Day one of the International Canoe Federation Women’s Symposium in Malahide yesterday was a perfect mix of inspiration, action and putting women centre stage in the sport.

A combination of impactful speakers, workshops and lively conversation has brought women and a number of male allies together from 35 countries around the world to the event being hosted by Canoeing Ireland Chair Linda Byron and CEO Moira Aston.

They have allowed their teams to shine with Emer Carton, Hannah Craig and teenager Cleo Pitcher-Farrell all taking to the stage to talk about projects and programmes here that are having a real impact. Bridge the Gap and Teen Connect are two best in class programmes designed to bring more women and girls into the sport for the right reasons for them at different stages of their lives.

Dr Una May from Sport Ireland referenced the Her Moves, My Time and Her Outdoors Weeks as practical and effective initiatives that are continuing to do the same.

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