Key Definitions
What is Diversity?
The presence of socially meaningful differences among members of a dyad or group.
IRFU
41%
How many women are among the top 100 highest paid athletes in the World?
What is 'Equity'?
Equity ensures fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement by eliminating barriers that prevent full participation.
The GAA
43%
In 2021, how many members of the LGBTQ+ community were members of a sports club in Ireland? (Answer in %)
21%
What is 'Inclusion'?
The degree to which employees are free to express their individuated self and have a sense of workplace connectedness and belonging.
LGFA
50%
How many primary school children from low socio-economic backgrounds participate in sport weekly?
87%
What is 'Accessibility'?
Enabling access for people with disabilities, or enabling access through the use of assistive technology. Research and development in accessibility brings benefits to everyone.
Football Ireland
43%
How many primary school children from high socio-economic backgrounds participate in sports at least once a week?
95%
What is 'Equality'?
The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or opportunities.
Orienteering
10% (1 woman on the board)
Within American S&P 500 companies, what percentage of executives and senior level managers are Afro-Diasporic women?
Only 1.3%