New research on transitioning athletes

“The integration of gender-transitioned athletes into sport at the elite levels presents certain unique challenges. For example, it is not clear how the hormone treatments required for gender transition can be managed under the current World Anti-Doping Code,” Doug MacQuarrie, Director of Ethics and Anti-Doping with the CCES, an NGO aiming at fostering ethical sport for all Canadians notes.

the Canadian NGO CAAWS, best known for its work on tackling homophobia in sport, also participates in this project. Karin Lofstrom, Executive Director of CAAWS, explains that: “the Canadian Sport Policy upholds the principle that sport is welcoming and inclusive, offering all Canadians an opportunity to participate without discrimination. The release of this paper is a first step in an ongoing education process.”

SOURCE: AthletesCAN