Athlete Health, Safety, and Injury Prevention: A focus on girls
The Athlete Health, Safety, and Injury Prevention: A focus on girls Symposium will provide a unique opportunity to learn more from some of the world's leading sport science researchers about this important topic. Happening on September 22 on the University of Calgary campus, this event will be focused on a public audience and will include:
- Two unique groups of talks: one focused on preventing injuries and concussions specifically in girls' rugby, but applicable to other sports as well. And the second focused on providing a safe, inclusive, and protective space for our young female athletes.
- A keynote lecture from Dr. Kay Crossley, Professor and Director of the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Centre in Melbourne, Australia safeguarding and protecting young female athletes from sport injuries.
- Booths and information stations from community and sport partners.
- Opportunities to ask questions, mingle and share refreshments with others!
This event is free to attend, and everyone is welcome to attend. Please clink on the link below or the QR code in the attached poster to register your spot.
Anyone involved in the safety and well-being of young athletes is encouraged to come out to support this important discussion. Please share with those who might be interested in attending.
Contact information:
Mark Agius
Manager, Communications and Partnerships
