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The New York Times May 14

Jason Collins, the first openly gay active player in NBA history, reflected on the importance of progress for LGBTQ+ acceptance in sports during a conversation shortly before his death from brain cancer at age 47, emphasizing that while he wasn't disappointed by the lack of other athletes coming out, he believed there was still work to be done to create a supportive environment for them. #LGBTQ #AthleteAdvocacy #JasonCollins #USA #CAD

Jason Collins wanted us to know 'there's work to be done' to support gay athletes
Martina Navratilova May 13

RT @SophiaSLorey: Athlete Reese Hogan tied a male in the GIRLS high jump this weekend Before competing, she called out CIF & Gov. Newsom f… #GenderEquality #Sports #AthleteAdvocacy #US

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Reuters May 5

Nearly 3,000 athletes and coaches have urged IOC President Kirsty Coventry and the International Fencing Federation to conduct an independent review addressing alleged governance failures and corruption within the FIE, highlighting concerns about leadership disputes, rule changes, and the influence of sanctioned individuals like former president Alisher Usmanov. #SportsGovernance #AthleteAdvocacy #FencingIntegrity #GB #RU #UZ #UA #US

Athletes and coaches lobby IOC as concerns rise over fencing federation
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