The concept of gender refers to the socially constructed differences between men and women. For the past generation, the issue of gender bias has been grounds for discrimination within Australian society.
In Australia, sport can be a major element of a person's lifestyle. It is a key part of the Australian society, and to be accepted, in many cases, an individual is compelled to excel at their chosen field within their gender.
The reality, however, is that within sports we have encouraged a very distinct separation between males and females.
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