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Local advocate argues Title IX requires access, not equal participation, urges District 211 to consider boys’ sports participation
Summary
Lee Bennett, a local volleyball advocate, told the board that Title IX guarantees equal access but does not mandate equal participation, urged the district to consider boys’ participation rates and suggested investments in men’s programs to address participation imbalances.
Lee Bennett, speaking during the public-comment portion of Township HSD 211’s recognition evening, urged the district to consider how growth in girls’ sports participation relates to boys’ opportunities and said Title IX requires equal access but not equal participation.
"Title IX sets the standard for equal access. It…
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