Our Legacy

The Fight for Fairness in NCAA Division 1 VolleyBall with Macy Petty

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 03:28:35 GMT

Macy Petty, a former NCAA volleyball athlete and spokeswoman for Concerned Women for America, shares her powerful testimony on the importance of sex-based protections in sports. Hear her take on the growing challenges female athletes face and the movement to safeguard women's competitions.

Exposing the Media’s Silence: Sarah Barker on Gender Ideology in Sports

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:22:56 GMT

Sarah Barker reveals the truth behind the media’s refusal to cover the full story of men competing in women’s sports. From her early journalism days to launching her own platform, Sarah uncovers how the media has failed female athletes by ignoring the science behind sex-based categories in sports.

Also includes details on the controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics where two male athletes won gold medals in Women's Olympic Boxing.

Fathers Defend Fairness: Standing Up for Daughters in Women’s Sports

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:22:55 GMT

Meet three dedicated fathers who are not afraid to speak up for their daughters’ rights in sports. From track meets to cross-country races, they’ve witnessed the unfairness of male athletes in female categories. In this moving Father's Day special, they share their stories and strategies for ensuring fair competition for their girls.

Lauren Miller Speaks Out: The Fight for Fair Play in Women's Golf

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:22:53 GMT

Professional golfer Lauren Miller takes a bold stand against male competition in women's golf. In this interview, she shares her experiences on the course, the challenges faced by female athletes, and why she believes in the importance of maintaining sex-based categories in sports.

Saving Women's Swimming: Voices of Valor from the Roanoke College Women's Swim Team

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:46:25 GMT

Lily Mullens and her mother, Cady, share the emotional and ethical battles faced by the Roanoke College Women's Swim Team. From challenging decisions to the quest for support, discover the deeper significance of their stand for integrity in women's sports.

Learn more at www.iconswomen.com.

The Courage to Ride: Evie Edwards' Stand for Fairness in Women's Cycling

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:45:58 GMT

Join Evie Edwards as she delves into her journey as a professional cyclist, mother, and advocate for fairness in women's sports. Discover her insights on the evolving landscape of cycling, her firsthand experiences racing male athletes in competitions, and her unwavering commitment to preserving integrity in women's cycling.

Learn more at www.iconswomen.com.

Defending Fair Play: The Legal Battle Against NCAA's Gender Policies

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:45:54 GMT

Bill Bock, a seasoned sports attorney renowned for his work in tackling doping, illuminates the groundbreaking lawsuit against the NCAA. Olympian Reka Gyorgy, one of the courageous plaintiffs, shares her compelling journey and motivations for advocating for women's rights in sports today. Explore the legal foundations of the case, the pursuit of equality and safety in women's athletics, and the pivotal roles of Title IX and the 14th Amendment in this historic legal battle.

Visit https://www.takeonthencaa.com to learn more.

Unveiling Athletic Performance: Boys vs. Girls Before Puberty

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:15:53 GMT

In this compelling webinar, Dr. Greg Brown reveals his latest research on the physical fitness and athletic performance differences between boys and girls under 10. Through an extensive analysis of track running data, Dr. Brown provides evidence that challenges widespread beliefs about gender and sports performance, sparking a much-needed conversation on the topic.

Learn more at www.iconswomen.com

Grassroots Power: Julie Lane On What You Can Do To Advocate for Women's Sports Rights

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:45:53 GMT

Learn about the grassroots efforts of Julie Lane in her quest to ensure fairness in women's sports. Her story is a testament to the impact one individual can have in the fight for equal opportunities and fair treatment for women and girls.

USA Powerlifting Announces Court Appeal Against Judge's Mandate for Male Participation in Women's Powerlifting

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 02:08:14 GMT

The Independent Council on Women’s Sports (ICONS) and USA Powerlifting (USAPL) held a joint press conference on Monday June 12, 2023 to protest a district court’s ruling that USAPL must cease operations in Minnesota unless it permits male athletes to compete against women in powerlifting competitions.

Speakers include President of USA Powerlifting, Larry Maile, Marshi Smith, April Hutchinson, Jade Dickens, Taylor May Silverman, Kassidy Comer and Riley Gaines and a question and answer session with the press and Larry Maile.

