Brazilian Women in Paralympic Sports: Uncovering Historical Milestones in the Summer Paralympic Games.
Adapt Phys Activ Q
; 41(4): 499-512, 2024 Oct 01.
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ABSTRACT
The journey of Brazilian female Paralympians transcends mere statistical increases in women's participation. Behind the modest athlete growth lies the reality of women who are doubly marginalized by the intersection of gender and disability in an arena tailored for able-bodied men. Our study aimed to catalyze critical discourses surrounding the historical trajectory of Paralympic women's sports. Through a comprehensive documentary analysis based on the Brazilian Paralympic Committee's official documents from 1976 to 2021, we sought to shed light on this complex scenario. Numerically, Brazil's representation comprised 229 women who, predominantly, had physical impairments and engaged in individual sports. In addition to a sporting legacy deeply entrenched in physical rehabilitation with limited opportunities for team-based sports, we observed negative influences stemming from ableist and sexist narratives. A thorough investigation into Paralympic milestones revealed a multitude of social barriers and highlighted the significant impact of societal changes in reshaping athletic opportunities and challenging traditional stereotypes.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Paratletas
Limite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
País/Região como assunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
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En
Revista:
Adapt Phys Activ Q
Assunto da revista:
FISIOLOGIA
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MEDICINA ESPORTIVA
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
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Chile