Women in sports law in Pakistan: Addressing legal inequities, institutional exclusion, and pathways for reform Settlements in Karachi

Abstract

The Women's sports law in Pakistan is a developing yet little-studied field of legal and social progress. Although the role of women in sports is slowly on the rise, the legal frameworks are usually inadequate to resolve the gender equality, safety, and representation problems. Some of the challenges that women athletes encounter include institutional support, facilities, gender-based discrimination, and the law. The law of sports in Pakistan needs to change back in order to include the aspect of equal opportunities, protection against harassment, and rewarding the success of women athletes at both national and international levels. Moreover, the percentage of women in the sport governing bodies, arbitration, and the dispute resolution procedures is still very low, which shows the necessity of inclusive policies. Through reinforcement of law and order, creation of awareness, and gender sensitive governance, Pakistan will be able to create a more equal culture in sports. It is, therefore, crucial that women be empowered through sports law towards gender equity and improving the integrity of the sports sector in general.