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/06/13/2687707/0/en/Independent-Council-on-Women-s-Sports-and-USA-Powerlifting-Urge-Public-Support-for-Women-Powerlifters-in-Historic-Minnesota-Lawsuit.html

11 Days Left to Comment on Title IX and Conference Registration is Open

Fri, 05 May 2023 04:30:04 GMT

Comments on the proposed changes to Title IX from the Department of Education and the Biden Administration are due by May 15th. Kim Jones and Marshi Smith share policy information and details on how you can make comments. Registration for the upcoming ICONS Conference in Denver, Colorado July 21st through 23rd is now open!

Rowing Moms - When a boy wants to compete with the girls

Wed, 03 May 2023 16:05:49 GMT

We welcome two mothers of female rowers who share the experience of watching their teenage daughters forced to compete, change and travel with a male rower.

Candice Jackson: Title IX is being hijacked and how to fight back!

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 16:42:56 GMT

Candice Jackson is an attorney who served as the head of the Office for Civil Rights and Deputy General Counsel in the US Department of Education. Candice explains how women can fight back to preserve the original intent Title IX.

Kara Dansky on the Origins of Title IX

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 16:42:52 GMT

Kara Dansky is an attorney, public speaker, writer and consultant who is committed to protecting the rights, privacy, and safety of the women and girls on the basis of sex in law and throughout society. In this talk, Kara teaches about two of the women behind the creation of Title IX, Patsey Takemoto Mink and Edith Green.

Corinna Cohn's Personal Trans Perspective on Women's Sports

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 04:06:10 GMT

Corinna Cohn spoke at the ICONS Monthly Webinar on December 1st, 2022. Corinna writes about life having undergone the process of gender transition as a teenager in the 1990s and co-hosts the Heterodorx podcast. Corinna’s writing has appeared in Quillette and the Washington Post. Corinna will speak about testifying before the Indiana Legislature in support of HB 1041, a bill that prohibits males from competing in girl’s sports. Corinna's podcast can be found here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6x0qltBVjw3f09fmq5n3m9

Candice Jackson on How Women Will Win Protected Fairness in Sports

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:23:41 GMT

Candice Jackson is a partner with the law firm Jackson Bone LLP, launched in 2022 to fight for the sex-based rights of girls and women. Candice served as the head of the Office for Civil Rights and Deputy General Counsel in the US Department of Education, where she spearheaded the nation’s first Title IX regulations addressing campus sexual harassment and assault.

Mara Yamauchi Explains Why Women Need Fair Competition At Every Age and Level

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:23:08 GMT

Mara Yamauchi is a two-time Olympian, Commonwealth Games bronze medalist, and the UK's third fastest female marathon runner ever. In 2009, she finished second in the London Marathon and was ranked second in the world in women's road running. She has also competed in 5 World Championships, 2 European Championships, and won the England National Cross Country Championships in 1998. Alongside Sharron Davies, Victoria Hood and other female athletes, Mara speaks up in defense of women's sport in the UK.

Lauren Bondly - ICONS Triathlon

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 17:01:10 GMT

Lauren Bondly clearly articulates why women need a protected category in sports and deserve to be treated fairly. Lauren is an Age-Group National Champion and National Team member and is beginning to organize the ICONS Triathlon organization.

Linda Blade on the History of Women's Sports Policy

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:58:34 GMT

Dr Linda Blade is a Canadian and NCAA Track & Field All American, a Canadian rep to the International Consortium on Female Sport and the President of Athletics Alberta. She has 25 years of coaching experience across over 15 sports. In this presentation she shares the evolution of sports policy that has allowed males to compete in female sport. She also discusses the approaches that have been used to verify the eligibility for the women's category as well as how we should approach it going forward.

The Legendary Story of Yale Women's Rowing & Title IX

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 19:04:06 GMT

The Biden administration has proposed to remove the protections of Title IX for women from sex-based discrimination. In this episode we hear from legal expert Jennifer Braceras, JD and Olympian Dr. Mary O'Connor sharing the legendary Title IX tale of women needing to strip in front of their AD in order to get basic accommodations. We discuss the history and impacts of Title IX, the devastating changes being proposed, the need for women to see female champions and ultimately receive fair treatment from their institutions and government.

Martina Navratilova

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 19:24:00 GMT

Personal story of Martina Navratilova and her reflections on women's sports by one of the most iconic female athletes of all time.

Benita Fitzgerald Mosley

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 19:29:33 GMT

Personal story of Benita Fitzgerald Mosley and her reflections on fair competition and the future of women's sports. Benita is an Olympic Gold Medalist in the 100m hurdles, a two-time Olympian and has held numerous prestigious positions including serving as president of the Women's Sports Foundation and Marketing Director for the Atlanta Olympics.