In an unprecedented display of unity, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has joined forces with the four other newly inducted Olympic sports – the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), World Lacrosse (WL), World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), and World Squash Federation (WSF) – to honor International Women’s Day through the theme “Inspire Inclusion.” Athletes from each organization have united to strike the symbolic “inclusion pose,” reinforcing their commitment to promoting diversity and representation within sports.
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, is a global event commemorating the social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments of women worldwide. The collaboration between these sports federations is particularly significant as flag football, lacrosse, and squash prepare to make their Olympic debut at the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Leading female athletes from each sport, including Smriti Mandhana (Cricket), Diana Flores (Flag Football), Erica Evans (Lacrosse), Kelly Maxwell (Softball), and Nour El Sherbini (Squash), have come together in a video to discuss their personal experiences with inclusion and emphasize its importance. This inspiring display of unity showcases the commitment of these athletes and their respective organizations to fostering an inclusive environment within the international sporting community.
“It feels like winning,” declared Mandhana, who is the vice-captain of India women’s cricket team.
“It feels like togetherness,” affirmed Flores, quarterback for Mexico, who won Gold in the 2022 World Games.
“It feels like you can inspire the world,” World number one women’s squash champion, El Sherbini stated.
“It feels like someone’s got your back,” Evans added.
“It feels like every woman can dream bigger,” Maxwell proclaimed.
ICC General Manager – Marketing and Communications, Claire Furlong said: “International Women’s Day is about using our collective voice to accelerate gender parity and what better way to do that and celebrate inclusion than to partner with the four sports that were, along with cricket, recently included in the LA 28 Olympic Games.
“All five sports have a clear commitment to parity and this film celebrates that with the world’s best athletes aiming to inspire inclusion for the next generation.”
ICC Partners with LA28, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Softball & Squash to Celebrate International Women’s Day 2023
In a historic move, the International Cricket Council (ICC) joined forces with the four other new Olympic sports on International Women’s Day 2024. The collaboration brought together the ICC, the International Federation of American Football (IFAF), the World Lacrosse (WL), the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC), and the World Squash Federation (WSF) to celebrate and empower women in sports.
This partnership marked a significant milestone in sports, as it united some of the most prominent international sports organizations to support gender equality and inclusivity. By combining their resources and platforms, these organizations aimed to amplify the voices of women athletes, promote equal opportunities, and encourage the global community to rally behind women’s empowerment in sports.
The collaborative effort on International Women’s Day 2024 showcased the shared commitment of these organizations to driving positive change and breaking barriers for women in sports. This alliance inspired women and girls worldwide to pursue their dreams and set an example for other sports organizations to follow in their journey toward a more inclusive and equitable future.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) joined hands with four other sports organizations to celebrate International Women’s Day in 2024. To celebrate this particular day, famous players from these sports came together to share a message of inclusion. They made a video where they talked about what inclusion means to them. In the video, you could see Smriti Mandhana (Cricket), Diana Flores (Flag Football), Erica Evans (Lacrosse), Kelly Maxwell (Softball), and Nour El Sherbini (Squash).
These athletes supported inclusion by making the “inclusion pose” with their hands. Their message was vital because it helped people understand that everyone should be included and treated fairly, no matter what sport they play or where they come from.
“It feels like winning,” said Mandhana, the vice-captain of India women’s cricket team.
“It feels like togetherness,” affirmed Flores, quarterback for Mexico, who won Gold in the 2022 World Games.
“It feels like you can inspire the world,” World number one women’s squash champion, El Sherbini stated.
“It feels like someone’s got your back,” Evans added.
“It feels like every woman can dream bigger,” Maxwell proclaimed.
ICC General Manager – Marketing and Communications, Claire Furlong said, “International Women’s Day is about using our collective voice to accelerate gender parity and what better way to do that and celebrate inclusion than to partner with the four sports that were, along with cricket, recently included in the LA 28 Olympic Games.
“All five sports have a clear commitment to parity and this film celebrates that with the world’s best athletes aiming to inspire inclusion for the next generation.”
International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8th, is a global celebration highlighting women’s remarkable social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments worldwide. This significant day serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts toward achieving gender equality while inspiring individuals, organizations, and governments to take action to accelerate the progress toward a more equitable and inclusive society for women everywhere.
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