THE GENDER POLICY IN MODERN SPORT: THE CASE OF AUSTRALIA
This article examines programs to support girls and women in sport participation and sport leadership implemented by the federal and regional Australian government. A detailed analysis of these programs, implemented both at the federal and regional levels on the example of the State of Victoria, shows the particular importance and significance of gender policy in the Australian sports sector. It is concluded that an integrated and systematic approach to the development and implementation of initiatives to enhance the role of women in Australian sports makes Australia an example of implementing effective policy to attract girls and women both to sport participation and sport leadership in sports organizations on the federal and regional levels.