Women in University Sports: Pathways to Leadership and Empowerment

Author(s)	Dr. Amandeep Kaur
Country	India
Abstract	Participation in university sports plays a significant role in shaping the personal and professional development of women. Sports provide opportunities for leadership development, confidence building, and social empowerment. Over the past decades, women’s participation in higher-education sports programs has increased globally, contributing to improved gender representation in athletic and leadership roles. Despite these improvements, female athletes still face challenges such as gender bias, limited access to resources, and underrepresentation in decision-making positions within sports organizations. This research paper explores how university sports contribute to leadership development and empowerment among women student-athletes. Using a qualitative review of existing literature and secondary data sources, the study examines the role of sports participation in developing leadership skills, strengthening self-confidence, and promoting gender equality in academic institutions. The paper also identifies barriers that hinder women’s progress in sports leadership and proposes recommendations to create more inclusive and supportive university sports environments.
Keywords	Women athletes, university sports, leadership development, empowerment, gender equality, student-athletes.
Discipline	Arts
Published In	Volume 4, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-24

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