Ep. 09 - Women in Football Survey - Yvonne Harrison

I spoke with Yvonne Harrison, CEO of Women in Football, about the alarming findings from their latest survey on the state of gender equality in the football industry. In this hard-hitting interview, Yvonne reveals the stark statistics around discrimination, harassment, bias, and more that show women still face major barriers. Over 80% of women experience discrimination at work in football. We discuss why so few women feel able to report issues, the critical need for allyship from male colleagues, unconscious vs. conscious bias, and the opportunities that come with the growth of women's football. Yvonne emphasizes that achieving equality requires effort from ALL stakeholders - it's everyone's responsibility. Though discrimination endures, there are reasons to be optimistic for the future if the industry takes action. This transparent discussion highlights the realities women face working in football and concrete ways we can create more inclusive cultures. It's a must-watch for anyone who cares about equality in the beautiful game.