Breaking Barriers: Organisations Supporting Women in Motorsports
In the world of motorsports, a dramatic shift has begun to take place over the last few years. A number of initiatives have emerged, all with the common goal of driving change for women and girls in the motorsports industry. These initiatives, each unique in their approach, are focusing on a variety of key areas, such as increasing the female talent pool, delving into industry insights, and other important areas. These organisations are a beacon of hope, doing incredible work, and they are more than deserving of recognition and support to continue their important mission of increasing the female community and fanbase in motorsports.
Racing initiatives like W Series, F1 Academy, Iron Dames, and Girls on Track have identified and are addressing one of the primary obstacles for women in motorsports: the lack of racing and competing opportunities compared to their male counterparts. The ultimate goal is to increase the female community and fanbase in motorsports.
Here is a list of a few organisations that you should be following and can support to help them continue their important work.
More Than Equal
More Than Equal is a groundbreaking, independent, non-profit organization with an ambitious goal: to find and develop the first female Formula 1 World Champion. They are steadfastly committed to creating evidence-based high-performance pathways for elite-level female drivers. Their belief is firmly rooted in the idea that “putting a woman on the podium will increase momentum, encourage investment and inspire generations of girls who dream one day of holding the F1 Championship trophy.”
Read their research report exploring the gender gap in motorsport
F1 Academy
The F1 Academy is a new racing series that is making strides in the field. They are striving to provide more opportunities for women in motorsports. By providing quality training and exposure, the F1 Academy is aiming to bridge the gap that exists between male and female participation in Formula 1 racing. The academy is dedicated to nurturing talent and providing a platform for female drivers to showcase their skills, and compete at the highest level of motorsports.
Girls on Track
Girls on Track is an initiative that primarily focuses on engaging and inspiring young girls to get involved in motorsports. Through various events and activities, they aim to break down the existing stereotypes and show that motorsports is not just a ‘boys only’ sport. The program provides hands-on experience and creates a supportive environment for girls to confidently explore their interest and potential in motorsports.
Iron Dames
The Iron Dames racing team is another worthy initiative that is dedicated to promoting female participation in motorsport. The Iron Dames are a team of female drivers who compete in some of the most prestigious global motorsport events. They are not only breaking barriers but also setting new standards. Demonstrating that female drivers can be just as competitive as their male counterparts.
Alpine Rac(H)er
Alpine Rac(H)er is an initiative that focuses on promoting gender equality in the motorsport industry. They aim to challenge the existing stereotypes and create opportunities for women to excel in the industry. “With Rac(H)er, we have been working relentlessly to empower women and encourage new generations to join the motorsport industry, whether engineers, mechanics or drivers.”
Conclusion
Organizations like these are doing remarkable work to drive change for women in the motorsports industry. They are challenging norms, breaking barriers, and paving the way for a future where women have equal opportunities to compete in motorsports. Supporting these organizations can help accelerate this change and inspire a new generation of female motorsports champions.
These are just a few of the many organizations that are working to bring about equality in the motorsport industry. Each of these organizations is a testament to the fact that motorsport is not just a man’s game. With the right opportunities and support, women can also make their mark in this exciting sport.
