The documentary celebrates progress and success in women’s sport, and a range of questions are discussed throughout the documentary.
Why do we expect women and girls to play sport in revealing clothes when men can remain modestly covered, and why has it taken so long to finally address the issue of women playing sport in whites? Why do schoolgirls drop out of sport at twice the rate of boys, and why does women’s sport still not have the funding and investment of men’s?
It is told through the eyes of sporting legends and pioneers – and includes a number of Loughborough alumni as well as other references to the University such as Paralympian and Parliamentarian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE, retired England rugby star Sarah Hunter CBE, and former Loughborough College academic Dr Ali Bowes.
Sue Anstiss MBE, CEO of Fearless Women, is passionate about confronting the issues that have hampered progress in the past. She said:
“I made the Game On documentary to celebrate the incredible growth in women’s sport whilst also highlighting the continuing disparities faced by female athletes. There’s enormous potential in women’s sport that many don’t yet see.
“Things are changing fast with significant increases in investment and visibility, but there’s still much to do to ensure true equality for all women and girls.
“I hope that Game On will help amplify the story of women’s sport and its potential to impact gender equality in society.”
This special screening event, taking place in Edward Herbert Building on 23 October, will give you the opportunity to meet the producers, ask questions during a Q&A and to watch the documentary on a big screen alongside peers. Refreshments will be provided.
There will be a number of special guests joining the Q&A – names to be announced soon.
To book your place at the screening and Q&A event, please complete the online booking form.
Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Everyone is welcome, including children and people outside of the University. If you book and can no longer attend, please ensure you cancel your space.