BodySense: Updating, disseminating, and evaluating an e-learning body image program for athletes

The present research will focus on re-developing and evaluating an inclusive, and accessible gender-neutral program entitled “BodySense”, in collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES), aimed at increasing awareness of body image concerns in sport and aiding athletes and key influencers (i.e., parents, coaches, sport organizations) in cultivating a more inclusive, equitable and diverse sporting environment. This resource tool will disseminate information on the complex factors that influence athletes’ body image, and include interactive virtual learning modules (i.e., positive approach to food, safe sport, self-esteem, mental health, role modelling etc.). This partnership will result in the rigorous re-development, implementation, and evaluation of a current CCES resources (i.e., Body Sense) which will help strengthen their mission to protecting the integrity of sport and helping to ensure sport is equitable and inclusive for Canadians.

Faculty Supervisor:

Eva Pila

Student:

Partner:

Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services; Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

The University of Western Ontario

Program: