Women's sports are becoming more popular across the world. More and more people are turning out to attend international tournaments, national leagues and community competitions. Women's sports are growing in all sectors because more and more are seeing women athletes' talent, dedication and achievements.

More investment in sportswomen events by sports bodies, sponsors and media. Female athletes are seeing greater opportunities to participate and excel, thanks to better facilities, larger prizes and more television coverage. These enhancements are making significant strides to bring women's sports the attention it deserves.

Girls are being inspired to take part in sports and have a healthy active life through successful female athletes. Schools and sports clubs developing programmes to enable girls to be better able to access a variety of sports and enhance their skills. They feel that equal opportunity in sports contributes to the development of confidence, teamwork and leadership.

There has been some progress, but there are still problems of unequal funds and access to facilities in some countries. Sports professionals feel there is a bright future for a fair and level playing field for women in sport, and that continued support from governments, institutions and the sports community can help to achieve this.

Women are helping to change the world with sports. With continued support, greater and greater athletes will be given the opportunity to succeed and inspire the next generation. Equal opportunities in sport is for the benefit of the individual, community and sport itself.