimination.
This article is part of the WHISTLE project, a movement funded by the European Commission that aims to prevent verbal sexual harassment and catcalling in sports. The project involves municipalities and associations from several countries, including Poland, and promotes a safe and inclusive environment for women in sports through awareness-raising campaigns and the implementation of reporting mechanisms. To learn more about the WHISTLE project, visit https://whistleproject.eu.
