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Gymnastics Australia report reveals ‘significant cultural challenges’, including physical, emotional and sexual abuse – ABC News
A damning Australian Human Rights Commission report into gymnastics in Australia finds the sport has systemic problems, with current coaching practice creating…
An independent review into gymnastics in Australia says the sport has enabled a culture of physical, emotional and sexual abuse which many participants have described as “toxic”.
Key points:
- Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins said the report found “significant cultural challenges”
- The commission spoke to 57 people and found many examples of physical, mental and sexual abuse
- It found current coaching practices and a “win at all costs” culture increased the risk of harm to athletes
The report,…
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