Swimming Australia releases findings of report on 'misogynistic' culture

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An independent panel was established in June last year after Olympic silver medallist Maddie Groves withdrew from Tokyo Olympic trials.

Swimming Australia has released the findings of a report commissioned in June 2021 after explosive allegations by Olympic silver medallist Maddie Groves of the sport's "misogynistic" culture.Swimming Australia said the "open and frank" feedback it received was "difficult to read"

It led to the establishment of an independent panel to investigate the treatment of women and girls in the sport. In a media release, Swimming Australia said the "open and frank" feedback it received was "difficult to read".

 

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Thé m’en are destroying the joint

I just hope the 46 recommendations are acted upon. I have my doubts though.

The report contains a total of 46 recommendations. What's the time frame for implementing them?

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