Feminist Sport Psychology: A Guide for Our Journey.
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Diane L. Gill, Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Feminist sport psychology encompasses many approaches and has many variations. The articles in this special issue reflect that variation but also reflect common themes outlined in this introductory article. The feminist framework
for this article begins with bell hooks' (2000) inclusive, action-oriented definition of feminism as "a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression" (p. viii). The following themes, drawn from feminist theory and
sport studies scholarship, provide the supporting structure: (a) gender is relational rather than categorical; (b) gender is inextricably linked with race/ethnicity, class, and other social identities; (c) gender and cultural relations
involve power and privilege: and (d) feminism demands action . Gender scholarship in sport psychology is reviewed noting recent moves toward feminist approaches and promising directions that incorporate cultural diversity and relational analyses to move toward feminist practice. The other articles in this issue reflect similar feminist themes and present unique contributions to guide us toward feminist sport psychology.
Feminist Sport Psychology: A Guide for Our Journey.
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Additional Information
- Publication
- The Sport Psychologist 2001(15): 363-372
- Language: English
- Date: 2001
- Keywords
- Feminist sport psychology,