UK Coaching's Emily Handyside Optimistic After Attending Parliament Committee
News Coaching Team Lead Emily Handyside shares her reflections after giving evidence to the Women and Equalities Committee at the Houses of Parliament.
Emily shares insights from the 'Beyond participation: Routes into sport for girls and women' inquiry, highlighting the systemic challenges facing female coaches, from retention and progression to culture, inclusion, and safety.
She outlines why focusing on better conditions, not just recruitment, is key to meaningful change. Emily also reflects on UK Coaching’s ongoing commitment to growing the presence of women in coaching through research, partnerships, and targeted programmes that support more inclusive and sustainable pathways.
Hear from Emily in our video below.
Interested in watching the full session? Watch Beyond Participation: Routes into sport for girls and women on the Parliament website.