"It was a trend that was visible to us last year but the sample size wasn't big enough to be able to use it. The fact is that women of colour are disproportionately affected in terms of opportunities, perceptions and in terms of the obstacles that they face. I'm pleased that we're able to highlight that because anecdotally we knew it to be true and we see it, particularly where we're talking about women from underrepresented communities in leadership positions."
"Perhaps most damning is that levels of optimism about the future of the industry are substantially reduced for women from underrepresented ethnic origins. Despite the challenges presented to women working in the industry, 77% of women are optimistic about the prospects for women in it. Meanwhile, 55% said the football sector is one where women can excel, but for women of underrepresented ethnic origins this dropped to 29%."
A survey of 867 Women in Football members found four in five women experienced sexism in the workplace. The survey included, for the first time, data showing ethnic minority women face disproportionate barriers in opportunities, perceptions and leadership representation. Overall optimism about the industry's future is 77%, but optimism among women from underrepresented ethnic origins falls below a third. Fifty-five percent believe the football sector is a place where women can excel, compared with 29% among underrepresented ethnic origin respondents. Women in Football is working to engage diverse communities and collaborate with organisations serving underrepresented groups.
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