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Billie Jean King: Still Fighting for Equality.

Authors :
SHEELER, JASON
Source :
People. 5/20/2024, Vol. 101 Issue 19, p60-61. 2p. 5 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Billie Jean King, a tennis legend, has been a pioneer for gender equality in sports. She faced gender discrimination in her early years and fought for equal opportunities and rewards for female athletes. King's efforts led to the establishment of the Women's Tennis Association and equal prize money at the US Open. She has since created the Billie Jean King Foundation and partnered with e.l.f. Beauty to promote diversity in the corporate world. King believes that sports can teach valuable leadership skills and hopes to inspire future generations of female athletes. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00937673
Volume :
101
Issue :
19
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
People
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
177100156