Gender Quotas In Swiss Sports Federations To Be Repealed

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) There should be no quotas for gender representation on the governing bodies of umbrella associations and sports organisations. The House of Representatives intends to repeal a regulation that was only recently introduced. This content was published on September 15, 2026 - 16:26 1 minute Keystone-SDA

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On Tuesday it approved a motion tabled by Stefanie Heimgartner from the right-wing Swiss People's Party by 109 votes to 81. Women's quotas in sport are out of touch with reality, Heimgartner said, citing the Swiss Wrestling Federation – which has around 90% male members – as an example.

Federations could take it upon themselves to specifically promote women, she said. The criticised provision forms part of the ethical principles designed to protect athletes from violence and prevent abuses within federations.

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