Sporting Pride in partnership with Dublin Lesbian Line, is proudly hosting on online webinar LGBTQ+ Women* in Sport: Increasing Visibility, this is 2nd in the LGBTQ+ Women in Sport series. Specifically this event’s aim is to increase the visibility of all LGBTQ+ women in sport and hear their stories.
Taking place on Thursday 25th February 2021 at 19:00, this webinar is the second in a series of events that will focus on LGBTQ+ Women in Sport. The webinar will feature LGBTQ+ athletes talking openly and honestly about their experiences in sport, including:
the role sport played in growing up;
influence on mental and physical development;
the benefits of playing sport with LGBTQ+ inclusive clubs;
experiences at LGBTQ+ inclusive sports tournaments;
transgender inclusion in sport.
Hosting this webinar is Niamh Grennan, co-ordinator of Dublin Lesbian Line. Joining Niamh for this event are representatives from a number of Dublin’s finest LGBTQ+ inclusive sports clubs - Pink Ladies Hockey, Phoenix Tigers Football Club, and Emerald Warriors Rugby Football Club. Philippa Ryder, of Sporting Pride, will also join the discussion to add her perspective on the importance of female representation in sport.
Niamh Grannan of Dublin Lesbian Line says that
‘many LGBTQIA+ people around the country are feeling isolated and a lack of connection to the community. These webinars give women* an opportunity to hear about sports that are available to engage with once it is safe to do so. We are delighted to team up with Sporting Pride to platform the work of these sports teams and encourage more women* from all backgrounds to get back into or take up a new sport. We’re passionate about increasing the visibility of women* in all facets of life and sport is great for mental and physical health, meeting new friends and feeling connected to the community.’
To watch this exciting free webinar register via the link below before Thursday February 25th
About The Panel
Phoenix Tigers Football Club was set up in June 2004 by a group of lesbians who thought that playing soccer was a good way to get fit, meet new people and have some fun through sport. And it is! The Tigers are a great group of friendly women and you can find out more about them at this upcoming webinar. Check out their Facebook page to find out more.
Pink Ladies is an off-season LGBTQ+ hockey club in Dublin, with an emphasis on craic and friendship. The club has a diverse collection of women with all levels of skill, from beginner to experienced. Whether you’re looking to improve your hockey skills, or maybe just want to make new friends in the LGBTQ+ community, Pink Ladies is for you! Discover out more on the Pink Ladies Website
Emerald Warriors RFU are an LGBTQ+ inclusive rugby football club based in Dublin. Founded in 2003, they have excelled both on and off the field. In recent years they have hosted one of rugby’s most inclusive rugby tournaments, The Union Cup, which included a women’s tournament for the first time ever. They also offer support to their club members through their Folláine Wellbeing programme. Discover more on the Emerald Warriors website.
About the Hosts
Sporting Pride
Founded in 2018, Sporting Pride is Ireland’s sport, fitness and exercise body, tasked with inspiring the LGBTQ+ community to get active. As a member of the EGLSF and the Federation of Gay Games, Sporting Pride also offers LGBTQ+ sports people the opportunity to represent Ireland in international competitions. Philippa Ryder will represent Sporting Pride at this webinar and will give an overview of our work as well as joining in on discussions throughout.
Dublin Lesbian Line
Dublin Lesbian Line is a confidential support helpline, operated by a group of enthusiastic female-identified (LGBTQ+) volunteers. Although this service is not currently operating due to Covid restrictions they have moved online with webinars and social inclusion events and are dedicated to providing rather excellent support to the LGBTQ+ community. Their co-ordinator, Niamh Grennan, will be the host for this event. Find out more here: https://www.dublinlesbianline.ie/
This event is supported by the Bank of Ireland Begin Together Fund and The Community Foundation of Ireland.