Bloomberg Equality: Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games

The video discusses gender representation in the Paralympics, highlighting areas where the IOC has made progress and where it still falls short. It covers the gender balance in media coverage, particularly in the US, and the disparities in funding for female athletes. The video emphasizes the need for both top-down changes from the IOC and grassroots advocacy from athletes to achieve gender equality.

What is one area where the IOC has been successful in terms of gender equality?

• Leadership and governance

• Event scheduling

• Facilities in Tokyo

• Coaching staff balance

How much media coverage did female athletes receive during the Olympics on NBC?

• 75%

• 58%

• 42%

• 5.4%

What is a significant issue faced by female athletes in terms of funding?

• Fewer competition opportunities

• Unequal pay compared to male athletes

• Lack of sponsorships

• Limited access to training facilities

What is one way that change is being driven in terms of gender equality in sports?

• Government interventions

• Athletes speaking out

• Increased media coverage

• Top-down leadership changes

What is a challenge in measuring progress towards gender equality in the Olympics?

• Absence of metrics and measurement

• Lack of comprehensive reports

• Insufficient media attention

• Limited athlete participation